Big Bend Community College (BBCC), a rural college serving vibrant, culturally rich communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington invites applications for a Career Services and Workforce Development Coordinator. This position is responsible to develop and facilitate the delivery of career services for BBCC students which includes the development of content and training plans for a variety of career topics, plan and oversee job fairs and career events, and coordinate with area employers to establish student work-based learning opportunities.

This full-time, admin/exempt position is part of the Workforce Education (WFE) department and reports to the Dean of Workforce Education.

BBCC’s organizational strength is captured in our small but mighty spirit. A small college taking on BIG things to enact BIG change to lift our students and employees. We are dedicated to extending postsecondary access to all our service district members and providing an environment for all to grow personally and professionally, steered by our mission and vision.

Vision: To become our communities’ first choice to dream, learn, and succeed.

Mission

Serve as a Bridge

Stand as a Leader

Support for Success

Our guiding principles are a call to action, establishing a standard for how we interact with each other, present BBCC in the community, serve students AND act upon areas of inequity.

Guiding Principles

Honor our Role as a Hispanic-Serving Institution

Advocate for Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity

Embrace our Workplace Norms 

Innovate Proactively

Model Integrity

Educate All

If you share these values, we encourage you to come be a part of the movement happening at Big Bend Community College.

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by April 25, 2024. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Provide academic, and career advising to students.
• Oversee BBCC’s participation in planning and implementation of job fairs and other career events, such as industry spotlights.
• Maintain and support industry contacts and relationships.
• Develop and facilitate the delivery of comprehensive career services for all BBCC students
• Develop content, training plans, monthly/annual schedules, workshops, and other activities for a variety of career and soft skills topics. 
• Provide support in developing advisory committee membership
• Connect faculty/students with and support coordination with industry/employers for tours, classroom visits, speakers, internships, and other work-based learning (WBL) opportunities.
• Assist the Dean of Workforce Education with the development, implementation, assessment, and reporting of Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA) strategies
• Actively participate in community activities and committee work that promotes the goals of Workforce Education for the state and the institution.
• Supervise and evaluate student workers and volunteers
• Support the Dean of Workforce Education with other activities as assigned

OTHER WORK RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations.
• Ensures no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies. This includes, but is not limited to: security and safety, understanding of MSDS, equipment, infection control, fire, disaster, safe lifting and body mechanics. 
• Ensures compliance with college policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Conduct self in a professional manner and ensures the interaction with team members and other support groups is conducted in a courteous and efficient manner conducive to the college’s values.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as may be required.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION REQUIRE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN, AND ABILITY TO:

• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing, including the ability to engage in one-on-one and in public forum conversations with students, parents, and the public.
• Use technology, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, to accomplish daily work.
• Work independently and reliably. Some hours outside of regular business hours may be required.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Think critically, problem solve, prioritize, ensure accuracy, and utilize sound judgment to make independent decisions in a variety of situations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

At time of application, all candidates must possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and professional work experience as determined by the college.
• Previous work experience assisting job seekers with honing job search skills, identifying and working toward career goals, finding suitable careers, boosting networking skills, and getting referrals to employers.
• Working knowledge of office technology including Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Zoom and other online communication tools.
• A valid, unrestricted driver’s license from Washington or another state.
• Current valid automobile insurance.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience providing services to students in a college setting.
• Minimum five years of experience demonstrating ability to implement projects in complex systems.
• Knowledge of and experience applying government/organizational policies and regulations.

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by April 25, 2024. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

1. BBCC Online application.
2. Cover letter, addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate.*
3. Comprehensive resume or CV.*
4. Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above.* Supplemental questions are designed to address the Additional Desirable qualifications list in the job posting. 
5. Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees. Official transcripts required upon employment.*

NOTE: You must complete the online application in full and respond to the required supplemental questions. Failure to provide this information or responses of "See Resume" may eliminate you from consideration for this position. The college reserves the right to remove documents, submitted but not requested, by BBCC as part of the application process. These documents include, but are not limited to statements of teaching philosophy, diversity statement, letters of recommendation, student evaluations, performance evaluations, etc. 

BBCC reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion.

This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified, at any time, without notice.

If you have difficulty logging into your account, attaching documents, submitting your application, etc., please contact NEOGOV Customer Service at 1-855-524-5627.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete the questions.

Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform the position.

An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of Big Bend Community College to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Official transcripts must be provided to the college upon hire. 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, and/or grievances to the Vice President of Human Resources & Labor/Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator/Section 504 Coordinator, BBCC 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837; 509-793-2026 or via email at hroffice@bigbend.edu.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL-FREE CAMPUS:

In compliance with state and federal regulations, BBCC is committed to a safe and drug and alcohol-free campus. Employees are expected to comply with BBCC’s policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety. The complete policy and procedure are available to view on the policies page of the BBCC website. Printed copies of the policy and procedure are available by contacting the Human Resources Office at 509-793-2008.

BBCC ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT:

BBCC strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students, employees, and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent-three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety and Security page of the BBCC website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials please contact Campus Safety and Security at 509-793-2286.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: 

Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, marital status, pregnancy status or families with children, a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, genetic information, and/or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification.