Student Success Support Program Specialist - Full Time

THIS POSITION IS CATEGORICALLY FUNDED - POSITION CONTINGENT UPON CONTINUED FUNDING AND BOARD APPROVAL

BASIC FUNCTION :
Under the direction of the area administrator, Student Success Support Program ( SSSP ) Specialist is responsible for assisting in support related programs, components and activities; assists in the planning, coordination, implementation and delivery of support programs and services associated with the college plans, including the college Student Success and Support Program ( SSSP ) plan; assists in planning and coordinating of SSSP MIS reporting, follow-up and retention activities for at-risk students including those on probation and dismissal. Essential Duties Summary REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Performs support functions for student success and support programs; prepares reports and other documents.
• Interprets and implements District/College policies and procedures related to student success and equity and student services programs, including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 ( FERPA ).
• Provide technical assistance with the Early Alert Program.
• Monitors retention programs and referral services and coordinates follow up services for students.
• Coordinates and provides student success trainings; may organize and participate in outreach efforts.
• Maintains College Student Success and Equity databases; analyzes and produces detailed reports; assists in MIS data reporting.
• Monitor budgets and perform purchasing functions.
• Assists in the development of web pages and online programs for SSSP Core services.
• Works closely with students, staff, faculty, and the public to implement goals and objectives of assigned areas/programs; resolves issues and recommends solutions related to student success.
• May assist with program planning, including serving as a liaison to advisory committees or other outside agencies.
• Provides support for assigned college SSSP Plan activities, which may include required steps for priority enrollment, follow up and retention services, and serving on college committees related to student success.
• Assists in conducting program review and strategic planning for the SSSP programs.
• Participates in recommending and monitoring systems to provide and track support services to new students.
• Provide student support related services training, including but not limited to follow-up and retention data collection processes.
• Attends college, district, and departmental meetings in an effort to assist in ensuring coordination of support services, and follow-up activities.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with and implementation of student services related regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains educational planning regulatory database in order to assist counseling and student services faculty and staff.
• Assist in gathering and maintaining data and statistical information in an effort to ensure appropriate services are provided to students in compliance with district and state regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Serves as college liaison with District Educational Services to update College Educational Requirements, CSU General Education Breadth and I.G.E.T.C. submissions.
• Serves as liaison to CSU for ADT (SB 1440), or other CSU approved statewide transfer program communication.
• Develop and implement SSSP electronic communication campaign & intervention notifications to target SSSP students.
• Prepares announcements, newsletters, and other forms of communication regarding SSSP related events, activities, programs and initiatives for dissemination to college personnel and students.
• Communicates with and advises students to move them through the Steps to Success and core services of SSSP plan.
• May develop, coordinate and conduct transition workshops and activities for entering students coming directly from high school.
• Performs related duties as required.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Federal, State and Community College rules and regulations governing Student Success initiatives.
• Electronic data processing systems for reporting purposes.
• PowerPoint to develop retention reports and presentations.
• Customer service delivery methods.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

ABILITY TO:

• Operate a computer and related software to process academic standing, student retention and completion rates.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Use interpersonal techniques associated with tact, patience and courtesy
• Train and provide work direction to others.
• Work independently with little direction
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to assignment
• Plan, organize, and prioritize work
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Prepare and deliver oral and written presentations
• Develop and maintain communication tools and resources, including print and social media.
• Work with Student Services staff, faculty and administration
• Work days, evenings and weekends as required
• Access and use data in student database
• Work confidentially with discretion

Required Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
Any combination equivalent to: a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and two years of experience in student services on a college campus or in a community agency that provides comparable services to students, or diverse community members.

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS : Include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Click HERE for a list of acceptable agencies providing foreign transcript services. Desired/Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands ENVIRONMENT :Typical office environmentSubject to constant interruptions

PHYSICAL ABILITIES : Communicating to exchange informationReading various materialsDexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboardSitting for extended periods of timeBending at the waist, kneeling or crouchingDrive to required sitesReaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.Lifting moderately heavy objects. Range/Step Range 32, CSEA Salary Schedule Salary Range $25.50 - $35.95/Per Hour (Steps 1 -11) Placement will be based on both the candidate's years of experience and educational qualifications. Benefits Information Additional Resources:

• Additional Resources:
  Click here: About The Yuba Community College DistrictClick here: Classified Benefits OverviewClick here: Classified Benefit Summary and RatesClick here: Classified Salary ScheduleClick here: Telework Program
• 1.0 FTE is considered a Full Time Employee
• Public Employee’s Retirement System ( PERS ): Employee contribution of 8% if PERs Member after year of 2013. If PERs Member before 2013, the employee contribution is 7.5%.
• 20 paid holidays (including extended time off during the winter break).
• 11 days accrued paid vacation days per year (vacation accrual increases over time).
• Accumulate 12 sick days a year.

EEO Statement EEO Statement | Equal Employment Opportunity
The Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Yuba Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.

The Yuba Community College District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.

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