Professional Expert - Golden Promise Program Coordinator



Professional Expert - Golden Promise Program Coordinator

Salary

$56,376.00 Annually

Location

Huntington Beach, CA

Job Type

Temporary POOL

Job Number

Prof Expert - GPPC

Division

Golden West College

Opening Date

10/07/2019

Closing Date

5/18/2020 12:00 AM Pacific

Definition

DEFINITION:
Works directly with the Financial Aid Manager in the coordination and implementation of the expansion of the Golden Promise Program at Golden West College. Coordinates and provides training for the Financial Aid Office staff; provides student financial aid outreach, reporting and tracking of results, along with other related duties.
 
POSITION CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a Professional Expert position to provide support for the Golden Promise Program at Golden West College. The Professional Expert will serve as a subject matter expert related to the Golden Promise Program and procedures in accordance with federal and state regulations. Under direction of the Financial Aid Manager, this position will primarily support the expansion of our Golden Promise Program by outreaching and recruiting in the community and in-reaching to our current students on campus. This position will also serve as a liaison with local high schools to answer questions, aid with FAFSA and paperwork submissions, organize informational events, recruit and enroll students in the Golden Promise Program.
 
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
 
  • Supports College Outreach team with scheduling, coordinating, and presenting information related to Golden Promise Program and high school students, including general college information to prospective students at local area high schools, community organizations, on-campus events, and other locations.
  • Assists as liaison with community groups and college to promote and grow Golden Promise Program
  • Proactively contacts students with incomplete or missing information to submit the necessary forms to maintain program eligibility.
  • Provides subject matter expert support to Financial Aid staff so they can assist with researching, interpreting, clarifying, and resolving a variety of problems dealing with, but not limited to, FAFSA, form submission, satisfactory academic progress, and program requirements.
  • Creates reports and presentations on Golden Promise programs development update internal and external stakeholders, Including quarterly reports.
  • Serves as a point of contact for the college with current and prospective students and area high schools.
  • Works with the Bookstore on campus to administer the textbook component of the program.
  • Coordinates with the Admissions and Records department to administer the free tuition and college fees of the program.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
 

  1. Associate degree AND
  2. Three years' experience working in higher education.  Comparable related work experience may substitute for some higher education. Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications.
  3. Preferred: Two years working in a Financial Aid Office. Or, any combination of education and experience that would provide the required qualifications for the position.
  4. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  5. Ability to work in a team, as well as being self-motivated.
  6. Skilled in using Microsoft applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Conditions of Employment

This position will be OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
 
This is a professional expert, 40-hour per week position. The District reserves the right to extend, modify, or eliminate this position based upon available funds. The normal hours of work will be
9:00am - 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. However, some flexibility such as evenings and weekends will be required to meet the needs of the department. 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.

Additional Information

SALARY
$27.00 per hour
Medical benefits available at employee cost.
 
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 providing evidence and examples that show education, experience, knowledge, and abilities to meet the requirements of the position (as a separate attachment - PDF recommended)
 
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
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.
 
All application materials become the property of the Coast Community College District and will NOT be copied or returned. Information for TDD users is available by calling (714) 438-4755.
 
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. 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.
 
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. Applicants who are deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to discuss their qualifications in an interview with the College/District. Please note: Possession of the desired qualifications does not ensure an interview.
  2. 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.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  1. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  2. The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  3. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  4. A detailed list of physical demands and work environment is on file and will be provided upon request.
The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline Community College, Golden West College, and Oran ge 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.
 

Professional Experts are eligible to purchase medical insurance through Kaiser.

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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
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Are you currently a retired annuitant?
  • Yes
  • No
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If you are already an employee or student with the Coast Community College District (Coastline College, Golden West College, Orange Coast College, District Office) please provide your employee or student ID number. (Please enter N/A if this question does not apply to you.)
04
Did you retire from Coast Community College District?
  • Yes
  • No
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Did you retire from a CalPERS organization, other than Coast Community College District?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
Coast Community College District
Address
1370 Adams Avenue

Costa Mesa, California, 92626
Phone
714-438-4713
714-438-4714