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Howard Community College

Workforce Completion Specialist (Pool)

Howard Community College, Columbia, Maryland, United States, 21046


Position Details

Position Information

About Us

Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

Position TitleWorkforce Completion Specialist (Pool)

FLSANon-Exempt

FT/PTPart Time

Hours Per WeekUp to 25 hours

Work ScheduleVaries depending on department needs

Position Salary Range$35/hr

General Responsibilities

Workforce Completion Specialists work in the Workforce Development unit of the Division of Workforce, Career & Community Education by implementing the college's strategic plans related to academic standing and student completion.

Work Performed

Workforce Completion Specialists are embedded within success of the Workforce Development programs. Workforce Completion Specialists are expected to monitor notifications for their assigned courses, work with students in academic jeopardy, refer students to appropriate support services, and provide knowledge about academic success skills.

Minimum Education RequiredAssociate's degree

Minimum Number of Years Experience Required2

Other Knowledge RequiredAssociate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably in higher education, student affairs, counseling, social work, or workforce development programming.Experience working in advising, retention, or counseling within a college setting, community college experience preferredKnowledge of current student success strategiesExperience working with diverse populationsAbility to prepare, compile, write and review reportsExcellent computer skills

Working Conditions

Workforce Completion Specialist position is grant funded and will work 25 hours per week. May work evening, weekend and have extended hours during peak periods. Extensive follow-up work, database use, responding to inquiries, meetings, etc. Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility required.Regular attendance and an ability to work mornings, evenings and/or weekends consistent with college needs.Criminal background check.Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the college's sustainability initiatives in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic prosperity.

DivisionWorkforce, Career, and Community Education (Div)

DepartmentContinuing Education

Posting Detail Information

Posting NumberNB148P

Number of Vacancies5

Best Consideration Date10/27/2023

Job Open Date10/11/2023

Job Close Date

Open Until FilledYes

Applicant Instructions

*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

Quick Link for Internal Postingshttps://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/3386

EEO Statement

Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.