Counselor, Full-Time, Tenure Track (Indio Campus)

Classification Title: Non Teaching Faculty

Department: Counseling & Advising

Rank:

Tenure Information: Tenure Track

Job Description:

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Dean of Counseling Services, it is the responsibility of the counselor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the vision, mission, and values of the community college district.

Support the exploration and development of the academic, career, and personal goals of all students. Assist students to effectively and successfully progress through the (their individually defined) educational process while remaining committed to providing all students with (equal) access to an array of counseling services.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment: Office environment. Constant interruptions.

Assignments may be held at all campus locations, Palm Desert, Indio, Coachella, Mecca-Thermal, Palm Springs, and/or Desert Hot Springs. Classes may be scheduled during the day, evening, or weekend.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

• http://www.collegeofthedesert.edu/fs/hr/Pages/Bargaining-Unit-Contracts.aspx

Essential Duties:

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The duties listed below are representative of the essential functions of the position. 

• Provide personal counseling, career development, academic advisement and assessment interpretation for students.

• Participate in implementing the District’s student on-boarding process including, but not limited to, registration, orientation, program selection, and course planning for current and prospective students.

• Assist in identifying and developing programs and strategies designed to improve student retention and graduation rates.

• Participate in formal and informal in-service and staff development training activities.

• Provide financial aid information and application assistance in collaboration with the Financial Aid Office.

• Utilize a computer and related software for such tasks as accessing student records, developing presentations, communication and word processing.

• Participate in shared governance activities, including serving on assigned faculty and district work groups and committees.

• Serve as counseling liaison to teaching faculty in academic programs.

• Provide counseling as assigned during day/evening hours at the Palm Desert campus, Eastern Valley Center, and other District community sites.

• Other duties as assigned by the supervising administrator.

 SPECIFIC DUTES:

Student Advising

1. Advise enrolled students on such matters as:

a. Course content, scope and meaning.

b. Major course requirements for the degree or certificate.

c. Learning skills

d. Collateral or enrichment reading or experience opportunities for further understanding of the courses or subject field.

e. Career alternative/opportunities related to the subject field.

2. Participate as a Faculty Advisor to student organizations or clubs.

Professional Development1. Participate in required professional development activities.

2. Continue to develop professional skills and knowledge.

3. Participate in planning staff development programs.

4. Participate in institutional research activities and grants.

5. Attend/participate in professional conferences, seminars or meetings.

Additional Responsibilities1. Schedule and maintain office hours; announce office hours to students in all classes.

2. Attend and participate in department/center meetings.

3. Attend commencement ceremony.

4. Participate in the process of Shared Governance by contributing to the academic community through committee work on the department, division, college and/or district level, or participate in other significant non-classroom college, district or community activities.

5. Keep official records required by District policy and administrative procedures and submit them in accordance with college procedures.

6. Participate in supervision of student assistants and paraprofessionals.

7. Participate in articulation activities and the coordination of inter-divisional and intra-divisional learning activities.

8. Abide by departmental regulations concerning the proper use, care and security of equipment.

9. Advise administration of unsafe conditions or potential hazards and recommend solutions.

10. Participate in advisory committee meetings as required.

11. Consult with management on personnel needs; assist with position announcements, recruitment and screening/interviewing committees.

12.Participate in the tenure review process as assigned.

13. Participate in the evaluation of regular faculty and adjunct faculty as assigned.

14. Participate in mentoring of new faculty as assigned.

15. Fulfill all obligations as established in the current collective bargaining agreement.

Knowledge Of:

Ability To:

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling, OR the equivalent

(NOTE: A bachelor’s degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)

• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

EQUIVALENCY REQUESTS & FOREIGN EQUIVALENCY EVALUATIONS:

• If you do not clearly meet the minimum qualifications as they are defined, you must submit an https://www.collegeofthedesert.edu/_web-items/documents/pdf-files/human-resources/equivalency-request-form.pdf and narrative with your application.

• Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency Evaluation be uploaded in addition to the foreign transcripts.

• https://www.collegeofthedesert.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/ftes.php

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual English & Spanish.

Salary Range/Rate: Commensurate on experience/education

Salary Detail Information: Salary Placement is according to the College of the Desert Faculty Association (CODFA) Contract, Appendix B

• https://www.collegeofthedesert.edu/_web-items/documents/pdf-files/human-resources/contracts/codfa-cba-2020-2023.pdf.

• https://www.collegeofthedesert.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/ft-salary-schedule-2021-2022.pdf

Posting Number: 22-060-F

Open Date: 11/01/2022

Close Date: 11/30/2022

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Special Instructions Summary

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:

Applications missing any of the required documents listed will not be considered. The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Online Application: Please fill out your online application completely with all requested details.

• Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.

• Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.

• Unofficial Transcripts: Must be from an accredited institution, show name of institution, degree awarded, discipline, and date awarded. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of the required transcripts.

IN YOUR APPLICATION:

• The List of Professional References should include at least two current or previous supervisors, two faculty members, and two other references not related to the applicant (including classified support staff). Please include names, e-mail addresses and current telephone numbers for each professional reference. Applicants from sectors other than higher education should submit comparable references. Letters of reference will not be accepted in lieu of the required List of Professional References.

EQUIVALENCY REQUESTS & FOREIGN EQUIVALENCY EVALUATIONS:

• If you do not clearly meet the minimum qualifications as they are defined, you MUST submit an Equivalency Request form along with your application materials.

• https://www.collegeofthedesert.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/ftes.php.

• Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency Evaluation be uploaded IN ADDITION TO the foreign transcripts.

• https://www.collegeofthedesert.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/ftes.php

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

• http://www.collegeofthedesert.edu/fs/hr/Pages/Bargaining-Unit-Contracts.aspx

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