About SUNY Schenectady County Community College:

SUNY Schenectady County Community College (SUNY Schenectady) is one of the State University of New York's finest two-year colleges located in upstate New York's vibrant and growing Capital Region, with easy access to Boston, NYC, the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains, Montreal and scenic Hudson Valley, all of which are just a few hours away. SUNY Schenectady is a premier college that provides quality, comprehensive education for transfer, career, training and workforce development to a diverse population in a student centered environment. The College offers more than 50 transfer and career programs in science, aviation, culinary, music, and liberal arts, and serves more than 5,000 students. SUNY Schenectady County Community College offers an excellent benefit package including health care with dental and vision coverage, a choice of retirement systems, a deferred compensation benefit, an on-site child care program and Montessori School, professional development opportunities, and health club membership. We take pride in being an urban campus with a small town feel.

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Director of Liberty Partnership Program, the Program Assistant is responsible for assisting with program development, student recruitment, student workforce development planning, enrichment activities planning, and collection of relevant student data. They will carry a case-load of students and be responsible for completion of social-emotional assessments and Personal Learning Plans. This position is a professional (unrepresented) full-time, grant funded, contracted position.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a physically, mentally and emotionally safe place for all LPP students.
• Plan activities for students attending the program according to grant outcomes.
• Assist with the planning and development, recruitment, and workforce development efforts.
• Recruit students from various partnering schools.
• Work with students in completing Personal Learning Plans and Social-Emotional Assessments.
• Follow and uphold the student code of conduct.
• Assist with Home Visits.
• Hold students accountable for their actions.
• Communicate with parents when necessary.
• Track and submit monthly attendance and service records.
• Assist with summer programming.
• Attend and chaperone LPP field trips.
• Attend regular staff meetings.
• Some weekends and evenings may be required.

Requirements:

• Associate's degree in Human Services or similar field.
• Experience working with at-promise youth in a school or afterschool setting.
• Ability to travel to all partner schools, SUNY Schenectady and partnering agencies throughout the Schenectady area.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trauma-informed training and or experience preferred.
• Capable of facilitation/leading activities and lessons.

Qualifications & Skills

• Basic computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google tools (i.e. Google Docs, Google Meet and Google Sheets).
• Critical thinking skills and sound decision making.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to change.

Additional Information:

Offers of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of a background check.

NONDISCRIMINATION
SUNY Schenectady County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender or gender identify, disability, or age in admissions, employment, programs and activities. As an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer with a commitment to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference, SCCC encourages candidates who can contribute to this goal to apply.

CAMPUS SAFETY REPORT
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the College's crime statistics for the past three years; and the availability regarding the College's current campus security policies. SUNY Schenectady County Community College's Annual Security Report is available here.

SUNY Schenectady is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered for this position:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Completed SUNY Schenectady employment application
• Transcripts
• References
• Diversity Statement: A separate statement specifically addressing how your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion has been evidenced in your career experience and professional activity, and/or community service (volunteer work, etc.), and/or professional development.