Division Area Office Coordinator - Counseling



Division Area Office Coordinator - Counseling

Salary

$54,726.00 - $73,782.00 Annually

Location

Costa Mesa, CA

Job Type

Classified Staff

Job Number

O-020-19 (O-033-18)

Division

Orange Coast College

Department

SS/Counseling

Opening Date

09/12/2018

Closing Date

9/26/2018 11:59 PM Pacific

Definition

Summary
Under the direction of the Dean of Counseling, the Division Area Office Coordinator performs a variety of technical and administrative support duties for college's Counseling division. Coordinates and performs administrative projects within the division.  Coordinates information and work flow and support activities for the division and related assigned functions, projects, and programs.
 
Distinguishing Career Features:
The Division Area Office Coordinator is part of a multi-level career path encompassing administrative support.  The Division Area Office Coordinator is a working team leader that oversees and participates in office operations including student transactions, monitoring faculty assignments and loads, and monitoring division budgets on behalf of the Dean.  The position requires substantial knowledge of administrative procedures and precedents for academic and career departments, the ability to organize work, information flow, and perform duties in support of the office and its dealings with other work teams and organizations. The Division Area Office Coordinator may also assist in curriculum processes, and development schedules and sequence required reporting and other time sensitive activity.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific duties may vary among departments and jobs.  Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all of the following kinds of duties:
  • Organizes, balances, prioritizes, performs, and may assign administrative support duties, anticipating business and academic calendars and cycles, assessing available staffing and recommending additions or adjustments.  Establishes and tracks time lines for projects, activities, and required submissions.
  • Provides administrative support to special processes such as, but not limited to departmental, curriculum, and other instructional committees.  Prepares forms, revisions, and final documents to support proceedings.
  • Interprets and conveys policies and procedures, referring extremely difficult or sensitive matters to the appropriate administrator.
  • Prepares, edits, and inputs information that supports publication of class schedules.   Coordinates and participates in compiling information requests on behalf of other organizational units responsible for class schedule production processes. 
  • Creates, verifies, edits, and distributes faculty loading records.  Monitors, records, and reviews adjunct faculty loading records with administrator for approval and compliance with work limits.  Verifies and calculates full and part-time faculty overload and forwards information to faculty load specialists.
  • Monitors class enrollment, recommending necessary additions or cancellations, and entering corrected data into databases.   Processes forms with changes to master class schedules.   Notify students of cancelled canceled classes.
  • Provides support to faculty and staff performance evaluation processes by coordinating and scheduling meetings, and transcribing confidential evaluations.
  • May provide administrative support to special processes such as, but not limited to curriculum and education requirements committees, advisory boards, and special interest group meetings.  Prepares forms, revisions, and final documents to support proceedings.
  • Takes meeting notes and transcribes recollections.  Composes from rough drafts or verbal instructions a variety of materials such as letters, memoranda, reports and statistical data.  Maintains committee records and assists in preparing divisional reports by gathering and summarizing information from a variety of sources.
  • Schedules appointments and arranges meetings for the Dean, Director, and department chairs.  Prepares schedules and informs participants, confirming dates and times.  May make hotel, conference, and travel reservations.
  • May initiate and prepare board agenda items, agreements, and contracts for services and facilities used by and/or provided by the division.  Processes contract documents and sets up internal routines for monitoring performance.
  • Performs special projects as assigned.  Conducts research of libraries, business transactions, official proceedings, employee and student records, industry statistics, and trends, etc., to compile reports for administration or to regulatory or governing agencies.
  • Receives, handles, and stores confidential information pertaining to the College or assigned division.  Maintains confidentiality of private and sensitive information.
  • Records, verifies, codes, and processes payroll information for faculty, staff, and student or temporary help, including information for stipends, overload, and other compensable elements.  Processes contracts for outside contractors.
  • Assists with development of organizational unit budget proposals, maintaining communications with work sections on status and information needs.  Maintains approved budgets and transaction records, including those for special projects and funds.
  • Reconciles expenditures and initiates reassignment of budgeted funds to and from various accounts, coordinating with accounting staff to assure compliance.
  • Prepares, processes, and codes requisitions and claims for reimbursement. Resolve purchase order and contractual matters with vendors and other service providers.
  • Trains, assigns, prioritizes, and reviews work of other staff, student and temporary help.
  • Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 
Knowledge and Skills:
The position requires in-depth working knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment.  Requires a working knowledge of the policies and procedures associated with academic departments including calendars and schedules, student transactions, faculty workload recording, and curriculum development and maintenance process.  Requires a working knowledge of education codes and District policies and procedures for the assigned organization unit.  Requires a working knowledge of personal computer based software programs that support this level of work, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheet, presentation graphics, student information systems, and special applications used by the division.  Requires skill at facilitating small group problem-solving processes.  Requires sufficient math skills to perform financial and statistical record keeping.  Requires sufficient knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation to prepare professional correspondence.  Requires sufficient human relations skill to work productively and cooperatively with diverse teams, exercise patience when dealing with internal and external customers, and convey technical concepts. 
 
Abilities:
Requires the ability to independently perform the duties of the position. Requires the ability to accurately take and transcribe notes and/or meeting minutes/recollections.  Requires the ability to learn, interpret, explain and apply knowledge of College and department organization, operations, programs, functions, special terminology used in academic and student services settings, and faculty labor agreements to relieve a Dean or program director of administrative details.  Requires the ability to prepare spreadsheets, graphs and charts, and enter, import, and export data to and from databases.  Requires the ability to plan, organize and prioritize work in order to meet schedules and timelines. Requires the ability to communicate with faculty, students, staff, and the public using patience and courtesy, and in a manner that reflects positively on the organization unit.

Education and Experience:
The position typically requires a high school diploma and post-secondary business education along five years of progressive administrative support experience, including two years supporting academic or student services functions. An Associate's degree is preferred and may substitute for some experience. Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the equivalent required qualifications for the position
 
Licenses and Certificates:
May require a valid driver's license.

Physical Abilities:
The position incumbent must be able to function indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature. Requires ambulatory ability to sit for extended periods of time, to utilize microcomputers and peripheral equipment, and to move about various campus locations. Requires the ability to use near vision to read printed materials.  Requires auditory ability to carry on conversations in person and over the phone.  Requires the ability to retrieve work materials from overhead, waist, and ground level files.  Requires sustained repetitive motions and manual and finger dexterity to write, use a pointing device and keyboard at an advanced rate, operate microcomputer, and operate other office equipment. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed indoors where minimal safety considerations exist.
 

Conditions of Employment

This is a regular, full-time, 12-month per year position. The normal hours of work will be arranged between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday and Friday, and 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday.  The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. 

  • Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
  • The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
  • The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
PAY PHILOSOPHY: 
All movement on the salary schedule will occur July 1 of each year for all classified employees.

Additional Information

ATTENTION: Before applying, please be sure to review the Coast Colleges District Board Policy regarding Nepotism (BP 7310) to check if your application may be impacted. If you have any questions, please contact HR Recruitment at 714-438-4714 or 714-438-4716.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:  To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit a COMPLETE application packet. A complete application packet includes:

  1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
  2. A current resume (as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
  3. A cover letter (as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
  4. Answers to all supplemental questions (please provide clear and thorough responses as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume" or "N/A").
Submission of all required application information and materials is the responsibility of the applicant.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Applications must be received no later than the posted closing date. There are NO EXCEPTIONS. Electronic applications may be completed by visiting www.cccd.edu/employment. Once you have completed an electronic application, you may apply to open positions within the Coast Community College District by submitting the application and all other required materials. Required materials differ for each open position and must be complete when submitted for a specific posting. Instructions for completing applications and applying to posted positions are available online or by calling Applicant Processing at (714) 438-4714 or (714) 438-4716.

Information for TDD users is available by calling (714) 438-4755.
 
All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. All application materials become the property of the Coast Community College District and will NOT be copied or returned. Any documents that you are unable to attach can be faxed to (714) 782-6065. Faxes must clearly indicate your name and the job to which you are applying.

To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate "n/a" (not applicable). If you do not know an answer, please indicate so, but do not leave any space blank.

Disability Accommodations:
If you require accommodations in the Application or Examination Process, please notify Human Resources by calling (714) 438-4714 or (714) 438-4716.

SELECTION PROCEDURES:
  1. All online applications and required materials received by the deadline date will be screened to determine which applicant(s) meet(s) the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
  2. Applicants who meet the required qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to discuss their qualifications in an interview with the College/District. Therefore, it is required that applicants submit clear, detailed responses to all supplemental questions in order to demonstrate his/her qualifications as related to the position.
  3. If any travel is required for an applicant to participate in-person during the interview process, this will be done so at the candidate's own expense.

The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline Community CollegeGolden West College, and Orange Coast College.  The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services and student support services.  Coastline, Golden West and Orange Coast Colleges enroll more than 60,000 students each year in more than 300 degree and certificate programs. 
Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States.  Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information. 

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
We know that the health of our employees and their families is a priority. That's why we offer extensive health care benefits to benefits-eligible employees. We offer the District's PPO plan as well as two HMO's, United Health Care and Kaiser Permanente. We also provide District-paid dental and vision insurance. 

Benefits are available to regular permanent employees working 20 or more hours per week.  Benefits are not available to temporary or short term employees.

District-paid Life Insurance
The District provides Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance benefits, underwritten by ING. This District-paid benefit is equal to one time your annual salary and remains in effect until age 70.

District-paid Disability Benefits
Coast provides both short and long term disability benefits for eligible employees unable to work because of disability due to illness, injury, or maternity.

Voluntary Plans
A variety of voluntary plans are offered through the District to benefits-eligible employees such as Long Term Care, Hyatt Legal, and Section 125 compliant flexible spending accounts.

Enrich Your Profession
Professional Development Programs
The District offers a variety of Professional Development programs for faculty and classified staff that encompasses all types of facilitated learning opportunities, ranging from college degrees to formal coursework and conferences. We encourage lifelong learning that maintains and improves professional competencies, enhances career progression, and keeps our employees on the cutting edge of their profession.

Sabbatical Leaves
Faculty members are encouraged to pursue professional growth leading to the development of increased competence and the improvement of instruction and/or redirection in their current teaching discipline. The District's sabbatical leave program is designed to assist in this pursuit and is available on a semester basis after completing six consecutive years of service.

Academic Senate
The Academic Senate is the governing body at each of our colleges for making recommendations to administration and to our Board of Trustees with respect to academic and professional matters. The Senate consists of elected faculty and has the responsibility for matters related to curriculum and general academic policy.

Time to Refuel
Vacation
Classified, contract staff earn vacation days commensurate with years of service. Classified Management and Administrators earn 22 days vacation per year.

Sick Leave
All contract employees earn sick leave as outlined in the CA Education Code. Sick leave may be carried over from year-to-year and, upon retirement, unused sick leave may contribute to your PERS and STRS retiree benefit.

Holidays
The District observes 21 paid holidays per year.

Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military Leave
Coast grants contract employees called to jury duty a leave of absence, without loss of pay, for the entire length of required service. Other available leaves include bereavement from 3-5 days and military leaves of absence in accordance with applicable state laws.

Great Expectations
Pension Plans
The District participates in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) and the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) for contract employees. Non-contract employees participate in Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) plan for the first 1,000 hours of their employment.
Additionally, it is the policy of the Coast Community College District that contract employees who retire from the District with ten or more years of service be afforded the same group insurance benefits until 70 years of age. A Medicare Supplement or GAP plan  is available to retirees and their spouses after age 70.

Annuities
The District maintains a program whereby qualified employees may request through Payroll to have a portion of his or her salary deposited under a tax sheltered annuity plan or an approved deferred compensation plan.

Schools First Federal Credit Union

The Schools First Federal Credit Union is a federally insured, full service, financial cooperative that is a not-for-profit organization. Earnings are used to benefit all members to provide a full range of financial services and offerings.


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Please describe your education and work experience as it relates to this position.
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Please describe your knowledge of the assigned Division programs, course offerings and curriculum.
03
Please provide examples of your office organizational skills, such as planning, coordinating, reporting, and record keeping.
04
This position requires interaction with the public, students, administrators, faculty and staff. Please describe your experience in a customer service setting and how you work collaboratively with others.
05
Please detail your experience in reviewing and monitoring department budgets, as well as your ability to maintain related records and files.
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Scheduling students to meet with counselors and faculty is one of the daily operations of the Counseling Division. Please describe your experience with scheduling.
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Please describe your strengths working in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and changes in daily work priorities.
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This position requires good communication skills. Give some specific examples of how you have demonstrated good communication skills both orally and in writing.
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This position requires the use of a variety of office technology. Please describe your familiarity with computers, office software, email, internet technology, fax, and copy equipment.
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I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1. A completed Coast Community College District Online Employment Application 2. A current resume (uploaded as a separate attachment - PDF recommended) 3. A cover letter (uploaded as a separate attachment - PDF recommended) 4. Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank)
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
Coast Community College District
Address
1370 Adams Avenue

Costa Mesa, California, 92626
Phone
714-438-4668
714-438-4714