• Job Description

  Req#: 165837

  About Springfield Technical Community College :
  

  Located on 35 acres of the Springfield Armory National Historic Site and founded in 1967, Springfield Technical Community College is a major resource for the economic vitality of Western Massachusetts. As the only technical community college in Massachusetts, STCC offers a variety of career programs unequalled in the state. Digital Multimedia, IT Security, Nursing, Robotics, Sonography, Mechanical Engineering Technology (Advance Manufacturing) and dozens of other career programs produce potential employees each year. STCC's highly-regarded transfer programs in Business, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Science and Technology continue to provide the most economical option for students pursuing a four-year degree. With an annual enrollment of over 6,500, evening, weekend and online students, STCC is a vibrant campus rich in diversity and justifiably proud of our designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution. Respect, is one of the Core Values of the College and we strive to nurture mutual respect among faculty, staff and students. With respect, we embrace differences to create an inclusive environment for all . Together, we support students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed and socially responsible graduates.

  
  Job Description:
  

  The Division of Workforce Development at STCC seeks a collaborative and community-focused professional committed to lifelong learning, continuous improvement, removing barriers to academic success, and supporting the enrollment, persistence, completion, and transition of all students. The Advisor contributes to our diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals and supports all Workforce Development students (prospective, current alumni) across programs and funding sources. The Education and Career Advisor works collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive and student-centered environment, and with current and prospective students and staff of various learning styles, cultures, identities, and life-experiences.

  The Education and Career Advisor will work closely with prospective or current students and alumni who have an interest in completing non-credit workforce training (adult basic education, HiSET/GED prep, ESOL, industry certification training, etc.) to ensure optimal academic success. The Advisor will facilitate individual and group advising, college and career events, and enrichment activities to ensure every program participant is provided with individualized and proactive support. The Education and Career Advisor will support all students with creating their education and career plan through assessing their interests to develop short-term and long-term flexible, culturally sensitive goals.

  The Education and Career Advisor reports to the Director of Recruitment, Retention, and Transition.

  Responsibilities:

  
  Requirements:
  

  EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:

  Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

  WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  Working environment inside classroom/office space. Normally seated, standing or walking at will. Light Physical exertion.

  
  Additional Information:
  

  Salary: $28.00 per hour. 8 to 10 week sessions up to 18.5 hours per week (Monday through Friday, day or evening) in line with the Workforce Development academic calendar, available funding, and need of the department. Individual schedule to be determined with the supervisor including evening meetings from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at least once a month on campus. Position based on STCC Campus although some travel to and from Professional Development opportunities may be available.
  Benefits: No
  Union: Non Union
  Grant Funded: Yes
  Closing Date: Open Until Filled

  All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

  INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING:

  Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.

  
  Application Instructions:
  

  All available positions are located at: www.stcc.edu/about-stcc/employment which applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter**, resume and three (3) professional references.

  **Cover letter must demonstrate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

  PRE-EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

  STCC conducts a pre-employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

  POLICY STATEMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & DIVERSITY

  Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's for Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at 413.755.5642 or via email at kcsenie@stcc.edu, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Springfield Technical Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

  EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

  STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation.

  
  URL: www.stcc.edu
  

• About the company

  Springfield Technical Community College is a public technical college in Springfield, Massachusetts.

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