Program Coordinator Multicultural Services

Salary : $40,512.00 - $53,964.00 Annually
Location : Bremerton Campus, WA
Job Type: Full-Time Classified
Job Number: 23-24-C11
Department: Student Development Services
Opening Date: 10/31/2023
Closing Date: 11/30/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Program Coordinator - Multicultural Services
Salary: $40,512 - $53,964
Classification: Program Coordinator
Reports to: Associate Vice President Student Development & Engagement
The Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the efforts of outreach and recruitment for prospective students and the retention of current students. Promote an all-inclusive welcoming environment in the Multicultural Center that fosters multicultural understanding and appreciate.
Essential Functions

• Coordinate with student employees and volunteers, the follow-up of inquiries from outreach events.
• Provides programming, trainings, and services that result in student learning, development, cross-cultural engagement and community building for students from diverse ethnos racial/cultural/multicultural backgrounds and heritages.
• Provide professional mentoring and advocacy support to assist in overcoming barriers or obstacles to retention and persistence.
• Coordinate, with student employees and volunteers, to follow-up with current Olympic College student within specific parameters.
• Assist with staff training by preparing orientation packets required, training materials, and associated arrangements.
• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the Multicultural Center while providing excellent customer service to all guests.
• Provide program advertisement and program information internally and externally.
• Coordinate campus tours with student employees, Peer Mentors, and volunteers.
• Co-facilitate classroom visits as needed.
• Prepare required travel forms, serve as advisor or co-advisor for trips and conferences.
• Analyze and evaluate program data to ensure activities and services achieve stated objectives and outcomes.
• Prepare, organize, and update program data; ensure for accuracy; compile data for quarterly and annual reporting.
• Monitor and reconcile program budgets ensuring fiscal accountability.
• Assist with coordinating performer/speakers and complete contracts for performers/speakers.
• Maintain the Multicultural Services page on OC website with newsletters, programs, conference dates, and core staff changes.
• Prepare bi-quarterly newsletter and event flyers.
• Print and post flyers on campus, on website, social media, and via email.
• Lead, mentor, and train student employees, peer mentors, and volunteers.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• And, two (2) years of experience in a busy office environment
• Valid driver's license - travel between three OC campuses may be required.
• Ability to work in a busy and social environment.

Successful Applicants Will

• Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with FERPA.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Work effectively and efficiently as a team member.
• Demonstrate exceptional use of technology including, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, mail merge) and database software.
• Become familiar with campus regulations, local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and ordinances.
• Write clear and accurate reports.
• Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Collaborate successfully with colleagues, staff, and students.
• Understand oral and written instructions.
• Work effectively under pressure.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and learning-centered climate.
• Uphold Olympic College's values and ethics necessary to maintain a positive climate.

Additional Information
Terms of Employment
This is a full-time classified position scheduled to work 40 hours a week, with a salary range of $40,512 to $53,964. Mostclassified new hires will start their salary at Step A, when you have completed six months of probation, you will receive a 5 percent pay increase. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Washington Public Employees Associate (WPEA) Union.
Classified positions qualify for the following benefits:
Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, Department of Retirement Systems Plan 2 or Plan 3, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, Aflac, 11 paid holidays, leave - vacation/sick/personal holiday/personal leave, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available.
For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website .
Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.

• Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment (read our Equity Statement). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.

How To Apply
To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
  
• Resume

• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.

EEO Statement
Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies: Carroll McWhorter, 360-475-7301, cmcwhorter2@olympic.edu. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.
Benefits include vacation, sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver.
01
Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you possess a valid, unrestricted driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03
Please indicate your experience level with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook:

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

04
Which best describes your experience working in a busy and social environment?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 Years or more but less than 5 years.
• More than 5 years

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Please submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and your prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.
Required Question