What are the responsibilities and job description for the WORKFORCE SUCCESS SPECIALIST (PART-TIME) position at McLennan Community College?
Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.
****POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED****
Looking For Individuals Who Exemplify Our College Values
The Workforce Success Specialist provides critical administrative and student support to the Workforce Student Success portion of the Perkins grant along with the Workforce Success Coach. This position is evenly split, with approximately 50% of responsibilities focused on administrative support and 50% on direct student support/success coaching. The specialist supports the successful implementation of day-to-day operations. Responsibilities include verifying participant eligibility, processing and tracking awards, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance with grant guidelines. The specialist also provides direct support to students through outreach, referrals, and individualized guidance, helping them stay engaged and on track in their workforce programs. This position receives general direction from the Associate Director of Success Coaching Services and exercises no supervision.
**Employee may not exceed 19.5 hours per week.**
***The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:***
Knowledge of
: 1. Grant administration, compliance, documentation, eligibility criteria, and reporting requirements; 2. Workforce education programs and student support needs; 3. Student Development and retention strategies; 4. Data tracking, reporting, and documentation standards; Basic marketing and outreach practices in education;
Skills in: 5. Grant recordkeeping and documentation; 6. Student case management and coaching support; 7. Eligibility verification and monitoring; 8. Clear communication and interpersonal advising; 9. Organization, time management, and multitasking; 10. Proficient in Microsoft Office, SIS, and tracking systems;
Ability to: 11. Maintain organized, accurate and confidential records; 12. Support student success through proactive interventions; 13. Adapt to changing grant or institutional requirements; 14. Build rapport with diverse student populations; 15. Promote programs through effect outreach and communication; 1 . Work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Working Conditions
Sedentary-Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Minimal Hazard/Exposure-Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort.
Benefits
Part-Time Retirement. Participation in Medicare Part A, but not Social Security (FICA).
Application Process
Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application.**NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise.** MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of a
****POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED****
Looking For Individuals Who Exemplify Our College Values
- Communications:** We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. **Excellence**: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. **Inclusiveness:** We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. **Integrity**: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. **People:** We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.
The Workforce Success Specialist provides critical administrative and student support to the Workforce Student Success portion of the Perkins grant along with the Workforce Success Coach. This position is evenly split, with approximately 50% of responsibilities focused on administrative support and 50% on direct student support/success coaching. The specialist supports the successful implementation of day-to-day operations. Responsibilities include verifying participant eligibility, processing and tracking awards, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance with grant guidelines. The specialist also provides direct support to students through outreach, referrals, and individualized guidance, helping them stay engaged and on track in their workforce programs. This position receives general direction from the Associate Director of Success Coaching Services and exercises no supervision.
**Employee may not exceed 19.5 hours per week.**
- NOTE:** This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.
- Education:** Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
- Experience:** More than one year of work experience in education, student or social services, or closely related field
- Education:** Masters Degree in higher education, student affairs administration, counseling or closely related field from an accredited college or university
- Experience:** More than one year of professional work experience in higher education, student services, academic support, counseling, or closely related field
***The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:***
Knowledge of
: 1. Grant administration, compliance, documentation, eligibility criteria, and reporting requirements; 2. Workforce education programs and student support needs; 3. Student Development and retention strategies; 4. Data tracking, reporting, and documentation standards; Basic marketing and outreach practices in education;
Skills in: 5. Grant recordkeeping and documentation; 6. Student case management and coaching support; 7. Eligibility verification and monitoring; 8. Clear communication and interpersonal advising; 9. Organization, time management, and multitasking; 10. Proficient in Microsoft Office, SIS, and tracking systems;
Ability to: 11. Maintain organized, accurate and confidential records; 12. Support student success through proactive interventions; 13. Adapt to changing grant or institutional requirements; 14. Build rapport with diverse student populations; 15. Promote programs through effect outreach and communication; 1 . Work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Working Conditions
Sedentary-Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Minimal Hazard/Exposure-Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort.
Benefits
Part-Time Retirement. Participation in Medicare Part A, but not Social Security (FICA).
Application Process
Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application.**NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise.** MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of a
