What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterans Upward Bound Academic Recruiter position at Gadsden State Community College?
Position Summary
JOB SUMMARY: The VUB Academic Recruiter develops programs for the recruitment and academic improvement of veteran participants. The position involves administration and analysis of assessments, recommending educational strategies to improve academic success and motivating participants to utilize resources. This position also includes building strong community partnerships, attending community events, and assisting the project director in the overall support of the program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
DUTIES:
- Conducts recruitment of veterans for enrollment and participation in the VUB program
- Assists project director in developing educational activities and programs
- Assists participants with financial aid applications and the college admission process
- Provides assistance when veterans are applying for VA Education Benefits
- Supervises administration of VUB assessments and evaluations
- Evaluates the needs of each veteran to recommend an academic course of action
- Develops a Plan and Evaluation (P&E) for each project participant to monitor progress and evaluate program completion
- Conducts postsecondary follow-up of participants until degree or certificate is completed at the relevant educational institution
- Provides assistance and/or tutoring in basic computer skills
- Assists with creation and production of promotional materials for project recruitment
- Serves as liaison between the veteran population, community organizations, service agencies, and governmental offices regarding veteran issues and participant needs
- Travels to attend veteran events, community organizational meetings
- Compiles reports and provides information as requested to the project director on participant progress and analysis of the overall project
- Maintains and secures records regarding all services provided to project participants
- Maintains the security and accuracy of project data
- Attends seminars and training sessions conducted by local, state and federal agencies
- Develops an effective rapport with veterans, other employees and the public
- Other duties as assigned by the project director
- Comply with all policies of the Alabama Community College System and the College.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Experience working with veterans and/or a background in working with economically or academically disadvantaged populations is required
- Master’s Degree is preferred
- Strong computer skills strongly preferred
- Willingness to travel and provide services across the 12-county service area
- A military background and/or connection
- Current knowledge of VA Educational Programs
- Experience with the college admissions process
- Familiarity with federal grant programs
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with proven interpersonal skills
- Experience tutoring and/or using tutorial software
Application Procedures/Additional Information
PROJECTED STARTING DATE:
February 2025
SALARY:
Salary Schedule E-4, Grade 05 ($34,298-$51,793) Salary will be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED related experience that is stated on the initial job application only.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
February 5, 2025 - 4:00 P.M.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume; and (d) copies of transcripts of postsecondary education.
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cms
IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).
Please Note:• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents
(if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.
All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail.
If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:
NEOGOV Customer Service:
Monday-Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST
(855) 524-5627
Applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.
Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.
Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer.
It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions
under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex,
religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation
in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment.
Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.
More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should
another vacancy occur during the search process.
The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation.
This employer participates in E-Verify.
February 2025
SALARY:
Salary Schedule E-4, Grade 05 ($34,298-$51,793) Salary will be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED related experience that is stated on the initial job application only.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
February 5, 2025 - 4:00 P.M.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume; and (d) copies of transcripts of postsecondary education.
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cms
IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).
Please Note:• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents
(if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.
- When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied; however, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement.
All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail.
If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:
NEOGOV Customer Service:
Monday-Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST
(855) 524-5627
Applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.
Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.
Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer.
It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions
under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex,
religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation
in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment.
Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.
More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should
another vacancy occur during the search process.
The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation.
This employer participates in E-Verify.
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Sick Leave
All 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)
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
All 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 month
5-9 years 10 hours per month
10-14 years 12 hours per month
15-19 years 14 hours per month
20 16 hours per month
(may accumulate up to 480 hours)
Personal Leave
All 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 Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
15 (5 locally assigned)
Contracted Work Days
260
Retirement
The 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. 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 Insurance
PEEHIP, 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.
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
Salary : $34,298 - $51,793
