Transfer and Career Centers Specialist

College of the Desert•Palm Desert, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

College of the Desert is seeking individuals from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. As such, we prioritize individuals who fully demonstrate their understanding of the community we serve, the benefits of diversity in a professional and educational setting, and values creating a culture that brings people together. A successful candidate will value working in a collegial, collaborative environment that is guided by a commitment to inclusion, student education, and equity. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to: Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as faculty, staff and leadership for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices; Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility; Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference; Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives. BASIC FUNCTION Under the direction of the Dean, Student Support Programs and Counseling Services, perform duties necessary to assist students in using the Transfer and Career Centers effectively and efficiently.

Requirements

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by two years of office clerical experience.
Knowledge of: Modern office practices, procedures and equipment including a computer and applicable software including word processing, spreadsheets and email; record-keeping techniques; operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques; oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Ability to: Perform clerical and public contact work in support of the Transfer and Career Centers; operate office machines including a computer and applicable software including word processing, spreadsheets and email; communicate effectively both orally and in writing to exchange information in person and on the telephone; maintain records and prepare reports; understand and work within established policies, guidelines and regulations; communicate information to staff, students and public; prioritize and schedule work; meet schedules and timelines; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; maintain confidentiality of student information; work confidentially with discretion; sit or stand for extended periods of time; bend at the waist, kneel or crouch.

Responsibilities

Orient students to the Transfer and Career Centers and provide information on available resources.
Provide direct assistance to students in utilizing the various resources available in the Transfer and Career Centers including automated systems.
Advise students on the best resource for their particular search.
Catalog, process and prepare for use a variety of transfer and career materials.
Answer questions from staff, students and the public regarding the Transfer and Career Centers.
Prepare and disseminate information regarding the Transfer and Career Centers; advertise career workshops.
Make appointments for the Transfer and Career Counselors; assist Transfer and Career Counselors with workshop materials; assist in administering diagnostic materials.
Perform clerical and public contact work in support of the Transfer and Career Centers. Operate a variety of office machines including a computer and related software, copier, typewriter, and calculator.
Receive and keep records of any monies collected for Transfer and Career Centers events.
Maintain a variety of records and prepare reports indicated Centers usage and other data; input and maintain student files.
Research and compile data and prepare special reports as requested.
Assist in orientations to students, high school groups, community organizations and the general public.
Perform related duties as assigned.