Academic Support Center Receptionist

This is a part-time hourly pool. Applications are collected for possible immediate, or future college vacancies. This type of employment is temporary and often sporadic. You may only be contacted if a review of your application results in the intent to pursue your candidacy.

Chemeketa is a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution that aspires to be an inclusive environment where we honor and value the unique contributions of our diverse students, employees, and community. We seek to foster cultural competence and pursue equitable solutions that support all students in achieving their educational goals. If you are interested in joining the work of the college to pursue a supportive and inclusive culture, we encourage you to apply.

When applying for this position, please attach the electronic documents listed below. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected as an incomplete application. Any documents you provide that are not listed will not been seen by the Search Committee.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
  
  

Essential Functions

• Provides a welcoming presence, an attitude of service, and makes every attempt to meet the needs of internal and external customers who present at the Center
• Actively collaborates with a variety of students, staff, and the public
• Assists with college activities
• Assists students with booking appointments
• Keeps record of no/show appointments and late cancellations
• May provide administrative support to the Library and Learning Resources department
• Provides increasing support to multiple areas as the Academic Support Center becomes integrated
• Conducts general office filing and maintenance
• Researches information as needed
• Types general correspondence, reports, course outlines, and instructional materials
  
  

Institutional Expectations

• Embraces diversity and actively collaborates effectively with a variety of students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds
• Participates in recruitment and retention of students at an individual and institutional level in promotion of student success
• Embraces, understands and uses appropriate technology tools to accomplish job functions
• Provides high quality, effective service to internal and external customers through continuous improvement and adoption of lean office practices
  
  

Your application will be scored based on the minimum qualifications, core competencies, and preferred qualifications. If you are unsure whether you meet all of the qualifications listed below, we encourage you to apply and address through your application materials all of the relevant education, transferable skills, and related experience that makes you a great candidate for this position. Please ensure you include all information on your application which you wish to be considered.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

• AND- Six months of customer service experience
• AND- Six months experience using the Microsoft Office Suite or Google Suite
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• One year clerical, reception, and/or secretarial experience or related education
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Experience working in an environment serving diverse customers
• Knowledge of current office practices
  
  

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Part-time hourly positions will not exceed 900 working hours per fiscal year
• All positions at Chemeketa are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college.
• Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends
• This position may require the use of your personal vehicle for transportation between campus locations
• If requested, you must supply official transcripts within 30-days of hire
• Employees must maintain Oregon, Washington or Idaho residency as a condition of employment.
• Successful applicants for designated positions must successfully pass a background inquiry, which may include criminal, driving, credit and full background checks. Only information relevant to the position will be considered. An individual with negative information on their background inquiry will not necessarily be denied employment.
• Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal
  
  

Physical Requirements

Sedentary Work:Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary requirements are met.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Chemeketa Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.

For information regarding Veterans' Preference qualifications, visit http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq

Documents Required For Veterans' Preference

• One of the following:
• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) -OR-
• Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension -OR-
• Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate
• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
• A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs -OR-
• Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
  

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/

• PleaseNote:As part of the first round of screening, the committee will conduct an anonymous review of the application materials and will not be able to view any personally identifiable information. Please be sure that your application is complete and thoroughly depicts how you meet the minimum qualifications, core competencies and preferred qualifications.
  
  

Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Chemeketa makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS

Chemeketa Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education.

LEGAL COMPLIANCE

View ourCTE Program Summaries & Admission Requirements(Download PDF reader).

Chemeketa Community College prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the following:

• Race
• Color
• Religion
• National Origin
• Sex
• Marital Status
• Disability
• Protected Veteran Status
• Age
• Gender
• Gender Identity/Expression
• Sexual Orientation
• Pregnancy
• Whistleblowing
• Genetic Information
• Domestic Abuse Victim
• Expunged Juvenile Record
• Injured Workers
• Protected Hairstyle (CROWN Act)
• Victims of Domestic Violence (Sexual Assault, Stalking, and/or Harassment)
• Political Affiliation or Belief
• Tobacco Use During Work Hours
• Or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity or operation of the College. The College also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy, and interfering with the individual’s rights or privileges granted under federal, state or local laws.
  
  

Under College policies, equal opportunity for employment, admission, and participation in the College’s programs, services, and activities will be extended to all persons, and the College will promote equal opportunity and treatment through application of its policies and other College efforts designed for that purpose.

504/ADA Coordinator for Students

For concerns, inquiries or complaints regarding student disability accessibility and accommodations, please contact Karen Alexander, Director of Student Accessibility and Testing Services. Ph: 503.399.5276

Section 504/ADA Coordinator for Employees

For concerns, inquiries or complaints regarding employee disability accessibility and accommodations, please contact Patrick Proctor, Associate Vice President of Human Resources. Ph: 503.315.4586

Persons having questions or concerns about Title IX, which includes gender-based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, gender-based violence, and stalking, please contact the Title IX coordinator, Jon Mathis. Ph: 503.584.7323, Located at 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem, OR 97305, You can find additional information athttp://go.chemeketa.edu/titleix.

All persons having questions or concerns related to Equal Employment Opportunity or Affirmative Action should contact the Affirmative Action Officer, Patrick Proctor, at 503.315.4586, 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem OR 97305.

Individuals may also contact the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), 810 3rd Avenue #750, Seattle, WA 98104, 206.607.1600.

To request this publication in an alternative format, please call 503.399.5192. For language access please call 503.315.4586 or emailpatrick.proctor@chemeketa.edu.