Specialist II, Dual Credit Engagement

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Position Title: Specialist II, Dual Credit Engagement Job Description: POSITION TITLE: Specialist II, Dual Credit Engagement STATUS: Part-time DEPARTMENT: Dual Credit & P 20 Partnerships DIVISION: Academic Affairs CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt UNION: TOSSC-AFT Local 604 REPORTS TO: Manager, Dual Credit and P-20 Partnerships PLACEMENT: Grade 107 HIRING RANGE: $22.82 - $24.19 Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age, and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. POSITION SUMMARY In coordination with other dual credit program staff, and under general supervision of the Manager, provides direct support to the dual credit program by providing outreach to dual credit students and parents. Works with a variety of stakeholders including high school administrators, counselors, teachers, staff, parents, and students. Becomes familiar with college departments and functional areas’ relationship to the dual credit program. Works independently and as part of a team. Position consists of primarily morning and afternoon hours; hours may vary and may include occasional evenings and weekends, approximately 28 hours per week. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provide outreach services to constituent K-12 schools and career centers participating in the dual credit program. Conduct classroom and institute day visits and provide informational and promotional materials for these events as needed. 2. Assist high schools with the application process and post application procedures as needed. 3. Develop and implement parent and student orientations. 4. Communicate dual credit policies and information to parents, students, high school counselors and other internal and external stakeholders. Assist students and high school contacts in resolving application, registration, and enrollment issues in a timely manner. 5. Deliver presentations at district high schools, college fairs, career centers and on campus events to support and promote dual credit. 6. Work with high schools and career centers marketing offices to promote JJC and the dual credit program. 7. Assist Office of Dual Credit with general office operations, application processing and registration related duties. 8. Attend meetings as assigned, including the Dual Credit Advisory Board meetings. Prepare summary notes for meetings. 9. Be familiar with and remain informed of the guidelines for dual credit from the Higher Learning Commission and the Illinois Community College Board, including the Dual Credit Quality Act and other related legislation. 10. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Bachelor’s degree. 2. Two (2) years of experience in a higher education and/or K-12 environment. 3. Self-directed with the ability to work independently within changing deadlines. 4. Ability to analyze and address the educational and personal needs of student. 5. Proficient with computers and database related software. 6. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence. 7. Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 1. English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency. 2. Demonstrated experience working with diverse student populations, case management approach to student support and experience working with undecided or exploration students. 3. Colleague and DualEnroll systems experience. 4. Demonstrated multicultural competence. PHYSICAL DEMANDS 1. Normal office physical demands. 2. Ability to travel between campus locations and to and from community events. 3. Ability to travel in state and nationally. WORKING CONDITIONS 1. Duties are performed indoors in the usual office and/or outdoor environment. 2. Travel between campuses and flexibility including some weekend and evening hours required. Full Time/Part Time: Part time Union (If Applicable): TOSSC Scheduled Hours: 40