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Learning Center Specialist (STH) Short-term Hourly

Employer
Antelope Valley College
Location
3041 W. Avenue K, Lancaster, CA, CA
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Community College

Job Details

DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Dean of Rhetoric & Literacy, performs a wide variety of duties in the Learning Center; assists students, faculty and staff with equipment, materials, services and facilities; performs a variety of duties related to front desk, check-in services and technology; trains and provides work direction to student workers; performs other related responsibilities as may be assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

E = indicates essential duties of the position

Assists students, faculty and staff at the front desk; assists in receiving and directing phone calls and visitors; reports phone, computer, and facility problems; provides information and directs inquiries and visitors to the proper person or service; provides technical information concerning policies, procedures, rules, regulations and activities (E) Recruits, interviews and screens new student workers; trains student workers on computer software applications; maintains records of student work hours, payroll and related personnel files; evaluates student workers’ performance; schedules training. (E)Plans, schedules and performs technical clerical duties related to assigned function such as compiling information from a variety of sources and preparing reports, flyers and forms as required by the Learning Center or District; communicates with other offices or departments to provide or obtain a wide variety of information; provides cover for front desk or department counter as assigned providing information and assistance to students, potential students, and the general public regarding program services and requirements. (E)Operates a variety of equipment related to the Learning Center, including computers and software applications, computer check-in /out system, website, printers, calculators, copiers, audio-visual equipment, and other equipment as required. (E)Assists with Learning Center operations; maintains Learning Center in a clean, safe and orderly condition; provides direction to student assistants as assigned. (E)Serves as a liaison to campus community groups and organizations.Assists in office record keeping and filing activities.Opens and prepares Learning Center for daily use; checks printers and photocopiers to assure proper stock and operation. Coordinates schedules and room reservations in the Learning Center; assists in communicating to others regarding meetings, appointments, orientations, activities or announcements; schedules meetings, conferences, and interviews for supervisors and others; assembles, types and duplicates required background materials. (E)Establishes and maintains confidentiality of a variety of sensitive materials and information.(E) Maintains inventory and orders, receives and stores supplies, equipment and materials as needed. Maintains Learning Center materials in assigned locations. (E)Assists Tutorial Specialists as needed.Other duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and two years of experience closely related to the duties and responsibilities of the class.

OTHER INFORMATION

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Telephone techniques and etiquette.

Methods and techniques in working with college students and groups.

Principles of training and providing work direction.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Operation of office machines including computer equipment and applicable software.


ABILITY TO:

Direct a team of student workers.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Deal tactfully and effectively with students, faculty, and staff.

Work independently with little supervision and meet deadlines

Plan and organize work; maintain records and prepare reports.

Maintain confidentiality in all matters as appropriate.

Work a flexible schedule involving evening, weekend and holiday hours.

Operate a variety of equipment including computer terminal, calculator, copier, and printer.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.


WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Trains and provides work directions to student and hourly workers.

No permanent full-time staff to supervise.


PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Requires the ability to exert some physical effort, such as walking, standing and light lifting of 25lbs or less, bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to retrieve and maintain files.

Dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs and body in the operation of office equipment.

Tasks require extended periods of time at a keyboard.


WORKING CONDITIONS:

Normal office environment.

APPLICATION PROCESS - PLEASE READ

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the requested documents submitted through NEOGOV by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position.


Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply for. It is important the applicants submit ALL documents requested for the application package to be deemed complete and given consideration.
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:

ApplicationCurrent resumeLetter of Intent (Cover Letter)Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.


VISA

Please be advised that AVC:

  • Does not sponsor employment visas,

  • Does not participate in E-Verify, and

  • Does not complete documentation related to STEM OPT or other F-1 visa programs.


ACCOMMODATIONS

If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the People, Culture and Talent (Human Resources) department at (661) 722-6311.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.

AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District.

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Annual Security Report is provided by Antelope Valley College for prospective students and employees. A copy of this report is available at http://www.avc.edu/administration/police/



Organization

Antelope Valley College is a comprehensive community college in the California Community College System dedicated to providing services to a broad range of students with a variety of educational goals. Antelope Valley College is dedicated to providing educational programs and services as expressed in the California Master Plan for Higher Education. The College is committed to equal educational opportunity and reinforces that commitment through a program of active affirmation of diversity.

Antelope Valley College is dedicated to meeting the dynamic needs of a changing community. The College addresses the educational needs of a diverse and evolving population. The College recognizes that it is uniquely capable of responding to the requirements of regional business, industry, and public service, as well as the social and cultural needs of the Antelope Valley.
Antelope Valley College affirms the rights of the individual and respects human dignity. The programs and activities of the College foster the individual's ability to think clearly, critically, and independently to meet the demands of an increasingly complex society. The student is the primary concern of the College. The curriculum, activities, and services of the College help students understand their physical, cultural, ethnic, and social environment. The preservation of academic freedom provides a college environment in which students and faculty can examine ideas freely.

This philosophy is reflected in the curriculum, the student-faculty relation-ships, the services and resources, and the policies of the College.

Antelope Valley College, a public institution of higher education, provides a quality,comprehensive education to a diverse population of learners. We are committed to student success offering value and opportunity, in service to our community.

We offer:

Associate Degree Programs

Associate degree programs comprised of general education courses, proficiency requirements, designated courses in a specific major or area of emphasis. Associate degrees provide students with “the ability to think and to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; to use mathematics; to understand the modes of inquiry of the major disciplines; to be aware of other cultures and times; to achieve insights gained through experience in thinking about ethical problems; and to develop the capacity for self-understanding.”

Career Technical Programs

Certificate and degree programs comprised of “essential career technical instruction” in a variety of business, technical, and occupational courses designed to enhance students’ knowledge and skills leading to employment, career advancement, certification, and state or federal licensure. We award both Chancellor’s Office approved Certificates of Achievement and locally approved Certificates of Proficiency.

Transfer/General Education Courses

Transfer/general education courses in communication and critical thinking, the physical and biological sciences, arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and technical education. Completion of these courses allows students to fulfill degree requirements or enroll in upper division courses and programs at accredited four-year institutions through our articulation agreements.

Basic Skills Courses

Basic skills courses in reading, writing, mathematics, English as a Second Language, and learning and study skills. These courses offer students essential foundation skills that are necessary for success in college-level degree applicable courses.

Student Support and Instructional Support

A variety of services in academic, career, and personal counseling, in library instruction and course support, in learning assistance. These services support the needs of students in pursuing and achieving their educational goals.

Workforce Preparation and Economic Development

Workforce programs, job preparation courses (non-degree applicable) and a variety of services that contribute to the educational and economic well being of the community.

Personal Enrichment and Professional Development

Community service offerings, non-credit, not-for-credit classes and services that develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for students to be effective members of the community. These classes enhance the community’s social, cultural, and economic well being. Non-credit course offerings may lead to a Certificate of Completion and/or Certificate of Competency.

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