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STEM Services Developer (Career & Tech Ed)

Riverside Community College District

Job Description

 

Full Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the general supervision of the STEM Grant Director, the STEM Services Developer provides enrichment to educationally disadvantaged students in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The STEM Services Developer supports academic development and provides services to Hispanic and low-income students to increase retention and transfer rates to four-year universities. In accordance with the U.S. Department of Education, Title III HSI-STEM grant organizes STEM related activities and provides participants with exposure to STEM related disciplines and careers.

PROVIDES WORK OR LEAD DIRECTION TO:
Short-Term employee (s) and/or Work Study students.

EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required in a STEM related discipline is desired. A master's degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of two years of experience coordinating and implementing programs designed to assist students to enroll in postsecondary education beyond community college. Experience working with students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.

 
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Computer skills in Microsoft Office are required.

 
ABILITY TO:
Teach; take directions; engage in creative problem solving; prioritizing; work independently and effectively with a diverse, multicultural environment; establish and maintain effective customer service towards all persons contacted during the course of job; have organizational skills and initiative; communicate effectively both orally and in writing and relate on a personal level with students college personnel.

 
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Must have a valid California driver's license and have (and maintain) an insurable driving record acceptable to the District's insurance carrier.

Other:
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Candidate must demonstrate clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff, and the community.

CONTACTS:
College students, staff, faculty, community agencies, students and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Provide academic and personal advice in a noisy work environment with many interruptions; organize and implement field trips; and organize and implement academic and non-academic components of the STEM grant.

 
Duties and Responsibilities:
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
1. Develops all educational materials, flyers, brochures and application for the STEM program.
2. Develops, implements and coordinates outreach activities and all program activities for the STEM program.
3. Assists in the development and coordination of STEM related college and career fairs.
4. Assists in the selection, identification and screening of all program participants.
5. Prepares and conducts career, academic and personal development workshops.
6. Conducts recruitment activities, including college visits and presents presentations regarding programs and services.
7. Develops student orientation course and oversees student study center.
8. Coordinates and implements supplemental instruction and STEM tutorials.
9. Exposes students to STEM professionals engaged in applied research at post-secondary institutions.
10. Engage students in hands on activities in laboratory science and engineering.
11. Increases student participation in computer science, technology and engineering cours

 

 
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

SALARY: Salary grades consist of nine steps. A new employee is normally placed on Step 1 of the grade. Changes in step placement take place on the first day of the first month following the anniversary date of attaining permanent classified employee status until the maximum of the grade is reached.

HOLIDAYS: There are 13 holidays observed each year. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.

VACATION: Employees are granted 12 days of vacation per year through the first five years of service to the District; 15 days after completion of five continuous years of service to the District; 20 days after completion of ten continuous years of service to the District; and 22 days after completion of 15 continuous years of service to the District. This computation is based on full-time, twelve-month employment. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.

SICK LEAVE: One day of sick leave for each month of service is granted. This is based on full-time, twelve-month
employment. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve
months. There is no limit to the number of days of sick leave which may be accrued.

FRINGE BENEFITS: The college provides a health and welfare benefit package for employees and legal qualifying dependents. Those employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months will receive a pro-rata share of the benefit package. The dollar value of the package is a subject of negotiation between the District and the Bargaining Unit. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are not eligible for this benefit package.

The work location and assignment within a job classification is determined by the District and may be subject to change.

All offers of employment will be contingent upon the availability of funds and approval by the Board of Trustees.

The Riverside Community College District is an equal opportunity employer and recognizes the need to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. For more information, contact (951) 222-8039.

The Riverside Community College District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law. This holds true for all District employment opportunities. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX Officer/Section 504/ADA Coordinator. Harassment of any employee/student with regard to ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law, is strictly prohibited. The Title IX Officer, Section 504/ADA Coordinator for the District is Dr Lorraine Jones, 3801 Market St., Riverside, CA 92501. Telephone Number is: (951) 222-8039.

Work Hours/Work Days for Classified and Hourly Positions Only:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Required Applicant Documents:
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter

Other Document:

 
Optional Applicant Documents:
Letter of Recommendation 1
Letter of Recommendation 2
Letter of Recommendation 3
Bachelors or Equivalent Transcript
Masters or Equivalent Transcript

Other Document:

 
Effective Employment Date:
Anticipated Start Date December 2024

Application Deadline:
10-18-2024

Special Comments:
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IMPORTANT NOTICES:

  • Only electronic, on-line applications are accepted. All supporting materials, required or optional, must also be in electronic formats and attached to the electronic, on-line application when applying. Supporting materials are only accepted as Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) or Microsoft Word files and must be less than 2 MB in size.


  • An application will not be considered complete unless all Required Documents are electronically attached to the application by the Application Deadline date. An incomplete file may subject the candidate to disqualification.


  • Paper applications and supporting materials WILL NOT be accepted!


  • Letters of reference must be non-confidential and submitted electronically when applying on-line.


  • Interested candidates must apply by the deadline listed above by 8:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time.


  • The Riverside Community College District does not require testing at the initial application filing period. As you progress through the selection process, you may be required to perform a job-related test based on the needs of the work area for which you are being considered.


  • The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicant should contact Human Resources and Employee Relations at (951) 222-8595 for assistance.

Application Types Accepted:
Classified/Management/Confidential Application
 
 

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