Specialist II,Dual Credit Engagement Job Joliet area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Position Title: Specialist II, Dual Credit Engagement

Job Details

STATUS: Full time
DEPARTMENT: Dual Credit & P 20 Partnerships
DIVISION: Academic Affairs
CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt
UNION: TOSSC-AFT Local 604
REPORTS TO: Manager, Dual Credit and P-20 Partnerships
PLACEMENT: Grade 107
HIRING RANGE: $22.49 - $23.84 hourly

Competitive starting pay is dependent on education and experience. JJC offers regular full‑time positions a variety of fringe benefits including retirement benefits, holidays, personal time, and other discounts/reimbursement for classes.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

Position Summary

In coordination with other dual credit program staff, and under general supervision of the Manager, provides direct support to the dual credit program by providing outreach to dual credit students and parents. Works with a variety of stakeholders including high school administrators, counselors, teachers, staff, parents and students. Becomes familiar with college departments and functional areas' relationship to the dual credit program.

Works independently and as part of a team.

Essential

Job Duties and

Key Responsibilities

Provide outreach services to constituent K‑12 schools and career centers participating in the dual credit program. Conduct classroom and institute day visits and provide informational and promotional materials for these events as needed.

Assist high schools with the application process and post application procedures as needed.

Develop and implement parent and student orientations. Collaborate with Admissions and New Student Orientation staff to help create a seamless pathway for students.

Communicate dual credit policies and information to parents, students, high school counselors and other internal and external stakeholders. Assist students and high school contacts in resolving application, registration and enrollment issues in a timely manner.

Plan and deliver presentations at district high schools, college fairs, career centers and on‑campus events to support and promote dual credit.

Hold weekly virtual open office hours to answer questions from students, teachers, counselors, and parents. Be available for scheduled weekly appointments to assist students, teachers, counselors, and parents.

Assist Office of Dual Credit with administrative and registration related duties.

Attend meetings as assigned, including the Dual Credit Advisory Board meetings. Assist in the preparation of meeting agendas and prepare summary notes for meetings. Participate in planning and facilitating curriculum meetings.

Be familiar with and remain informed of the guidelines for dual credit from the Higher Learning Commission and the Illinois Community College Board, including the Dual Credit Quality Act and other related legislation.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree.
Two (2) years of experience in a higher education and/or K‑12 environment.
Self‑directed with the ability to work independently within changing deadlines.
Ability to analyze and address the educational and personal needs of students.
Proficient with computers and database related software.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.
Demonstrated commitment to the college's core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well‑being, innovation and quality.

Preferred Qualifications

English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
Master's degree in related discipline.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse student populations, case‑management approach to student support and experience working with undecided or exploration students.
Colleague database experience.
Demonstrated multicultural competence.

Physical Demands

Normal office physical demands.
Ability to travel between campus locations and to and from community events.
Ability to travel in state and nationally.

Working Conditions

Duties are performed indoors in the usual office and/or outdoor environment.
Travel between campuses and flexibility including some weekend and evening hours required.

Benefits

JJC offers a comprehensive benefits package. For full details, please refer to the JJC Total Rewards brochure or contact the Human Resources office.

#J-18808-Ljbffr


Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)



Job Posting Language