WAYS Job Placement Coordinator - Alabama Community College System : Job Details

Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Selma, ALJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 05517College/Division: WCCS-501120-Title IIIOpening Date: 11/22/2024Closing Date: ContinuousCampus Location: Wallace Community College SelmaPosition Summary W.A.Y.S. Job Placement CoordinatorSalary Schedule: L1 WAYS Grant- Grant Funded. ($50,000.00) Continued employment is contingent upon grant funding. This is a non-tenure track position Non-Probationary Status cannot be obtained.Scope of Responsibilities: Oversees the development and management of the career center for the WAYS Grant. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesIn addition to adhering to the general guidelines as specified by the Faculty/Staff Handbook, the Title III Grant, US Department of Education, Title III Project Director, Asst. Dean of Students, Dean of Students, the President, and Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, responsibilities will include the following:

• Oversee the development and management of the career center.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local and regional employers to generate job placement opportunities for students and alumni.
• Act as a liaison between the college and businesses to understand labor market needs.
• Coordinate and schedule employer campus visits, interviews, and job fairs.
• Provide one-on-one career counseling to students, assisting with job search strategies, resume writing, interview preparation, and career exploration.
• Help students identify job opportunities that align with their skills, academic backgrounds, and career goals.
• Assist students in using job placement software and databases to find employment opportunities.
• Organize and manage on-campus job fairs, workshops, and networking events.
• Collaborate with academic departments to ensure that students are informed about internships, co-op programs, and job openings in their respective fields.
• Promote job placement services through email campaigns, social media, and other channels.
• Track student and alumni job placements and provide regular reports on employment outcomes to institutional stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date records of employer contacts, job postings, and student interactions in relevant databases or software systems.
• Support initiatives that improve employability outcomes, such as workshops on soft skills and workplace readiness.
• Collaborate with faculty, academic advisors, and student services staff to ensure a cohesive approach to student career success.
• Participate in community outreach efforts to promote career services and job placement programs.
• Support students from enrollment through graduation.
• Schedule, plan, and implement transfer seminars for students.
• In conjunction with Student Support Services, plan and coordinate transfer trips and cultural events in or out of the state that will enhance student's exposure.
• Schedule and plan college fairs.
• Meet with transfer students during the second year of enrollment.
• Meet with student advisees a minimum of 3 times per semester.
• Monitor students' grades through Dropout Detective, Counsel and advise students via in-person, phone, email, text, and video conferencing.
• Resolve problems by clarifying issues; researching and exploring answers and alternative solutions; implementing solutions; escalating unresolved problems,
• Follow up to ensure the resolution of each issue.
• Re-enroll students by focusing on outreach and retention efforts.
• Work collaboratively with other departments and services across the college to understand processes, systems, and services and to resolve student issues,
• Work closely with campus staff to address student issues.
• Closely track students' progress, through communication and analytics, for each academic term to ensure class attendance and academic progress.
• Promote a culture of student transfer utilizing innovative methods.
• Track student transfer data and contribute to annual reports.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Title III Project Director, Asst. Dean of Students, the Dean of Students, and the President.

Qualifications Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Demonstrated experience working with first-generation, low-income students.
• Effective/excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to effectively plan and organize work.
• Knowledge of secondary and higher education organizational structure

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master's Degree.
• An understanding of and a commitment to the philosophy and mission of the Alabama Community College System.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to organize and work independently.
• Effective interpersonal skills.

Application Procedures/Additional InformationWCCS is an equal opportunity employer and enrolled in E-Verify. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. WCCS will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. WCCS reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Applications must be completed online using our online process. Human Resources' contact information is as follows:Human Resources DepartmentWallace Community College Selma3000 Earl Goodwin ParkwayP. O. Box 2530Selma, AL 36702-2530Phone: (334) ###-####, 876-9338Fax: (334) ###-####Website: A complete application package consists of:

WCCS application,

A resume,

A copy of transcript(s) verifying required degree. Please print name as listed on transcript, if different from last name listed on application.

Work experience verification in writing from your current and/or previous employer(s) confirming the required level of experience as stated in the Required Qualifications section. Verification should be printed on company letterhead and must include dates of employment, position title(s), and duties performed. A work verification from either your current or previous employer must be provided. Remember that the work experience verification completion is your responsibility.

Please Note: If you are applying for more than one position, please submit a separate, complete application. In the event the position is reposted, a new application packet must be submitted.Application DeadlineAll application information must be received by 12:00 P.M. on the closing date. Final applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will not be considered. A complete application package is the responsibility of the applicant.Note: In accordance with Alabama Community College System policies and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.WCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is enrolled in E-Verify.Sick LeaveAll regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.8 hours per month(may accumulate an unlimited number)Annual LeaveAll regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office. 0-4 years 8 hours per month5-9 years 10 hours per month10-14 years 12 hours per month15-19 years 14 hours per month20+ 16 hours per month(may accumulate up to 480 hours)Personal LeaveAll regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)Professional LeaveUp to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.HolidaysNew Year's DayMartin Luther King/Robert E. Lee BirthdayNational Memorial DayIndependence DayLabor DayVeterans DayThanksgiving DayDay after Thanksgiving DayChristmas EveChristmas Day15 (5 locally assigned)Contracted Work Days260RetirementThe TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)Law Enforcement Officers:Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)Health InsurancePEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision. Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/17).Duty Hours(hours vary by campus and needs of the student)Tuition AssistanceThis tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes. Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:

• 1/3 waived after 1st year
• 2/3 waived after 2nd year
• 3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.