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Student Services Specialist/Student Equity
North Orange County Community College District
Position Number: FCC574
Location: Fullerton College
Department: FC Cadena Transfer Center
Percentage of Employment: 100%
Months of Employment: 12 Months Per Year
Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with department needs.)
Job Description:
Plans and coordinates program activities; participates as directed in the formulation, development and implementation of appropriate policies and procedures for the assigned specialized student service; communicates with instructors, administrators, other District staff and outside agencies to coordinate and implement programs, resolve conflicts and exchange information.
Conducts informational workshops regarding programs and services; participates in outreach activities to promote educational opportunities and services available; works with social services agencies to promote awareness of assigned student service.
Oversees and coordinates the processing of a variety of documents related to the assigned specialized student service; assists students with application process for programs, services, and university transfers; assures the availability of specialized equipment or services for special needs students.
Provides technical information and expertise to students, instructors and others in an assigned area of Student Services; serves as peer counsel to students; works with students, instructors, administrators and staff to understand students' academic needs and progress.
Maintains various records and files related to assigned area; inputs and downloads data from computer database; gathers, compiles and analyzes pertinent data and statistics; prepares and maintains a variety of narrative and statistical records and reports related to program activities and effectiveness.
Prepares and maintains program ledgers and reconciles budgets; monitors and records program administration, personnel, supply and equipment expenditures; prepares deposits and arranges for transport to bank.
Trains and provides work direction and guidance to others as directed.
Maintains current knowledge of legal requirements, procedures and policies used in providing student services.
Learns and applies emerging technologies as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
Participate in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps; active assistance in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Primary Purpose:
POSITION IS GRANT FUNDED
This position is responsible for performing a variety of complex technical duties in a specialized area of Student Services such as registration, record maintenance, EOPS, adult education, disabled student services, student placement, and counseling services.
Working Relationships:
The Student Services Specialist maintains frequent contact with co-workers, counselors, faculty, students, various departments and outside agencies.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives
Knowledge of applicable sections of State Education Code and other applicable laws
Knowledge of organization, policies, and rules of assigned department or program
Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment
Knowledge of local, State and Federal laws applicable to assigned programs
Knowledge of specialized equipment used to communicate with blind and hearing-impaired individuals
Knowledge of District rules and regulations governing participation in financial aid and other government sponsored programs as assigned
Knowledge of the basic principles of bookkeeping
Knowledge of record keeping techniques
Ability to operate a variety of office equipment such as calculator, computer, copier, etc.
Ability to prepare budgets and financial reports
Ability to compile, organize, and analyze statistical data
Ability to work confidentially with discretion
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work
Ability to meet schedules and time lines
Ability to work independently with little direction
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to understand scope of authority in making independent decisions
Ability to review situations accurately and determine appropriate action according to established guidelines
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Special Requirements:
This position requires a valid drivers license. Incumbent may be required to travel off site for business reasons. All employees driving personal, leased, or district-owned vehicles for District related activities must certify possession of a valid Drivers License. Employees must certify that personal vehicles are covered by automobile insurance as required by California law. (Board Policy 6360, Section 4.0)
Coursework must be verifiable on a legible transcript.
Minimum Qualifications:
Two (2) years of college-level course work
Minimum two (2) years increasingly responsible training or experience in student services
Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.
Desirable Qualifications:
Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner. Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.
Associate degree or higher
Knowledge of educational resources, policies and legislation related to undocumented students
Experience developing and delivering student services to diverse groups of students including immigrant and undocumented students
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively, productively and sensitively with students, faculty, staff and parents/family/guardians per the confidentiality standards and practices of the Family Educational Rights Privacy Act (FERPA) and other relevant policies and best practices
Experience with assessment, data analysis and educational outcomes reporting
Experience developing outreach or promotional marketing materials and use of social media
Effective written and oral communication skills
Working Conditions:
College or District office environment; may require standing for long periods while assisting students. May be subject to sitting for long periods at a time (up to 2-3 hours). Repetitive use of upper extremities including hand coordination activities.
Salary Range: $4,325 - $5,242 Per Month
Number of Vacancies: 1
Commitment to Diversity:
Posting Number: 2015392P
Open Date: 12/02/2019
Close Date: 12/17/2019
Special Instructions Summary: This position is grant funded and exists based on the availability of funds. Employment is contingent upon the continuous availability of funds.
This is a classified position subject to a one-year probationary period. Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The applicant selected for the position will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.
The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within the same fiscal year or 8 months, whichever is longer.
Applicants must complete the drivers license section of the application. If not completed, the application will be deemed incomplete and will not be considered.
To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate N/A (not applicable). Do not use terms such as see resume or see attached.
The minimum required number of references for this position is three (3).
All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.
Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or coursework are required. See our website at http://www.nocccd.edu/minimum-qualifications for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.
To apply, visit: https://nocccd.peopleadmin.com/postings/3930
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