Peninsula College
Job title:
Program Assistant – Student Development
Company
Peninsula College
Job description
PROGRAM ASSISTANT – STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
(Full-Time Classified)
Open Date: January 5, 2024
Close Date: January 22, 2024
Anticipated Start Date: February 16, 2024
PENINSULA COLLEGE’S COMMITMENT TO EQUITY
Our collaboratively developed shared definition of equity is that as a College “we aspire to ensure that all students, faculty, and staff have access to resources and support in proportion to their needs and that they feel respected, connected, and can thrive in their goals.” Peninsula College’s equity efforts are led by an Equity Standing Committee with cross-campus representation. The committee appoints equity work groups and
develops, assesses, and updates an annual equity plan. That committee’s collective work has identified the need for a position that can lead the College’s work in equitable hiring practices and equity training for all employees and that can act as resource for the College’s equity partners by sharing expertise and leadership.
THE COLLEGE:
Located in the northwest corner of the United States, Peninsula College is nestled in the foothills of the Olympic Mountains. The main campus in Port Angeles, Washington, overlooks the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the nearby city of Victoria, British Columbia, and has easy access to the Pacific Ocean, Olympic National Park, and Seattle. Port Angeles is two hours from Seattle and a one-hour ferry ride to Victoria, Canada. The College is honored to serve six sovereign American Indian nations in the region: Jamestown S’Klallam, Lower Elwha Klallam, Quileute, Makah, Hoh, and Port Gamble S’Klallam.
The College is honored to have strong relationships with these six federally recognized Tribes in the College’s service district. The College is home to Longhouse of Learning. It is the first Longhouse in the nation to be built on a community College campus. The College offers transferable Indigenous language courses in Klallam/S’Klallam, Makah and Quileute and Hoh languages. Instructional programs include a Tribal Homeland Security & Emergency Management certificate and an Integrated Indigenous Studies transfer pathway. The College is committed to doing more and taking future direction from the Tribes.
As a public comprehensive community college with baccalaureate-granting authority, Peninsula College is highly regarded by businesses, schools, and community partners for its culture of inclusiveness, innovation, high academic standards, and community engagement. The College is part of the 34-college Washington State Community and Technical College System and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
The College serves more than 2,500 students through its main campus and Port Townsend and Forks campuses, its correctional facilities, community education, and its online course offerings. The College community is vibrant, engaged, and known for its commitment to serving the diverse needs of the local communities across its 3,600 square mile service district.
The College culture is defined by its Guiding Principles and its shared governance model, which values respect, open and honest communication, integrity and collaboration. The College is a leader in the Guided Pathways work in Washington State and sees developing an equitable and socially just institution as a central part of that work. The College is highly regarded as a warm and welcoming place. Click here for a
THE POSITION:
In a dynamic and inclusive environment, this role will serve as the primary contact for and support a diverse range of student development services. Key areas include: Services for Students with Disabilities, Running Start, Advising, Veterans Center, Multicultural Inclusion, Career/Transfer Services, and Counseling. Situated within the Student Services Division, this role champions equity and accessibility in education.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
Position reports to: Associate Dean of Student Advising and Support Services
Position supervises: N/A
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD): Facilitate access to resources, coordinate accommodation requests, schedule and proctor accommodated exams, maintain organized records, and promote the use of assistive technology to support diverse learning needs.
Running Start: Track student onboarding, manage resources, and support events that foster an inclusive educational environment.
Advising: Assist in coordinating advising services that cater to diverse student groups and academic interests. Code student’s advisors in our student information system.
Veteran Center: Support veteran students through tailored communication and event organization.
Multicultural Inclusion, Career/Transfer Services, and Counseling: Contribute to projects and events that uphold our commitment to a diverse and inclusive campus culture.
General Support: Undertake various administrative tasks, ensuring an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students.
Other Required Competencies and Duties:
- Understanding of how disabilities impact learning and the ability to support a diverse learning community.
- Maintaining organized files and databases.
- Scheduling appointments and managing multiple calendars at once.
- Proficient in various computer systems and application programs such as Microsoft Office suite, learning management systems, and student information systems.
- Follow general office procedures and use office equipment.
- Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
- Work positively and effectively with a diverse population and to communicate clearly with native and non-native English speakers.
- Work independently and in teams while maintaining professionalism and modeling the colleges’ Guiding Principles.
- Maintain professionalism and effectiveness in stressful situations.
- Provide clear explanations of complex and technical information orally and in writing.
- Work in a fast-paced office environment with many interruptions.
- Perform duties with high accuracy and speed.
- Maintain confidentiality of student materials and student information.
- Learn new adaptive technologies quickly and be able to show others how to use them.
- Organize and prioritize work.
- Generate reports and publications.
- Maintain and monitor student development budgets and inform supervisor of status.
- Monitor student progress.
- Guide students to appropriate resources, respecting diverse backgrounds and needs.
- Skillful in both virtual and in-person student interactions.
Preferred Competencies:
Multi-lingual
Required physical abilities:
- Comfortable with extended periods of computer work, reading aloud, scribing, and monitoring students taking exams.
Required work schedule and work environment:
- Monday-Friday, 8a-5p (hours may vary with events and programming).
Required education or certificates:
- Associate degree in office management or related field OR high school diploma and two years of full-time clerical experience.
EMPLOYMENT PAY AND BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Full-Time Classified position.
Anticipated starting monthly salary: $3,145.00 – $3,376.00 (DOE)
Full Time Employee Benefits:
- Excellent benefits: including medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance; Peninsula College contributes $1,145 per month to the cost of the Washington State employee insurance programs.
- Retirement plan options with employer contributions; optional credit union and tax-deferred annuity programs.
- Peninsula College is a qualified employer for the
program. If you work for the College full time, have had Direct Loans and are on an eligible repayment plan, you are eligible to apply. * Full-time employees are eligible to apply and participate in the Peninsula College Employee Tuition Program.
- The college also supports professional development.
- Sick leave accrual is 8 hours per month.
- Vacation Leave accrual is 11.33 hours per month and will increase with years of experience.
Application Submission Procedure:
A complete application file will include:
- a current resume
- college employment application
- cover letter addressing specific qualifications of this position, and provide a one to two sentence statement on how you may be able to contribute to a culture of equity at Peninsula College three current professional references qualified to assess your experience and ability to perform the duties specified. Please include references’ email addresses and telephone numbers
- In compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
- Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Application materials may be uploaded electronically, by mail, or email to:
Human Resources
Peninsula College
1502 E. Lauridsen Blvd.
Port Angeles, WA 98362
Phone: (360) 417-6298
Email:
Applications submitted electronically will be accepted without signatures.
Jeanne Clery Statement:
Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report—Peninsula College’s Annual Crime/Security Report is available , containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 360-417-6559.
Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment:
Peninsula College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit,
Peninsula College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities. Coordination of compliance is the responsibility of the Human Resources Officer, Hanan Zawideh, , (360) 417-6212.
Requesting Accommodations for Employment:
Please contact the Peninsula College Human Resources office, 360-417-6298 or email to request for any accommodations.
Peninsula College is an equal opportunity employer.
Expected salary
$3145 – 4174 per month
Location
Port Angeles, WA
Job date
Thu, 25 Jan 2024 23:11:57 GMT
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