What are the responsibilities and job description for the SWP - Counseling position at Mt. San Jacinto College?
JOB SUMMARY
ABOUT OUR STUDENT WORKFORCE PROGRAM
Mt. San Jacinto Community College District accepts applications for our Student Workforce Program (SWP) for a variety of temporary, part-time, and entry-level jobs.
The assignment is offered through our Student Workforce Program. This is a great way to learn about working for the District while working on a temporary, at-will basis. During their assignment, many SWP employees find the District is a great place to work and seek permanent, full-time employment through our regular competitive selection process.
SWP CLASSIFICATIONS
Student employment is classified by two categories:
- Non-Federal (District): student employment consists of a student being hired in a specific department, utilizing that department's district funding.
- Federal Work Study (FWS): student employment is a federal student financial aid program authorized under Title IV of the Higher Education Act. Students must establish financial need according to Federal guidelines. The institution receives money from the Department of Education to fund the Federal Work Study program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements and duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.
- Assist the Counseling Department, the Transfer Center, and Enrollment Services front desk staff with checking in and greeting students
- Assist newly matriculated students with the MSJC application process
- Direct students when necessary
- Assist counselors with projects i.e. creating folders, disseminating of forms, student tours, In Class Advisement (ICA) presentations
- Assist MSJC students with student platforms and/or general matriculation questions
- Promote and assist MSJC students with accessing FAFSA website and Self-Service FA check-list
- Assist students with how to register for classes via Self-Service; how to view the MSJC schedule
- File, restock forms & supplies in the cabinets
- Disseminate flyers regarding workshops, tours, university visits
- Assist with Transfer and Pathway events
- Contact new students who as a retention effort for follow up appointments
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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Ability and willingness to:
- Provide excellent customer service
- Interact with District staff i.e. Classified, Faculty, Administrators and students in a positive and courteous manner
- Basic knowledge and skill with computer programs (for example - utilizing the MSJC email system, Self-Service, Microsoft 365, TEAMs, and HUB document upload)
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, including those from a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
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SWP employees must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- At the time of hire, if you are under 18 years of age, you must present your high school diploma or GED (must be an original or certified copy of the document)
- Be a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. National or Permanent U.S. Resident
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Maintain at least half-time enrollment status (*6 units) for each semester employed
- 3 semester units during summer session
- A minimum 2.0 GPA
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Demonstrated ability being:
- Courteous
- Detail-oriented
- Empathetic
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and professionally
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Number of Positions Available: 8
Award Year: 2024/2025
SWP Classification: Federal Work Study
The initial salary placement is $16.50 per hour. The positions are part-time. Student workers may work up to 20 hours per week each semester and up to 28 hours per week during winter break, spring break, and summer.
Applications which meet the required minimum qualifications are kept on file for 4-months from the date the District verifies the applicant's qualifications. The department Administrator, Dean or their designee will contact those applicants they are interested in interviewing.
All applicant notification is sent via email, so please be sure to check your email regularly to ensure timely communication. Once the position closes, you should receive notification within ten business days regarding the status of your submission.
LOCATION AND SCHEDULE
These positions serve the San Jacinto campus. The current work schedule is flexible, and varies Monday through Thursday as determined by the department needs. Work hours are subject to change depending on department needs. If you have a schedule preference, you are advised to specify your availability when completing the online application profile.
THE COLLEGE
To learn more about Mt. San Jacinto Community College District, visit https://msjc.edu/humanresources/.
BENEFITS DEPEND ON JOB CLASSIFICATION:
MSJC offers benefits to permanent, full-time and part-time employees. Detailed information is provided during employee New Hire Benefits Orientation.
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