Location: San Luis Obispo & North County Campus, CA
Department: Student Success & Support Programs
Closing: 8/14/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Description Summary
This position will work 4 days per week from the San Luis Obispo Campus and 1 day per week at the North County Campus in Paso Robles. The schedule will be developed collaboratively by the incumbent and the supervisor.
DEFINITION
Under the general supervision of the Director, Workforce, Economic Development and Community Programs, coordinate and oversee programs in Career Connections and Work Experience and perform other related duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Employment Services Coordinator position is distinguished by the requirement to plan, organize, and coordinate programs in Workforce Economic Development, Career Connections, and Internships. Provide assistance and specialized information for work experience, internships, and career services. Coordinate communications and information between students, staff, faculty, employers and the public in the implementation and promotion of services and enhancement of employment opportunities.
This position supports student learning outcomes by facilitating employment and volunteer-based learning, providing career and work experience-related services to students, and by ensuring that the policies and regulations of these programs are upheld.
About The College
Where You Will Work
Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande.
Who We Are
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.
Additional Information About The College Can Be Found At
Coordinate career services for the college, including the daily schedule and operations of Career Connections;
Assist with the implementation of the Cooperative Work Experience program;
Serve as liaison with employers for job postings and placements, internships, career pathways, and labor market and workforce information;
Maintain, update and utilize a job bank database, in collaboration with other campus and county job-placement programs, including updating employer contact information;
Develop resources and tools on job search techniques, job search portfolio elements and career exploration;
Present information on job search techniques, job search portfolio elements, career exploration, and employment, internship and volunteer opportunities to students, program participants and community members through workshops, one-on-one training, classroom visits, job fairs, and other contexts;
Provide mentoring related to work-readiness development, career exploration, job search portfolio development, academics and work experience and placement;
Develop placements for paid and/or unpaid work experience, work study, internships, and community service on campus and off campus with employers in the public and private sector;
Facilitate processes for Work Study on and off-campus placements, including contracts, hiring, timesheets and payroll;
Serve as contact for WIB, EDD, America's Job Center for training options at Cuesta;
Compile and analyze labor market and skills gap data to assist the programmatic decision-making process;
Lead the process of updating the Employment Panel Training List for new and existing courses;
Establish and coordinate the Career Connections/Cooperative Work Experience Employer Advisory Committee and recommend employers for CTE Advisory Boards;
Maintain student, faculty and employer compliance with Title V, California Code of Regulations, district-approved local plan guidelines, and district policies;
Collect required documentation and maintain all records as required by Title V, California Code of Regulations;
Oversee marketing of career and employment services and programs: prepare and disseminate promotional articles and materials; ensure up-to-date information on the Career Connections and other websites and other relevant marketing outlets;
Establish and oversee resources and processes to link employers and specific jobs and internships with Cuesta students collaborating with academic programs, faculty and local employers;
Monitor, update and maintain student enrollment records and activities;
Oversee reporting, including data collection, thorough completion of reports, timely submission, and troubleshooting problems identified by the college or State Chancellor's Office, in particular, for the Student Success and Support Program (3SP);
Monitor program operation budget accounts, expenditures and timecards;
Assist with the program review process and follow-up as necessary;
Update procedures for effective program review and other college information needs;
Organize and oversee Advisory Committee for Career Connections, in coordination with Cooperative Work Experience and Institute for Professional Development;
Participate in departmental meetings, advisory committees, and other related groups;
Maintain confidentiality;
Promote positive relationships in the community; and
Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Education:
Required
Bachelor's Degree;
Experience
Required
Two (2) years working in an instructional setting, such as career services, cooperative education, work experience or vocational guidance.
One (1) year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in providing services and training in career exploration, job search process, resume preparation and interview strategies, job/employer development, and local labor market characteristics and skills gap analysis.
Preferred
Two (2) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in providing services and training in career exploration, job search process, resume preparation and interview strategies, job/employer development, and local labor market characteristics and skills gap analysis.
Knowledge Of
Current work-readiness and job-search skills, job search portfolio elements, labor market information, skills gap analysis, Community College Job Placement, and Cooperative Work Experience and internship programs;
Employment preparation, including search and hiring techniques and practices;
Occupational terminology, occupations, and basic requirement for jobs;
Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software;
Methods and practices of record keeping and report preparation;
Applicable sections of State Education Code and other applicable laws, including those pertaining to Cooperative Work Experience, internships and other experiential education programs;
The needs and sensitivities of special and disadvantaged populations;
Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software;
Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; and
District organization, operations, policies and procedures.
Ability To
Apply Federal, State, and District rules, regulations, procedures, and policies;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties; and
Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and of staff and students with physical and learning disabilities;
Physical Ability To
See for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies, and other printed matter;
Hear and understand speech at normal levels;
Read and comprehend printed matter and text and data on computer monitors;
Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email;
Sit or stand for extended periods of time;
Lift and/or carry 25 pounds; and
Exert manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.
License and Certificates (current within the last year or must be continuously current):
Valid driver's license and eligible to obtain California driver's license upon hire
Additional Requirements
Provide own transportation and travel countywide.
Additional Information
Required Documents To Apply
Candidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.
Cover letter;
Resume;
Reference List (see further instructions below);
Diversity statement (see further instructions below).
Diversity Statement Instructions: Cuesta College is committed to building and maintaining a workforce that reflects and honors the diversity of our students. It is important to us that our faculty, staff, and administrators demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds as well as sexual orientation and abilities of all constituents in the Cuesta College community.
In 500 words or less, with consideration to our Mission Statement and our values expressed above, please explain how you will demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in this position.
Reference List Instructions: Your reference list must include three professional references, their contact information, and their relationship to you.
Completed online applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by the closing date for this position . LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, MAILED OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
SALARY SCHEDULE
Below is the full salary schedule range for this position, steps A through E. Per Cuesta College's bargaining agreement, new employees are placed at Steps A through C, which is the anticipated hiring range also listed below. The bargaining agreement also includes step and longevity increases. For a full salary schedule, please see our website: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/salary_schedules.html
Salary Schedule Range: $5,414 - $6,581 per month.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $5,414 - $5,969 per month.
Additional Information
Cuesta College will not sponsor any visa applications.
San Luis Obispo County Community College District ("Cuesta College") is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices: on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/publicsafety/clery_act
Cuesta College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to data from U.S Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. For further information, visit: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/Job_Opportunities.html
Interview Process Information
Selected applicants will be invited to attend a Zoom interview on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cuesta
The San Luis Obispo County Community College District promotes inclusiveness, prohibits discrimination, and encourages all qualified persons to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Cuesta College actively seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to assist students, staff, and faculty. For ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assistance with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office: (805) 546-3129.
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Education:RequiredBachelor's Degree;Experience:RequiredTwo (2) years working in an instructional setting, such as career services, cooperative education, work experience or vocational guidance.One (1) year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in providing services and training in career exploration, job search process, resume preparation and interview strategies, job/employer development, and local labor market characteristics and skills gap analysis.
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