What are the responsibilities and job description for the Education Placement Service Coordinator III position at Elgin Community College?
About ECC
Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.
Work Schedule
20-25 hours per week
Rate Of Pay/Benefits
This is a Part-Time Support Staff position at grade 14, with an hourly pay rate of $26.41 to $35.21. The offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.
Benefits
Non-exempt
Grant Funded
No
Job Summary
An employee in this classification coordinates the student clinical observation program within public school settings. This role is crucial in ensuring that the program aligns with curriculum standards and supports students in their transition to four-year institutions.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Bachelors' degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university
Professional Educator License (PEL)
Three to five years of K-12 teaching experience
College level administrative or teaching experience
Knowledge of credential requirements of four-year university teaching programs and teaching standards of Illinois
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office software
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Experience in a multilingual community and/or ESL/bilingual teaching endorsement preferred.
Essential Duties
Job-related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.
Visual Acuity
Position requires close visual acuity to perform activities (i.e. preparing/analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer monitor; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines; using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes).
Work Environment
Moderate Noise
Environmental Conditions
Typical office or administrative conditions. (i.e. not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions).
Current SSECCA Union Member Information
The initial posting date for this position is 12/16/2025. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 12/23/2025 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.
In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.
Work Schedule
20-25 hours per week
Rate Of Pay/Benefits
This is a Part-Time Support Staff position at grade 14, with an hourly pay rate of $26.41 to $35.21. The offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.
Benefits
- Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
- Paid Time Off
- Professional Development/Expense
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Non-exempt
Grant Funded
No
Job Summary
An employee in this classification coordinates the student clinical observation program within public school settings. This role is crucial in ensuring that the program aligns with curriculum standards and supports students in their transition to four-year institutions.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Bachelors' degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university
Professional Educator License (PEL)
Three to five years of K-12 teaching experience
College level administrative or teaching experience
Knowledge of credential requirements of four-year university teaching programs and teaching standards of Illinois
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office software
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Experience in a multilingual community and/or ESL/bilingual teaching endorsement preferred.
Essential Duties
- Arrange student observation placements with local school administrators.
- Provide classroom presentations to ECC students detailing student observation process.
- Communicate with course instructors regarding students’ performance.
- Collect and maintain observation reports for students’ credential records.
- Counsel students regarding observations.
- Write verification letters for student applications to four year university programs.
- Assist in updating student requirements and observation process through annual meetings with school administration officers.
- Evaluate education placement service survey.
- Write annual program evaluation report.
Job-related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.
Visual Acuity
Position requires close visual acuity to perform activities (i.e. preparing/analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer monitor; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines; using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes).
Work Environment
Moderate Noise
Environmental Conditions
Typical office or administrative conditions. (i.e. not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions).
Current SSECCA Union Member Information
The initial posting date for this position is 12/16/2025. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 12/23/2025 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.
In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Salary : $26 - $35