Rise Coordinator Details:
Posted:April 9, 2024
Level:Community College Professional 16,12-month, non-tenure track position.
Hours:Full-time, 35 hours per week
Closing Date:The committee will begin review of applicationsimmediately. Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 Location:
CT State Capital
950 MainSt, Hartford, CT 06103
**This position is not remote**
For more information,please click on the campus to bedirected to their website. CT State Community College Mission:
Connecticut State Community College provides access toacademically rigorous and innovative education and training focused on student success. The college supports excellence in teaching andlearning, makes data-informed decisions, promotes equity, and advances positive change for the students, communities and industries itserves. CT State Community College Vision:
Connecticut State Community College is recognized for exceptional studentsuccess, educational leadership and transformative collaboration with business and industry, government, educational and key stakeholderswhile advancing diverse opportunities for Connecticut's citizens and communities. CT State Community College EquityStatement:
Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantlingstructural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empoweringstudents, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is tocontinuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities. Anticipated StartDate:
July 2024 Position Summary:
The RISE Coordinator is a temporary grant funded position that works under thedirection of the Director ofAcademic Advising.The position coordinates with advising new and first year students, coordinating and advisingsupport to the RISEprogram.The incumbent is required to have collaborative and cooperative relationships with faculty, staff and students.Theincumbent is required to have excellent organizational and case management skills. The incumbent is expected torepresent the College in apositive manner and to collaborate with academic and student services departments tocontribute to retaining students. Example ofJob Duties:
Under the direction of the Director ofAcademic Advising, the Rise Coordinatoris responsible for advising, tracking, andprovidingsocial support needs to first year programming, and the RISE program througheffective performance in these essential duties: Outreach via telephone, text or other technology to prospective and new students. Provide professional and enthusiasticcustomer service to prospective students. Tracking and case management for the Hartford Promise Program, maintaining studentrecords in Insight. Lead RISE sessions (during registration periods only). Works closely with the Admissions Office andPlacement Testing. Be knowledgeable about the resources the college provides to students. Advise, support, and provideacademic programming to students in the RISE program. In addition to the accountabilities listed above, the incumbent is requiredto carry out the essential duties of: Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies; Service on assignedcommittees and task forces; Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings. These may involveattendance at evening or weekend events.
This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the fullspecifications stated in the job description.
Incumbents must possess proven ability to effectively work with a culturally,linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and student. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in anappropriately related field together with one to four years of related experience; or a combination of education, training and experiencewhich would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position's essential duties. Highly effective studentservices background preferred. Possess an understanding of the admission and new student onboarding processes. Ability towork in a fast- paced environment. Active listening skills. Demonstrate organizational and administrative ability. Ability to multitask and provide innovative solutions to problems that prevent students from successfullyregistering and attendingcollege. A bachelor's degree in an appropriately related field together with one to four years of related experience; or acombination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position'sessential duties. Substitutions Allowed:
Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouragedto put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and byproviding appropriate references. Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons. PreferredQualifications: One (1) or more years' experience working with federal or state grants. Experience with grant reporting. Starting Salary:
Anticipated Salary; $62,033 approximate annualplus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement,and related fringe benefits.
We offera comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, andplan for a secure future. Benefits include generous leave policies; several retirement plans ; and manychoices for comprehensivehealth insurance .You also have access to many additional benefits to save for retirement, protect your family & more with supplemental benefits. Tuition reimbursement may apply if applicable. Application Instructions:
Toapply you must submit a cover letter and resume.
Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not beconsidered and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable. Selection Procedure:
Following the closing date,application materials will be evaluated by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be limited to thoseapplicants who are best qualified based on the minimum and preferred qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents by theclosing date and time listed on the job announcement. Candidateswho have been selected and approvedtointerviewwill be contacted, andfinalists will be recommended for further consideration by the Hiring Manager for final selection and recommendation for employment. Theselection process may also include practical exercises (i.e., teaching demonstration and/or other written, technical, manipulative, orsimulation exercises) to evaluate candidates' qualifications. Background Screening:
All employment, if offered, iscontingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successfulpassing of a background check. CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, acriminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. Continuing Notice ofNondiscrimination
CSCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity orexpression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physicaldisability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following persons have been designated to handleinquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: John-Paul Chaisson-Cardenas, PhD, MSW,Vice President of Diversity, Equity, andInclusion, () .
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