Adult Ed Support Specialist
Prince George's Community College
Largo, MD
Full-time
Education
Posted on June 10, 2023
Position Information-Job Vacancy
Position Information
Position Title
Adult Ed Support Specialist
Position Type
Staff
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)
Department
Adult Education
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Grade
9
Salary Range
Hiring Salary Range
$24.00/Hourly (not to exceed $24 per hour)
Union/Non Union
Non Union
Job Description Summary
Responsible for the intake, advising, registration, assessment, placement of current or potential students. Collecting and reporting student data in support of the data and assessment policies, procedures and requirements of the Adult Education Program as mandated by the federal Department of Education Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE) and the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulations (DLLR) at the Program's campus and off-campus instructional sites in Prince George's County.
Continuous recruitment for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. Please ensure that your application and attached documents address the criteria listed below:
Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?
No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
PGCC23411/12 GFF4
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Background Check Statement
Prince George's Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Effective August 8, 2022, Prince George's Community College's vaccine mandate expired for students, faculty, and staff. Select exceptions may apply. Face coverings will be voluntary campus-wide, including in classrooms and instructional spaces. Although the College will no longer require new employees and students to be vaccinated as a condition of employment or instruction based on current public health conditions, COVID-19 vaccines and boosters are strongly recommended.
The COVID-19 vaccine mandate will remain in effect for areas that operate under a designated governing body, including allied health, athletics, and first responders.
Application Status; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Position Title
Adult Ed Support Specialist
Position Type
Staff
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)
Department
Adult Education
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Grade
9
Salary Range
Hiring Salary Range
$24.00/Hourly (not to exceed $24 per hour)
Union/Non Union
Non Union
Job Description Summary
Responsible for the intake, advising, registration, assessment, placement of current or potential students. Collecting and reporting student data in support of the data and assessment policies, procedures and requirements of the Adult Education Program as mandated by the federal Department of Education Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE) and the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulations (DLLR) at the Program's campus and off-campus instructional sites in Prince George's County.
Continuous recruitment for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of related experience or knowledge working with computers working on platforms like, Microsoft Teams, WebEx, Zoom, Google or similar platforms or required coursework/ certification and or specialized skills/ training.
- Or a combination of relevant higher education and experience.
- Bilingual preferred
CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. Please ensure that your application and attached documents address the criteria listed below:
- Attend ongoing standardized assessment and/or student data collection/entry training as approved for use in Adult Education Title II programs by DLLR and OCTAE.
- Administer and proctor those standardized assessment instruments, paper and/or online, to new and prospective students including oral, listening, reading, writing and/or math assessments.
- Maintain ongoing knowledge and familiarity of those approved standardized student assessment and data instruments.
- Proficient in Excel including data entry, spreadsheet modification, familiarity and understanding of formulas.
- Ensure accuracy of data collection according to OCTAE and DLLR standards for Title II programs.
- Maintain familiarity with program policies and procedures to ensure uniform enforcement at all instructional sites.
- Verify and ensure the accuracy and completion of the entry of student data into spreadsheets and/or database according to OCTAE and DLLR standards.
- Monitor paper data during intake/entry and flag problems.
- Communicate and collaborate with the Adult Education program office.
- Maintain thorough knowledge of the Program's rules, procedures, processes, and other related programs in order to accurately respond to students' questions.
- Screen students for eligibility according to OCTAE and DLLR and rules for Adult Education Title II programs.
- Assist students in the completion of the Program's enrollment form.
- Deliver Program's orientation to prospective students.
- Advise students on all appropriate class and educational options available based on the outcome of their assessment(s) in order to meet their needs, goals, and preferences.
- Provide referrals to students to appropriate related programs and partnerships.
- Provide a consistent, warm and welcoming approach to the reception of all students.
- Possess cultural sensitivity to meet the diverse needs of adult learners in the multicultural community.
- Act as a resource for the Adult Education community through the collection and collating of resources available from partner organizations.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Work schedule subject to change based on the needs of the department.
- Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
- As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?
No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
PGCC23411/12 GFF4
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Background Check Statement
Prince George's Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Effective August 8, 2022, Prince George's Community College's vaccine mandate expired for students, faculty, and staff. Select exceptions may apply. Face coverings will be voluntary campus-wide, including in classrooms and instructional spaces. Although the College will no longer require new employees and students to be vaccinated as a condition of employment or instruction based on current public health conditions, COVID-19 vaccines and boosters are strongly recommended.
The COVID-19 vaccine mandate will remain in effect for areas that operate under a designated governing body, including allied health, athletics, and first responders.
Application Status; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Which of the following best describes your level of completed education? (Education details must be included in your application.)
- Master's Degree or above from an accredited college/university
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university
- Associate's Degree from an accredited college/university
- One to two years of college credit (30 credit hours is equivalent to one year)
- Less than 30 credits from an accredited college/university
- High School Diploma or GED
- None of the above
- * Do you have at least four years of related experience? See minimum qualifications for this position. A combination of relevant higher education and experience may be substituted.
- Yes
- No
- * Please be advised that as required by the 1986 Immigration Act, candidates must be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing identity and that you are a U.S. Citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. It is the college's policy that PGCC does not provide sponsorship for prospective employees. Will you require sponsorship to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- HERC
- HigherEd Jobs
- Hispanic Outlook
- Indeed
- Personal Referral
- PGCC Website
- Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
- The Chronicle of Higher Ed
- The Washington Post
- Other: Please indicate below
- Educause
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If you selected 'Other' please indicate source:
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter