Administrative Aide (Retention Specialist) - Our Community's Children

This is a  full-time position with Our Community’s Children -- a public/private partnership between the City of Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids Public Schools and community partners – will provide opportunities to learn about civic engagement, leadership, youth development, college access and youth employment strategies. The Retention Specialist will contribute to the design, implementation, and management of programs with the goal of improving the well-being of young people and their families particularly around college degree attainment. This position will not have any supervisory responsibilities. Work assignments will be conducted in office settings as well as locations within the community. The primary location will be at OCC’s T2C Studio located on the 3rd floor of the downtown Grand Rapids Public Library.

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration or a related field. 

--AND--

• At least three (3) years of related work experience

--OR--

• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responds to phone calls and emails
• Compiles and analyzes data, prepares reports
• Assists in the planning and preparation of formal reports
• Manages and tracks purchases and reimbursements related to department budgets and funds
• Processes incoming checks and invoices for payments
• Assists in developing and preparing instruction and informational guides for public and internal use
• Prepares correspondence relating to assigned area of activity
• Attends meetings of City officials and community organizations for the purpose of gathering information
• Conducts various research projects or special assignments
• Facilitates the T2C Studio Scholars for Retention Program
• Curates college visits  
• Manages a caseload of college students to ensure they 
• Assists in the facilitation of the Challenges Scholars Program at Union High School
• Assists in the planning and execution of OCC's T2C Studio events
• Assists with OCC's T2C Studio walk-ins
• Meets with students and parents to discuss college readiness and degree attainment
• Reports directly to the OCC Executive Director
• Performs related work as required

IMPORTANT NOTE:  

• This is a grant-funded position with a benefits package. 

BENEFITS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid parking (if applicable)
• Employee Home Ownership Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
• Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
• Employee Discounts and Perks

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application
  
The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Salary : $50,178 - $64,012