Job Description

Posting number: 08670

Department: WCCS-501150-RPED Grant

Job classification: Student Coach (FT) - Rural Postsecondary and Economic Development (RPED) Grant

Posting type: Open

Categories: Community Development, Student Services, Education, Training & Library

Summary

Student Coach (FT) - Rural Postsecondary and Economic Development (RPED) Grant

Salary Schedule: L1 RPED Grant- Funded. ($45,000) Continued employment is contingent upon grant funding. This is a non-tenure track position Non-Probationary Status cannot be obtained.

Scope of Responsibilities: Support students from enrollment through graduation for the RPED grant at the Selma or Demopolis Campuses.

Examples of duties

Duties & Responsibilities:

In addition to adhering to the general guidelines as specified by the Faculty/Staff Handbook, the Title III Grant, US Department of Education, Title III Project Director, Dean of Students, the President, and Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, responsibilities will include the following:

• Support students from enrollment through graduation,
• Assist with the development of an intrusive advisement program,
• Revise and teach ORI 101 Classes,
• Administer Career Assessments upon student Admission,
• Assist students with a selection of Meta majors (Guided Pathways) based on Career Assessments,
• Meet with student advisees a minimum of 3 times per semester,
• Monitor students’ grades through Dropout Detective, Counsel and advise students via in-person, phone, email, text, and video conferencing,
• Resolve problems by clarifying issues; researching and exploring answers and alternative solutions; implementing solutions; escalating unresolved problems,
• Follow up to ensure the resolution of each issue,
• Re-enroll students by focusing on outreach and retention efforts,
• Work collaboratively with other departments and services across the college to understand processes, systems, and services and to resolve student issues,
• Work closely with campus staff to address student issues,
• Closely track students’ progress, through communication and analytics, for each academic term to ensure class attendance and academic progress,
• Provide counseling on career preparation and resources at key points to assist students before graduation,
• Serve as point of contact for student onboarding once the initial enrollment process is completed,
• Assist in transitioning all students into college by informing students about the placement test, financial aid, admissions application, registration process, and support services and directing them appropriately,
• Conduct seminars on college success strategies and job acquisition skills,
• Submit required reports and maintain appropriate records,
• Assist students with career exploration activities and career assessments,
• Schedule and attend college campus tours,
• Coordinate job shadowing opportunities for students,
• Maintain ongoing database of students and classrooms where services are offered,
• Work well with others and show respect to all college constituents,
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Grant Project Director, the Dean of Students, and the President.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Human Resources Services, Psychology, Education, or other related human service degree from a regionally accredited institution,
• One-year experience in counseling at high school or post-secondary level,
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of database and word-processing programs are required.
• Demonstrated experience working with low-income and/or first-generation college participant populations is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Experience working with low-income, high risk or under-represented students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master Degree
• An understanding of and a commitment to the philosophy and mission of the Alabama Community College System,
• Effective written and oral communication skills,
• Ability to organize and work independently,
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Student coaching experience.

Supplemental information

WCCS is an equal opportunity employer and enrolled in E-Verify. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. WCCS will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. WCCS reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Applications must be completed online using our online process. Human Resources’ contact information is as follows:

Human Resources Department

Wallace Community College Selma

3000 Earl Goodwin Parkway

P. O. Box 2530

Selma, AL 36702-2530

Phone: (334) 876-9319, 876-9338

Fax: (334) 876-9334

Website: www.wccs.edu

A complete application package consists of:

1. WCCS application,
2. A resume,
3. A copy of transcript(s) verifying required degree. Please print name as listed on transcript, if different from last name listed on application.
4. Work experience verification in writing from your current and/or previous employer(s) confirming the required level of experience as stated in the “Required Qualifications” section. Verification should be printed on company letterhead and must include dates of employment, position title(s), and duties performed. A work verification from either your current or previous employer must be provided. Remember that the work experience verification completion is your responsibility.

Please Note: If you are applying for more than one position, please submit a separate, complete application. In the event the position is reposted, a new application packet must be submitted.

Application Deadline

All application information must be received by 12:00 P.M. on the closing date. Final applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will not be considered. A complete application package is the responsibility of the applicant.

Note: In accordance with Alabama Community College System policies and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

WCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is enrolled in E-Verify.