Career, Transfer, and Internships Program Coordinator (PC)

Kern Community College District•Porterville, CA

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About The Position

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, this position coordinates the maintenance and implementation of an assigned program. The role assists students in achieving educational, vocational, and personal growth goals. Key functions include coordinating program administration, developing and coordinating orientations, seminars, and workshops, and assisting in the coordination of public information and relations programs to familiarize students with college services. The role also involves monitoring student progress, advising and assisting students with enrollment and retention, supporting outside participating agencies, and participating in the educational advising training program.

Requirements

Associate degree and two years of increasingly responsible program planning experience, including experience working with students in an academic environment.
Knowledge of college application and enrollment procedures.
Knowledge of student services available at the college.
Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods and equipment.
Knowledge of uses and applications of computer equipment.
Knowledge of correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Ability to communicate information to individuals and small groups.
Ability to interpret and apply the policies and procedures of the college and assigned program.
Ability to interact with and motivate others.
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the administration of an assigned program; initiate and coordinate activities designed to achieve departmental/program goals.
Develop and coordinate orientations, seminars and workshops designed to familiarize students with educational and career opportunities.
Assist in coordinating a public information and relations program to familiarize students with the services and programs at the college; develop and coordinate community outreach activities.
Monitor student progress and perform follow-up surveys on programs, courses and student success.
Advise and assist students with enrollment procedures; promote student retention through support, encouragement and guidance; participate in coordinating program with outside participating agencies.
Advise and assist students in need with obtaining student services from campus and/or community resources through referral to these offices or agencies; support internship programs as assigned.
Participate in the educational advising training program.
Perform related duties as assigned.