COCC Education Ambassador (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)

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Position Information

Position Title COCC Education Ambassador (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)

Classification Title Temporary PT Hourly

Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit $$20/hr

Close Date

Position Type/Employee Class Temporary PT Hourly

Instructor Status Not applicable

Overtime Eligible Non-Exempt

FLSA Status

Campus Location Bend

Primary Purpose

To promote the ECE /ED Pathway at COCC to high school students in Central Oregon -with a specific focus on supporting Latinx students.

Essenatial Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote the ECE /ED pathway to high school students throughout Central Oregon – answering questions, sharing inspiration, connecting Latinx students with resources needed.

• Plan a spring Pathways Event for students and families – including one session in Spanish.

• Work with ECE /ED faculty to create video and promo materials for incoming high school students who choose to transfer to COCC and enter the ECE /ED pathway.

• Support ECE /ED faculty and staff by attending events such as the Future Educators Fair, Early Learning Conference, and a STEM Family Night.

  Department Specific

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and faculty from diverse backgrounds.

• Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter.

• Looking for students who can speak Spanish fluently.

• Strong organizational skills.

  Ergonomic Requirements

Work is performed during regular working hours. Ambassadors must give campus tours across campus, climbing stairs and walking for extended periods of time. Extended standing with occasional lifting between 10-25 lbs. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, and requires near visual acuity to write, read written materials and computer screens, and sufficient hearing and speech ability for ordinary telephonic conversations. Must be able to climb or pull self upward and guide, feeding materials into proper position. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED

• Currently enrolled in the Education/Early Childhood Education ( ECE ) class(es) or is an alumni of the Education/Early Childhood Education {ECE) program

• Ability to independently travel to Bend Senior High School and other high schools in Central Oregon

  Equivalency Statement

The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bi-lingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

  EEO Statement

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.