Coordinator, Student Success Programs, HOPE

Description

FILING DEADLINE: November 12th, 2024
Please note: Only completed applications from applicants that meet minimum qualifications for this position will be forwarded to the search committee. Materials and applications will not be accepted after the filing deadline. It is the applicant's responsibility to be sure that ALL required materials, noted under application procedures section of this job announcement are submitted by the filling deadline in order to be given consideration. Please contact the Human Resources staff assigned to this recruitment (see the more about SRJC section of the job announcement) if any questions.


COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Salary Range: $6, -$8, per month (23/24 Classified Salary Schedule); maximum initial placement at mid-range, which is $7, per month (placement within this range is based on assessment of previous experience as documented in application materials).
• Fringe Benefits: The District offers a competitive health & benefits package for employees and eligible dependents. You can learn more on our .
• Leave/Holiday time: Full-time classified Unit members earn 8 hours of sick leave and start off accruing hours of vacation for each month worked (accrual rate increases after first year of employment and rates are pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees are also compensated for holidays recognized by the District (18 holidays/year, pro-rated for part-time employees).

FRINGE BENEFITS:
The District offers a competitive health & benefits package for employees and eligible dependents. Benefits are pro-rated for part-time employees. You can learn more on our

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, coordinates the Student Success initiatives for the student success and retention and student equity programs at assigned location, including organizing the delivery of core student success and support services; performs duties related to data gathering and reporting, office and fiscal management, customer relations, or other specialized services; coordinates with faculty and staff in programs related to student success and support.

This is a regular, full-time ( FTE), 12-months per year, classified position. The tentative work schedule will be Monday through Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm. This position is contingent upon funding and Board approval.

SCOPE:
The Coordinator, Student Success Program oversees program initiatives including daily support activities and operations of the Student Success mandates; provides leadership to Student Success Teams and retention initiatives, provides student follow-up services; organizes and compiles data for reports; may provide assistance to assessment/placement services.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Student Success Specialist I and II by the leadership of short term, non-continuing employees and student ambassadors with a higher level of expertise regarding student success programs and initiatives, with the ability to implement initiatives in a complex environment.

ABOUT THE SONOMA COUNTY JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT
Santa Rosa Junior College has been an integral part of the Sonoma County community and its rich history, beauty and culture for more than 100 years.
SRJC is a public two-year community college, which serves the County of Sonoma and portions of Marin and Mendocino counties. The District has two campuses, located in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, California, two centers, a Public Safety Training Center located in Windsor, California, and the Robert Shone Agricultural Center located in Forestville, California, and our newest site in the Roseland area of the City of Santa Rosa. Students may choose from over 100 associate degree majors and certificate programs, complete courses toward the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program, or pursue courses for other professional or personal reasons.

SRJC serves approximately 22,000 students each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility. The ideal candidate will share SRJC’s commitment to be an inclusive, diverse and sustainable learning community that engages the whole person.

Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

Essential Functions

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Incumbents routinely perform approximately 80% of the duties below.

• Coordinates Student Success Teams at assigned location.
• Develops and implements interventions that increase student success, based on research and best practices, including identifying and reaching out to targeted student groups.
• Leads the Student Ambassador enrollment program (Welcome Center), including coordination, planning and scheduling for the services provided by the Center; provides personalized assistance for new students with Student Success Steps, ensuring the completion of orientation, assessment, and educational plans.
• Performs various support tasks for student success and support programs; troubleshoots and resolves problems, and recommends solutions related to mandated student success services.
• Interprets and explains District policies and procedures related to student success and equity.
• Prepares reports, correspondence, agendas, and meeting minutes; designs and creates communication materials.
• Monitors the use of retention programs and the status of referral services; coordinates follow up services with students as defined by Student Success Act regulations.
• Monitors budgets; utilizes procurement software.
• Tracks student progress, and maintains various statistical records for department(s) or area(s); analyzes student data to develop intervention strategies and approaches; maintains files for student success.
• 1Works with students, staff, faculty, and the public to implement student success and equity goals and objectives of assigned areas/programs.
• Assists in the provision of core services, such as orientation and assessment.
• May serve as a lead worker to other classified staff in assigned area.
• May supervise and organize the work of student and short-term, non-continuing employees (STNC) and peer mentor Student Ambassadors.

ABILITY TO:
Work independently with minimum supervision; develop effective programs and services related to Student Success initiatives; utilize software applications; track, compile and analyze statistical information; prepare and present reports and information to individuals and groups; communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population; maintain cooperative working relationships.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Student success and retention initiatives, outreach strategies and marketing techniques; the role of student development in higher education and best practices for student success; District policies, procedures, programs and services; and standard office productivity software.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates/incumbents must meet the minimum qualifications as detailed below, or file for equivalency. Equivalency decisions are made on the basis of a combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. If requesting consideration on the basis of equivalency, an Equivalency Application is required at the time of interest in a position (equivalency decisions are made by Human Resources, in coordination with the department where the vacancy exists, if needed.)

Education:
Bachelor’s degree. Experience: Increasingly responsible (2-4 years full-time equivalent) experience in an educational setting and prior experience coordinating outreach programs and implementing student support activities for diverse communities; demonstrated public speaking experience.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:
This classification requires the use of a personal or District vehicle while conducting District business. Must possess a valid (Class C) California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Position may require travel to various area middle and high schools, organizations, and community agencies. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted. May require work in the evening, especially during particular months of the year.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing a caseload and advocating on behalf of students or clients, such as submitting petitions, filing grievances, and similar issues impacting student or client’s wellbeing.
• Experience with identifying grants
• bilingual in Spanish and English
• Experience maintaining confidential records.