Student Services Specialist (Program and Articulation)

$15.61 – $24.98 per hour DOE

109

Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required
College Summer Hours: Monday – Thursday, 7am-6pm

12 Months

Advises Early Childhood and Education majors on GCC and MCCCD academic degrees and certificate programs in person and remotely via phone and email. Assists students in the development of a Plan for Certification and selection of courses applicable to their educational goals. Provides information to students regarding admissions, class registration, transfer credit, President’s scholarship, GCC Honors program, assessment testing, financial aid; graduation requirements, Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC), Arizona transfer pathways (MAPPs; NAU Connection; 90-30 programs; etc.) and other transfer resources. Conducts pre-graduation degree and certificate audits. Provides brief training to students on the MCCCD my.maricopa.edu web site and exposes students to relevant web resources. Outlines process, and provides needed materials, for students to obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card. Documents advisement notes in web-based systems (such as PeopleSoft and Advisor Trac).

80% – Provide academic advisement and other enrollment related services to new and continuing Early Childhood & Education majors.

10% – Attends advisor training and other professional development seminars to increase student support service skills, and involvement in new advising procedures, and knowledge of SSI program and necessary tools to perform their duties.

10% – Participates during in-reach activities in Education & Early Childhood classrooms. Refers students to other campus resources based on students’ needs. Compiles and maintains accurate files and records (case management).

Associate’s Degree in business administration, education or directly related field, and one (1) year of experience assisting with educational program development and coordination, student advisement, financial aid, or related student development programs.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

1. Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution

2. Experience providing academic advising to Early Childhood and Education majors in a college setting

3. Three (3) year experience providing academic advising in a college setting

4. Experience with student service software, such as a Student Information System, as well as experience with word processing and internet search functions.

5. Excellent written and oral communication skills as evaluated in the cover letter.

6. Understanding of certification requirements for teachers in the State of Arizona

• Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D driver’s license is required; must meet minimum standards regarding driving: http://www.maricopa.edu/legal/rmi/vehicle.htm#requirements

• Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate’s own expense

• Will be required to travel or be assigned to all MCCCD/GCC locations

• May require numerous evenings or weekends

• May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen

• May be required to lift or carry up to # 20lbs

Applicants must submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets minimum and desired qualifications.

Applications without a cover letter will be incomplete and will not be considered.

Please ensure your resume and cover letter provide the following items:

• Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
• Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, and name of employer for each position.

Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.

Apply on or before Monday, May 21, 2018 to be considered.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.