SPARC Community & Student Resources Coordinator

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SPARC Community & Student Resources Coordinator

Salary

$53,000.00 - $58,300.00 Annually

Location

Denver County, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

GJD-414890 6/23

Department

Community College of Denver

Opening Date

06/09/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

Community College of Denver 1111 West Colfax Avenue Denver, CO 80217

Type of Announcement

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.

Department Contact Information

Kissa Saidou She/Her/Hers HR Recruiter and Retention Professional Community College of Denver P: 303-352-6200 F: 303-556-6557

• Description

• Benefits

Department Information

THIS IS A NON-CLASSIFIED POSITION

GJD-414890 6/23: SPARC

Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment. CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors and staff of diverse backgrounds.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The SPARC Community & Student Resources Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the delivery of on and off campus resources necessary to meet the basic human needs of students at Community College of Denver. This position has the responsibility to expand the existing primary community and student resources functions within the Student Programming, Activities & Resource Center to Lowry & AMC students as they relate to resource service coordination. Reporting to the Associate Dean, SPARC, the Community & Student Resources Coordinator will create and facilitate culturally responsive programming and services for our diverse student population, with the overall goals of advancing equity, deepening student resilience with the goal of broadening academic access and success;, The position requires strong partnership with the CCD Care and Counseling Teams and other departments and programs within the college to support the college’s mission and strategic initiatives.

This position is not a licensed mental health professional and does not provide licensed counseling, though counseling skills are useful in working with students in need of human services support. All appropriate reporting channels need to be utilized in relation to Care Team, Conduct, Title IX and Clery depending on the situation.

Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.

If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program.

CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.

CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

For a complete review of the benefits we offer, please click on the following link:

https://www.cccs.edu/employee-resources/employee-benefits/.

Description of Job

PRIMARY DUTIES

Student Support

Act as point-of-contact for students who need on and off campus resources to support their academic success, retention, and completion. Provide students with holistic case management and referrals to various resources on and off campus for personal, academic and financial wellness.

Administer the emergency aid program,

Assist with the implementation and administration of the Single Stop benefits screening program.

Assist with the development and oversite of grants specific to SPARC Human Services. Facilitate and expand primary element of the program: Food pantry, childcare and housing scholarships, student intake appointments, outreach & educational programming.

Provide outreach to all students, including students on the Lowry & AMC campuses. Identify needed human service resources for the respective campuses and expand resources.

Supervising and Training

Supervision, training, coaching and evaluation of grant funded employees, hourly employees and work study students who work in CCD SPARC. Organize, facilitate, and evaluate faculty and staff trainings around recognizing and supporting students in crisis and responding to difficult students and situations.

Networking and Professional Development

Network with community-based service organizations to stay up to date on resources that will benefit student needs and inform a referral system. Research the personal, academic and financial wellness interests and needs of prospective, new and continuing students. Responsible for ensuring the college community is aware of resources both on-and-off-campus and provide referrals, such as but not limited to speaking at various departmental meetings and campus events

Written Communication, Records, and Assessment

Provide outreach using student engagement technology.

Design appropriate forms, signage, web/social media and written material including sign-in sheets, directions, etc. for resources, programs and services.

Keep accurate records of student contacts, needs and outcomes connected with institutional persistence goals.

Develop and implement metrics to assess goals and outcomes for all programs within the center.

Budget Management

Budget management and oversight for food pantry, housing stipend, and childcare stipend. Totaling approximately $70,000.

Community Engagement

Coordinate a metro-Denver human services organization Resource Fair for Community College of Denver students.

Assist with the planning of and participate in campus wide outreach programming, such as the Annual Auraria Hunger and Homelessness Awareness event.

Other Duties as Assigned

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Education: (required/minimum)

Bachelor’s degree in counseling, human services, social work, psychology, or related experience in lieu of the bachelor’s degree

Experience: (required/minimum)

Three (3) years of experience in counseling, human services, social work, psychology or related experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Excellent organizational ability to manage multiple projects and to work independently and in a team.

• MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook.

• Demonstrated experience and success working with underrepresented student populations including students of color, first generation and low-income students.

• Case Management experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: (preferred)

Master’s degree. Years of related professional experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

Experience: (preferred)

Five (5) years of experience in higher education or related field.

Three (3) years of direct supervisory experience with two or more staff members.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: (preferred)

• Bilingual (Spanish/English).

• Internet Native Banner and Self-Service Banner student systems, Maxient, EAB Navigate, and Single Stop

• Social Media marketing experience.

• Experience working with and/or proficiency in culture/language of at least one underrepresented group.

• Working knowledge of Denver Metro area and/or Colorado resources

• Experience educating/ promoting resources.

• Experience in community engagement, including formulating, training, and presenting information on services & resources.

Equipment Used:Personal computer, fax, phone, copier, cell phone, popcorn machine.

Other Considerations: Potential evening and weekend hours. Capability of standing for long periods and handling logistics of large events.

Licensure/Certification: N/A

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS

Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application packet submitted by candidate. Completed application packet includes: a letter of interest of no more than five pages, addressing in general the items under "Primary Duties" and specifically each item under “Minimum Qualifications”; an online application; resume; and transcripts. All candidates, including current Community College of Denver

employees must submit a complete application packet which includes all material listed above.

Only completed application packets will move forward for screening. Please review the job duties and minimum requirements carefully. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview. Selected applicants will be invited by the screening committee for interviews. All application materials become the property of Community College of Denver and cannot be copied.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccdwhich includes:

• Electronic Application, Click ‘New Resume’ at the bottom of this page

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references

• Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred

• Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable

**All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts

*Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.

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