Position Summary

Big Bend Community College invites applications for a part-time Pre-Employment Transition Services Program Coordinator/Trainer. This position will develop, oversee, train, and lead DSHS/DVR transition services (Exploration Clubs and Work Based Learning I & II) to DVR eligible high school students (ages 14 – 21) from 9 school districts in the BBCC Service district.

This position is funded with a two year, renewable contract with DSHS, 50% appointment for 12 months. Total payment for the year would be $14,924.00 paid on quarterly contracts.

BBCC is a small rural community college located in the sunny, central part of Washington State, and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Big Bend Community College serves approximately 4,000 students, with an annualized FTE of approximately 2,000, in a 4,600-square-mile service district including 15 communities in Grant and Adams counties and the Odessa School District in Lincoln County with on-site, online instruction, and interactive classrooms.

Big Bend Community College strives for excellence in teaching and learning. We are a student-centered and innovative college that is committed to fostering a community that supports and recognizes the value of diversity; 42% of our student-body is Hispanic. Recognized as a Leader College by Achieving the Dream, Big Bend is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Our student body consists of 75% first-generation college students and 71% of our students receive some form of financial assistance.

Our college seeks candidates who have a deep commitment to and understanding of the rewards and challenges of working with students. We particularly welcome those who will be active participants in our small but thriving college community.

Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, marital status, pregnancy status or families with children, a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, genetic information, and/or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification.

Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, and/or grievances to the Vice President of Human Resources & Labor/Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator/Section 504 Coordinator, BBCC 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837; 509-793-2010 or via email at kimg@bigbend.edu.

This position is open until filled, with a first review of completed applications on October 21, 2019. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

Essential Job Duties

Essential Job Duties:

1. Strategize, develop and oversee the DVR Transitional Services programs (Exploration Clubs and Work Based Learning I & II), including district and student recruitment, CBIS team participation and collaboration, participant training, tracking, and overseeing DSHS invoicing.
2. Outreach to regional DVR resources and other resource programming to assist in the direct delivery of classroom based Transitional Services to 9 school districts (students ages 14 – 21) in the BBCC Service district.
3. Collaborate with district high school administrations and faculty to strategize on transitional service initiatives.
4. Create and develop curriculum, coordinate presenters, and lead training for students participating in Transitional Services programming. Areas of training could include: Info on BBCC programming, Communication skills, financial literacy, social skills, mobility and travel training, college success skills, FAFSA completion, job seeking skills, job readiness, soft skills training, conflict management, getting along on the job.
5. Oversee, develop and collaborate the Work Based Learning program - an on-campus internship program in partnership between DVR and BBCC. Identify areas of interest for students, collaborate and secure work based learning opportunities – both on campus and off, as needed. Provide on-the-job support for each student participating in this program.
6. Monitor and guide contract compliance including the maintenance of program records, including: participation, instructional contracts, required participant registration and consent, DSHS contract needs, evaluation forms, program invoicing, reporting, and others as needed and/or requested.
7. Research and identify other resources and information in the area of Teen Worker Rules and DVR Initiatives, in order to provide continuous improvement and development in the area of DVR Transitional Services.
8. Travel to area school districts and conferences as needed.
9. Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be requested by the supervisor.

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Equivalent experience my substitute, year for year, for the education requirement.
• Previous experience presenting and teaching to small and large groups of individuals, including the development of presentation materials such as slides and handouts.
• Experience (high level of confidence and ability) of all Microsoft Office products - Excel, PowerPoint, and Word specifically, in a professional setting.
• Must posses a current, unencumbered driver's license.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications or Education or related field from an accredited institution. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the degree.
• Previous teaching and/or training experience - a teaching certificate is desirable.
• Experience providing services to diverse populations.
• Experience working with students from a diverse academic, age, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and reliably. Regular and consistent attendance is expected and required.
• Experience with budgeting, tracking, and monitoring revenue and expenses.
• Bilingual fluency, especially in Spanish.

Application Instructions

This position is open until filled, with a first review of completed applications on October 21, 2019. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

1. BBCC Online application.
2. Cover letter, addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate.*
3. Comprehensive resume or CV.*
4. Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above.*
5. Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees. Official transcripts required upon employment.*

NOTE: All of the above items are required to ensure your consideration for this position. The items marked with an asterisk are required to be included/uploaded with your online application prior to submission. The college reserves the right to remove documents, submitted but not requested, by BBCC as part of the application process. These documents include, but are not limited to statements of teaching philosophy, diversity statement, letters of recommendation, student evaluations, performance evaluations, etc.

BBCC reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion.

Persons hired will need to provide documentation verifying identity and employment authorization to work in the United States.

Official transcripts will need to be provided to the college within the first thirty (30) days of employment.

In compliance with state and federal regulations, BBCC is committed to a safe and drug-free campus. Employees are expected to comply with BBCC's policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety. The complete policy and procedure are available to view on the policies page of the BBCC website. Printed copies of the policy and procedure are available by contacting the Human Resources Office at 509-793-2008.

BBCC strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students, employees, and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent-three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety and Security page of the BBCC website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials please contact Campus Safety and Security at 509-793-2286.

This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified, at any time, without notice.

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