American River College
Overview
Outreach Specialist at American River College. Under supervision of an assigned supervisor/manager, plan, coordinate, organize and provide a variety of student services and information on college programs to facilitate recruitment and retention of students. Typical Duties
Explain college programs, enrollment process, and services to individuals and community organizations; provide referrals to students, staff and community organizations on college programs and procedures and seek information concerning the need for additional programs. Work with college staff, faculty and administration to develop, organize, and coordinate activities and events that facilitate student orientation and outreach designed to promote recruitment efforts for underrepresented populations. Foster relationships with local feeder high schools, governmental agencies and community based organizations through in-person, written and electronic communication. Coordinate Early Alert/Assistance program and one-stop philosophy related to recruitment and matriculation efforts; represent the college at community functions and organizational meetings. Develop, organize, supervise and attend workshops, forums, conferences, and related college-sponsored events. Assist in the development and/or selection of marketing and promotional materials and interface with other college departments on marketing strategies. Conduct orientation sessions and periodic training sessions and workshops for peer assistants, student ambassadors and student workers. Assist in budget planning and maintenance; hire, train, and oversee student ambassadors and student workers. Track student contacts to monitor services required and provide follow-up throughout the enrollment process. Provide data for institutional research; perform follow-up studies and evaluations of outreach services. Develop and maintain the outreach master calendar; perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
EXPERIENCE:
Two years of experience in a variety of student or community service programs. EDUCATION:
Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. NOTE: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for up to two years of the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community college students; foster an inclusive educational and employment environment. Experience/education equivalency details: (Experience Requirement: One year of experience = 12 months at 40 hours/week. Education Requirement: One year of education = 30 semester units.). Education must be from an accredited institution. Application Instructions
A Los Rios Community College District Application Resume or Curriculum Vitae Letter of Interest Additional Instructions
Applications submitted without all required documents will be disqualified. Applications submitted with additional materials not requested will be disqualified. Only information listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications. Applicants indicating “see resume” may have that experience not considered for minimum qualifications. Foreign transcript evaluations are accepted only from AICE or NACES agencies; see requirements for evaluation. Only copies of transcripts from US colleges/universities or Foreign Transcript Evaluation will be accepted. Do not include foreign transcripts. Graduate advising documents will not be accepted as transcripts. Los Rios Community College District offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, CalPERS retirement, and professional development opportunities. To calculate the position’s FTE and related benefits details, refer to the district’s bargaining unit agreement and benefit information.
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Outreach Specialist at American River College. Under supervision of an assigned supervisor/manager, plan, coordinate, organize and provide a variety of student services and information on college programs to facilitate recruitment and retention of students. Typical Duties
Explain college programs, enrollment process, and services to individuals and community organizations; provide referrals to students, staff and community organizations on college programs and procedures and seek information concerning the need for additional programs. Work with college staff, faculty and administration to develop, organize, and coordinate activities and events that facilitate student orientation and outreach designed to promote recruitment efforts for underrepresented populations. Foster relationships with local feeder high schools, governmental agencies and community based organizations through in-person, written and electronic communication. Coordinate Early Alert/Assistance program and one-stop philosophy related to recruitment and matriculation efforts; represent the college at community functions and organizational meetings. Develop, organize, supervise and attend workshops, forums, conferences, and related college-sponsored events. Assist in the development and/or selection of marketing and promotional materials and interface with other college departments on marketing strategies. Conduct orientation sessions and periodic training sessions and workshops for peer assistants, student ambassadors and student workers. Assist in budget planning and maintenance; hire, train, and oversee student ambassadors and student workers. Track student contacts to monitor services required and provide follow-up throughout the enrollment process. Provide data for institutional research; perform follow-up studies and evaluations of outreach services. Develop and maintain the outreach master calendar; perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
EXPERIENCE:
Two years of experience in a variety of student or community service programs. EDUCATION:
Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. NOTE: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for up to two years of the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community college students; foster an inclusive educational and employment environment. Experience/education equivalency details: (Experience Requirement: One year of experience = 12 months at 40 hours/week. Education Requirement: One year of education = 30 semester units.). Education must be from an accredited institution. Application Instructions
A Los Rios Community College District Application Resume or Curriculum Vitae Letter of Interest Additional Instructions
Applications submitted without all required documents will be disqualified. Applications submitted with additional materials not requested will be disqualified. Only information listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications. Applicants indicating “see resume” may have that experience not considered for minimum qualifications. Foreign transcript evaluations are accepted only from AICE or NACES agencies; see requirements for evaluation. Only copies of transcripts from US colleges/universities or Foreign Transcript Evaluation will be accepted. Do not include foreign transcripts. Graduate advising documents will not be accepted as transcripts. Los Rios Community College District offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, CalPERS retirement, and professional development opportunities. To calculate the position’s FTE and related benefits details, refer to the district’s bargaining unit agreement and benefit information.
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