Part-time Program Coordinator - Veterans Center of Excellence

Clark College is currently accepting applications for a part-time, permanent hourly Classified Program Coordinator position. This position supports outreach, support programs in the Veterans Center of Excellence (VCOE).

The work schedule for this position is up to 16 hours a week, varies between the working days of Monday - Friday from 10 am - 2 pm. This position is in-person with limited remote work availability. This position is not eligible for benefits.

The ideal candidate will be an equity-minded, military-connected and/or a Veteran who is passionate about serving Veterans. They will have demonstrated organizational proficiency and project organization skills. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, proactive, with the demonstrated ability to learn quickly and to work with a variety of topics and people. They will demonstrate strong project management and time management skills including operating independently, prioritizing tasks, and accomplishing complex initiatives within deadlines.

The Program Coordinator will keep programs on schedule and functioning smoothly, within stated budgets. This position will build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the VCOE provides a welcoming, safe environment for veteran students by using CARE management to facilitate students' acclimation to civilian life and accomplishment of their educational goals, providing an equitable educational experience for student veterans.
• Support the Veteran's Club with programming, scheduling, marketing, and asset creation through mentoring and coaching.
• In collaboration with the Associate Director, plan, create, coordinate, and implement non-instructional programming for student veterans to help them acclimate back to civilian life and move forward with their careers and education.
• In collaboration with the School Certifying Officer, explain processes, rules, and regulations specific to Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits processes students.
• In collaboration with the Communication and Marketing department, post and plan content for social media channels (including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram and YouTube), including editing to ensure ADA accessibility and uploading photos and videos to the college's social media sites.
• Assist in customer service aspects of social media including posting information and answering messages during working hours.
• Route requests and inquiries coming through social media to the appropriate individuals.
• Embrace diversity and actively collaborate effectively with a variety of students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds.
• Embrace, understand and use appropriate technology tools to accomplish functions.
• Provide accurate information and advice to veteran students, staff, and program participants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES:

Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:

• Associate degree or equivalent related work experience.
• Veteran or military-connected individual with demonstrated experience working with the veteran population or students.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with individuals inside and outside the college.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Adobe Acrobat, and standard web interfaces.
• Well-organized with ability to prioritize work and work autonomously.

JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to demonstrate the use of technology programs such as Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and Canvas.
• The initial appointment will include a 6-month probationary period, and the employee will earn permanent status after successfully completing probation.
• This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted which includes a sexual misconduct background check as required under RCW 28B.112.080. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

SALARY RANGE: $19.98 - $26.62/hour. | Step A-M | Range: 40 | Code: 107N

Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., April 16, 2025.

REQUIRED ONLINE APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Clark College online application
• Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed.
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.

Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs.

To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.

SECURITY

The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu. The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php.

ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION

If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.

CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES
Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office.

Our Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.

Clark College Human Resources

April 2, 2025

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