DESCRIPTION

Starting salary for this position is : $3,700 (Monthly)

Employees starting at the entry step of this range receive salary step advancement after six months and every 12 months thereafter.

If an employee starting at anything higher than the entry step of the range, will have salary step advancement after 12 months and salary step advancement every 12 months thereafter until they reach the top of the salary range.

Each salary step advancement will be approximately a 5% increase in salary.

Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS) District Equity Statement

CCS believes that access to high-quality education in a safe and inclusive environment is the right of all individuals and imperative for the continued advancement of a strong democracy and workforce.

We also believe higher education institutions have an obligation to work toward and demonstrate progress in ensuring equity amongst their students, faculty, and staff.

Equity is grounded in the principle of fairness. In higher education, equity refers to ensuring that each student receives what they need to be successful through the intentional design of the college experience.

Spokane Community College (SCC) is a beautiful campus located in the inland Pacific Northwest, on the ancestral home of the Spokane Tribe, near the Spokane River.

Our campus is not far from the urban center of Spokane, a mid-sized city with a high quality of life and quick access to the outdoors.

See our website for more in Spokane.

SCC is one of two accredited community colleges that comprise the Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS). Serving about 15,000 students, SCC endeavors to be an educational leader and a responsive partner with the community and region, offering access to relevant programs of the highest quality.

We offer state-of-the-art career technical programs (approximately 50% of total enrollment) as well as liberal arts / transfer programs (about 25%) and basic education for adults (about 25%), In addition to serving the urban and suburban population in greater Spokane, CCS provides educational services to rural communities throughout a 12,302 square mile region in Eastern Washington.

This region includes all of Spokane, Stevens, Whitman, Ferry, and Pend Oreille Counties as well as portions of Lincoln County.

SCC’s mission is to provide all students with an excellent education that transforms lives and expands their opportunities.

Please be aware that this recruitment closes at 4 : 00 p.m. PST. The application process will not be available after this time.

To ensure consideration make sure your application is completed and submitted as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted prior to 4 : 00 p.m. on the closing date.

The Community Colleges of Spokane is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Career Service Supervisor in the SCC Counseling Division.

JOB SUMMARY

The Career Services Supervisor reports to the Associate Dean of Student Success and Workforce Transitions and provides career-related services and resources to help students make informed career decisions, conduct successful job searches, and make connections with employers and employment opportunities.

The Career Services Supervisor develops and facilitates projects, events, initiatives, and programming in collaboration with various Student Services and Instructional departments across campus.

This position is expected to combine a broad understanding of career services and development with knowledge of employment trends to assist students in developing meaningful career goals through a Guided Pathways lens.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership

• Provide departmental leadership and personnel management for Career Services. *
• Supervise full and part-time classified and student work-study employees (train, schedule, evaluate, discipline and respond to grievances).

Adhere to classified contracts and all district rules and regulations ensuring efficient operations of Career Services. *

• Inform and educate staff about behavior and performance expectations, provide timely and accurate feedback regarding performance, and ensure performance and behavioral problems are corrected promptly and effectively. *
• Demonstrate multicultural competence (including an awareness and understanding of historically minoritized populations) and maintain an educational and work environment that affirms commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. *

Career Services

• Provide direct services to students via individual and group services, including goal clarification, career exploration, and career assessment. *
• Administer and interpret career inventories individually or in group settings. *
• Use career-related technologies and resources to assist students, including managing online career services resources. *

Program Development

• Plan and conduct workshops, career topic panels, and other educational programming covering pertinent employment topics such as resume writing, interview techniques, job searches, and placement processes. *
• Develop and update online resources and materials. Prepare advertising copy and correspondence for recruitment purposes. *
• Plan and execute career fairs, working with employers, faculty, and students. Plan, coordinate, and host additional campus career events. *
• Maintain professional and productive relationships with employers, business partners, etc. to execute career services programming. *
• Maintain records and data on student / campus participation rates and contribute to departmental reporting. *
• Represent the college as appropriate in professional organizations related to career services.
• Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. *
• Comply with district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreements. *
• Support and advance the CCS strategic plan, and perform other duties as assigned. *
• Indicates this is an essential duty.

This position is designated a bargaining unit position.

COMPETENCIES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

COMPETENCIES

• Manages Complexity : Experience making sense of complex, high-quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Decision Quality : Ability to make good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Action Oriented : Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Plans & Aligns : Plan and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Ensures Accountability : Ability to hold self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Drives Results : Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
• Collaborates : Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Persuades : Experience using compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others.
• Courage : Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
• Instills Trust : Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Self-Development : Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
• Nimble Learning : Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree Or an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets all competency requirements for this position.
• Three years of experience working in career development, career counseling, employer relations, human resources or other related experience.
• Experience working in higher education, preferably at a community college.
• Demonstrated ability using effective listening and speaking skills to recruit, train / guide, supervise / lead and assess individuals, groups and activities, building collaborative relationships and working cooperatively with a wide range of individuals with diverse age, cultural / ethnic, ability and socio-economic backgrounds representing a broad spectrum of academic and multicultural interests.
• Demonstrated ability in planning and implementing events and activities, organizing people : and simultaneously managing multiple projects to meet projected deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, think critically and exercise independent judgment.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office, specifically experience in creating & editing documents, spreadsheets and presentations as well as previous success learning new computer software programs / platforms.
• Proficiency using social media tools such as Facebook, X, LinkedIn, etc. for outreach and communication purposes.
• Demonstrated ability to promote universal design and accessibility. Proficiency in (or ability to learn within 6 month of hire) the production of accessibly content, whether print or electronic.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; experience interpreting and applying complex policies and procedures;

knowledge of basic arithmetic; ability to effectively draw conclusions, analyze data, search for solutions and create systems to successfully manage budgets / resources and projects and effectively evaluate the performance of others.

• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community partners.
• Experience or participation with persons from diverse backgrounds such as sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, socio-economic, physical and learning abilities, and a commitment to an inclusive and equitable working / learning environment.
• Ability to represent the college in a positive and professional manner, while using tact, discretion and courtesy.
• Experience supervising staff / students.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in student personnel, higher education and administration, human resources / development, counseling or other related field.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with campus partners, as well as with community agencies or groups.
• Knowledge of community college processes and procedures.

CONDITIONS / TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

TOTAL COMPENSATION WITH BENEFITS : $61,026 - $78,173.

Total compensation is an estimate based upon adding the following amounts together :

• Base compensation of $44,400 - $59,616, plus
• Current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates, plus
• Median retirement fund contributions.

The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States.

This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B visa.

In addition, the Community Colleges of Spokane maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles.

Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.

Prior to a new hire, 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 in the position.

Once an applicant is chosen for a position, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work is performed in an office environment with frequent interruptions and background noise.
• Work is sedentary.
• Frequent use of computers.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Full time schedule (12 months, 40 hours per week).
• 6 month probationary period.
• This position is overtime eligible.
• Requires local or regional travel.
• Criminal background check is required.
• May be required to work alternate shift.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

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

• CCS online application. *
• Cover letter addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position. *
• Resume. *
• References the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references. *
• College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial / copies of transcripts are acceptable for initial application, official copies must be submitted upon acceptance of job offer.

NOTE : All of the above are required to ensure your consideration for this position. The item(s) marked with an asterisk are required attachments to your application prior to submission .

If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at

Community Colleges of Spokane does not discriminate in its programs, activities and employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, marital status, pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, parental status or families with children, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS / HIV or hepatitis C, honorably discharged veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, use of trained guide dog or service animal by a person with disability, genetic information or any other legally protected category.

Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access and Title IX or ADA to :

Amy McCoy Chief Compliance Officer

Title IX and ADA Coordinator

Community Colleges of Spokane

2917 W. Whistalks Way, MS 3027

Spokane, WA. 99224-5288

Direct all inquiries regarding equal opportunity compliance and / or grievances to :

Greg Stevens Chief Strategy and Administration Officer

Community Colleges of Spokane

P.O. Box 6000, MS1004

Spokane, WA. 99217-6000

Native Land Acknowledgemen

We are honored to acknowledge that the Community Colleges of Spokane, and our main campuses for Spokane Falls and Spokane Community College, are located on the traditional and sacred homelands of the Spokane Tribe.

We also provide services in a region that includes the traditional and sacred homelands of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Kalispel Tribe and Nez Perce Tribe.

We pay our respect to tribal elders both past and present as well as to all Indigenous people today. This land holds their cultural DNA, and we are honored and grateful to be here on their traditional lands.

We give thanks to the legacy of the original people and their descendants and pledge to honor their stewardship and values.

Last updated : 2024-03-25