Position Summary

NOTE: CHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE OBSERVES EASTERN TIME. ALL TIMES SHOWN ARE IN EASTERN TIME.

Under the general direction of the Director of QEP (Quality Enhancement Plan) and Student Services, the employee conducts intrusive advising/coaching for students, provides workshops, develops academic plans and educational goals with students, and assists in the Career Center.

Salary: Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule E3, Grade 5: $34,016-$48,728.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on the vacancy notice and must submit a completed online application packet through the online application system by the deadline date in order to be considered for this position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.

A complete application consists of the following:

• Online employment application
• Cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the required qualifications
• Current resume
• Employment verification letter(s) verifying a minimum of one (1) year full-time experience working in education, social services, counseling, or a related field with work experience relevant to the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Letter(s) must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. If an employment verification cannot be obtained, i.e. business no longer in operation, an applicant may submit copies of appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms to verify the minimum required experience.
• Copies of ALL college transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and date degree conferred.

Verification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet minimum required qualifications and for appropriate placement on the salary schedule. Letter(s) must include employment dates, employment status, and job title, and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature.

Completion of all sections of the online application is required. Application materials, including transcripts, must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Degrees must be posted on transcripts.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application; however, official transcripts may be requested by the College prior to extension of an employment agreement to the successful candidate. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Once submitted, all application materials become the property of CVCC. Only applications received during the period of the announcement will be considered. NO PHOTOS, please. Request for copies of application materials, including transcripts, will be denied by the College.

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible, or as negotiated.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

1. Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
2. Work flexible hours to accommodate students' needs.
3. Work with students in cohort-assigned classes.
4. Hold weekly meetings with assigned students and provide proactive advising in person, virtually, and electronically. Coordinates communications to students utilizing intentional advising plans that engage students regarding personal and professional goals, course scheduling, core major requirements, and academic resources.
5. Assist in the development of student success initiatives.
6. Facilitate student success workshops.
7. Facilitate workshops and training sessions for faculty and staff.
8. Assess students' needs and refer students to the appropriate support services at the College and assist them in scheduling appointments.
9. Develop academic plans and establish educational goals with students.
10. Interpret career assessment data to assist students in career exploration and planning.
11. Assist in the Career Center.
12. Document all services and student contacts in a timely fashion.
13. Complete and submit all federal, state, and local documents as required.
14. Assist with student advising, registration, pre-college orientation, and retention of students.
15. Serve on various College committees as assigned.
16. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of QEP and Student Success, the Associate Dean of Student Development and Success, Dean of Students and Campus Services, or the President.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Adhere to all policies and procedures set forth by the College.
2. Maintain confidentiality of identified sensitive information and of departmental information.
3. Remain current in and enhance professional knowledge and skills through professional development and continuing education.
4. Interact with and serve diverse student and employee populations in a courteous and friendly manner.
5. Adhere to College standards of professionalism and confidentiality, including courteous and friendly interaction with other CVCC employees.
6. Maintain appropriate work hours as outlined in State and College policies and assigned by supervisor or dean.
7. Recruit potential students, both traditional and nontraditional, to the College, and assist in retention efforts.
8. Represent the institution in a positive manner.
9. Participate in registration, pre-college orientation (NSE), and college events as assigned.
10. Serve on committees as assigned.
11. Participate in graduation and other college activities.
12. Participate in the College's planning process.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Interviews can only be extended to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
• One (1) year full-time experience working in education, social services, counseling, or a related field with work experience relevant to the essential duties and responsibilities of this position
• High degree of workplace professionalism
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently
• Proficiency in public speaking before both small and large groups
• Ability to work a flexible, nonstandard work week
• Effective oral and written communication skills, proficiency in the English language
• Strong computer skills, proficient use of the Microsoft Office suite

Application Procedures/Additional Information

All correspondence with applicants regarding this search process will be sent via e-mail.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications indicated on this vacancy announcement and must submit a complete application packet via the online process by the deadline date in order to be considered. PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD PHOTOS.

The online application link is found on the employment page of the College's website at http://www.cv.edu/human-resources/ and at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cvedu.

Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered.

The College will not incur the cost of applicants' interview expenses. Applicants desiring reasonable accommodations for the interview are encouraged to request such accommodations when contacted for an interview appointment.

Verification of employment letters will be required after an offer of employment has been made. Employment verification letters should, at a minimum, include the work experience indicated on the application.

The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.

IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT CVCC (334-291-4927).

If you need technical assistance after reviewing the instructions, please contact:

NEOGOV Customer Service
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (PST)
(855) 556-2519

All male applicants between the ages of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant selected for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit payment for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. In the event a conviction for a felony or any crime involving moral turpitude is found, the procedures established for the Board of Trustees policy concerning criminal background checks will be followed.

Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify) which electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. Applicants hired by CVCC will be subject to the E-Verify process pursuant to Act No. 2011-535.

CVCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, 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. CVCC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. CVCC reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.