American River College

Student Support Supervisor

Job Posting Number: C00977P

Salary: $5,286.71 per month (Exempt) LRCCD Salary Schedules

Closing Date: 08/07/2019

Complete job description and application available online at: https://jobs.losrios.edu/postings/11819

Position Summary

Under the direction of the assigned administrator and in cooperation with program coordinators, plan, organize, and direct the operations of assigned programs. [For a detailed job description for this LRSA Los Rios Supervisors Association posting Job Descriptions click here].

This position is assigned to the Disabled Student Programs and Services and (DSP&S) Department.

Los Rios Community College District offers competitive salaries and a very comprehensive employee benefits package to include medical insurance, CalPERS retirement, and opportunities for additional insurance and financial investments.

Full-time, twelve-month employees receive 17 days of annual paid holidays, 21 days’ vacation yearly and 8 hours of sick leave per month. Los Rios also offers extensive professional development opportunities with the district and financial support and/or paid time off to complete external academic studies. (See full LRSA contract agreement details)

Assignment Responsibilities

Typical duties of assigned programs/services may include, but are not limited to:

• Plans, organizes, and directs the operations of assigned students and/or academic support programs for student success and overall program effectiveness.

• Coordinates support services.

• Establishes and maintains accurate recordkeeping for assigned programs and appropriate agencies, which may include student eligibility, participation, and progress.

• Coordinates services in support of students taking classes, including in an online environment.

• Trains, supervises, and evaluates assigned employees.

• Participates in interviewing and selection of new employees.

• Ensures accountability and adherence to applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Prepares, monitors, and maintains budgets and expenditures for functions and activities in accordance with District policies.

• Develops and implements departmental procedures, forms, activities, and materials required for efficient operations of assigned programs.

• Develops and conducts training and appropriate implementation for effective program operations and accountability.

• Participates in program review and audits.

• Assists with and/or prepares, maintains, and monitors area/program funds, budget allocations, expenditures, and other related functions to ensure compliance with established guidelines.

• Prepares and submits program and grant related plans, reports, and other documents.

• Interprets and applies complex procedures in diverse situations using independent judgment.

• Responds to requests for information from students, employees, and the public.

• Builds and maintains effective working relationships, working collaboratively with other colleges and district employees, faculty, administrators, and agency representatives.

• Coordinates assigned program workshops and events.

• Administers disciplinary actions if necessary.

• May develop and maintain liaisons with, but not limited to, local high schools, area employers, and local community-based organizations to provide enhanced opportunities for students.

• May oversee and participate in outreach and recruitment activities.

• May lead or serve on appropriate committees.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Assigned programs/services may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: 

• California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) / Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) 

• Career Center 

• Disabled Student Programs & Services (DSP&S) 

• Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOP&S)/Cooperative Agencies 

• Resources for Education (CARE) Library 

• Online Support Services 

• Open Learning Resources Labs 

• Outreach 

• Reading Writing Center 

• Tutoring 

• Veterans Resources Center

Special Requirements

If assigned to the CalWORKs/TANF program: Employment is contingent upon meeting the requirements of Los Rios Board Regulation R-8343, including possessing and maintaining a valid California Driver’s License. The position may require operating a District or personal vehicle in order to complete assigned work within the scope of the position duties.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE: Three years of increasingly responsible experience, including one year in a lead or supervisory capacity, in student services, academic support services, public services, community college and/or public agency program development, coordination and evaluation, or similar experience (the required lead/supervisory experience may also be used to meet this requirement).

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; OR, an Associate’s degree from an accredited institution AND two additional qualifying years of experience.

Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

(Experience Requirement: One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement. Education Requirement: 15 units are equal to six months of education; 30 units are equal to one year of education.)

The Los Rios Community College District is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, political affiliation or belief, or marital status.