What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orientation Specialist- Adult Literacy Services position at Hagerstown Community College?
Brief Description
SUMMARY STATEMENT
This position assists the Intake Assessment and Transition Specialist by conducting testing, intake and registration for new and returning students in the Adult Literacy Services program, as well as assisting with other duties relating to student enrollment.
Please note, this is a temporary, grant-funded, part-time position. Hours per week will vary based on program needs.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree required; bilingual ability (specifically Spanish) strongly preferred; Adult Education teaching or testing experience strongly preferred; and counseling experience preferred. Previous experience administering standardized tests and experience delivering professional development/training preferred.
Skills And Abilities
Excellent interpersonal and verbal skills; strong analytical skills and knowledge of assessment and connection with student learning outcomes based on research in adult learning and development; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with instructional staff, students, and others of diverse backgrounds; proficiency in computer applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to work independently and accurately under pressure, and to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures; knowledge of all Literacy, Adult and Community Education System (LACES) software and local program’s intake and update forms is helpful.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Normal office environment. Some evening and weekend duties required.
Summary
APPLICATION DEADLINE
This position is considered open until filled. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled and considered closed.
The College seeks to hire the best qualified candidate for each position. To support this philosophy and objective, the Human Resource Department provides a process to allow for a comprehensive search of candidates, inclusive of internal and external applicants.
SUMMARY STATEMENT
This position assists the Intake Assessment and Transition Specialist by conducting testing, intake and registration for new and returning students in the Adult Literacy Services program, as well as assisting with other duties relating to student enrollment.
Please note, this is a temporary, grant-funded, part-time position. Hours per week will vary based on program needs.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
- The Orientation Specialist reports directly to and is responsible to the Director of Developmental Education and Adult Literacy Services.
- The position provides no supervision.
- The Orientation Specialist coordinates most closely with the Intake Assessment and Transition Specialist, Management Information Specialist, and Instructional Specialist; Office Associates of Adult Education and Developmental Education and Adult Literacy Services, Academic Testing Center staff, Continuing Education staff, Adult Education instructional staff, and student workers.
- Local Program Duties:
- Work as a team member with the Program Director, IATS, ELLTS, IS, MIS, and AOA II.
- Assist in conducting orientation, intake, and assessment sessions for Adult Literacy Services students.
- Manage creation of assessment sessions using online testing tools and administer and proctor assessments including pretests and posttests.
- Assist in coordinating procedures for assessment and placement of learners in appropriate level classes at appropriate educational function levels.
- Communicate with learners and instructors regarding placement and progress.
- Work directly with IATS to ensure program standards are met regarding orientation, intake and assessments.
- Work as a liaison between the Academic Testing Center and Adult Literacy Services when scheduling assessment dates and times; manage technical issues surrounding testing.
- Perform other duties as assigned based upon program demographics, enrollment trends, and the needs of special student populations
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree required; bilingual ability (specifically Spanish) strongly preferred; Adult Education teaching or testing experience strongly preferred; and counseling experience preferred. Previous experience administering standardized tests and experience delivering professional development/training preferred.
Skills And Abilities
Excellent interpersonal and verbal skills; strong analytical skills and knowledge of assessment and connection with student learning outcomes based on research in adult learning and development; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with instructional staff, students, and others of diverse backgrounds; proficiency in computer applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to work independently and accurately under pressure, and to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures; knowledge of all Literacy, Adult and Community Education System (LACES) software and local program’s intake and update forms is helpful.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Normal office environment. Some evening and weekend duties required.
Summary
APPLICATION DEADLINE
This position is considered open until filled. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled and considered closed.
The College seeks to hire the best qualified candidate for each position. To support this philosophy and objective, the Human Resource Department provides a process to allow for a comprehensive search of candidates, inclusive of internal and external applicants.