Barstow Community College District
Invites applications for the position of:
Special Programs Specialist
Deadline to Apply March 05, 2010
ASSIGNMENT
Coordinates and provides a variety of special services to economically disadvantaged students admitted to the EOPS/CARE and VTEA programs. Provide technical assistance and advocacy to eligible students applying for various federal and state programs. Performs a variety of clerical and office support duties in support of the programs.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
• Receives, reviews, and adjudicates student applications for educational assistance through stated- funded programs.
• Coordinates and provides a variety of special services to economically disadvantaged students by screening, sorting, and documenting student award letters and other confidential documents required for student files based on the eligibility criteria.
• Coordinates and provides special service available to CARE and VTEA students which will include books, meals, transportation, etc.; develop and prepare agreements and contracts for special services and purchases as needed.
• Monitors and reports CARE and VTEA program budget expenditures according to established procedures. Assists the Director with budget preparation and on-going monitoring.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of the current state policies, rules and regulations regarding student services programs.
• Assists students in completing the enrollment and eligibility forms.
• Maintains a file of relevant documents required in the program.
See job description for a complete listing of duties and responsibilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
The position requires an Associate of Arts degree in a social science or education and two years of experience working with special populations. Additional experience may substitute for some higher education.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Environment:
Work is performed indoors where minimal safety considerations exist.
Physical Abilities:
Requires sufficient ambulatory ability to move to various work locations, Requires manual hand-eye-arm coordination to use a personal computer. Requires sufficient hearing and auditory ability to carry on conversations in one-on-one and small group settings and deliver in-service type presentations. Requires near visual acuity to read printed materials.
Knowledge of
The position requires in-depth knowledge of state-funded programs and resources encompassing socially and economically disadvantaged students. Requires a working knowledge of higher education certificate and degree requirements that can accommodate disadvantaged students. Requires knowledge of the social and cultural programs that can enhance student retention. Requires a working knowledge of funding sources and requirements, as well as the services that may be available to students from other agencies. Requires sufficient human relations skill to convey technical concepts to students, exercise patience, and make presentations secondary schools and outside agencies. Requires sufficient language and writing skills to prepare reports and correspondence. Requires working knowledge of common office productivity software such as student databases, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation graphics. Requires math skills sufficient to maintain financial and statistical records.
Ability to:
Requires the ability to carry out all aspects of the position. Requires the ability to implement programs and services that enhance disadvantage student admission, retention, and outplacement into the job market. Requires the ability to demonstrate sensitivity to a diverse population of individuals. Requires the ability to determine student eligibility to participate in special-funded programs by interpreting rules and regulations. May require the ability to perform work assignments at all College locations.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary placement is Range 17 ($3,159 per month) on the Classified Salary Schedule.
This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, classified service position acquiring all rights of a regular District position.
Benefits: The District provides a comprehensive health and welfare package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and income protection. The current cost to the employee for benefits not to exceed $900 per year. Position will receive 8 hours of sick leave and vacation per month, plus 17 paid holidays per year.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A District Application for Classified Employment and supporting documentation such as a resume must be submitted to the Human Resources Office no later than 5:00 p.m. Friday, March 05, 2010.
Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources staff for minimum qualifications. Qualified applicants may be invited to take a written test. The top candidates will be invited to a committee interview. The committee will recommend the finalists who will be invited to a second interview with the department manager.
Above materials are to be submitted to the:
Human Resources Office, Barstow College,
2700 Barstow Road, Barstow, CA 92311
Contact Human Resources for an application and job description:
Telephone: (760) 252-2411 Ext. 7232
E-mail: hr@barstow.edu
PLEASE NOTE: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Faxes will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a District application. Any application, resume or other materials submitted for employment at Barstow College will become the property of the District, and will not be returned to the applicant. The Barstow Community College District reserves the right to reopen, re-advertise or to delay the filling of any position.
Barstow Community College
Sunbelt opportunities in one of Southern California’s most livable communities. Enjoy excellent working conditions in an extraordinarily dynamic region. Small-town living with proximity to beaches, mountains, and desert. Enjoy conveniences of close-by cities like Las Vegas and Los Angeles while living in a small city of 23,000. Be on the cusp of innovation and join a college with more than $6 M in campus improvements underway.
Barstow College is a fully accredited two-year California community college. The single- campus district is located in the Inland Empire area of San Bernardino County. The College was established in 1959 and moved to its permanent facilities in 1964.
Barstow College offers on campus and off campus classes enhanced with instructional television and on-line courses available in general education and technical areas.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The District is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of the District is to encourage applications from ethnic and racial minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and Vietnam-era veterans. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status as a Vietnam-era veteran, ancestry or political or organizational affiliation.
Barstow College
2700 Barstow Road
Barstow, California 92311
Phone: 760-252-2411 Ext 7232
Email: hr@barstow.edu
www.barstow.edu/jobs
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