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FY25 - Counselor, General - Adult Education Limited SFP
LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
LOS ANGELES HARBOR COLLEGE
Employment Opportunity Announcement
FY25 - Counselor, General - Adult Education Limited SFP
1.0 FTE D-Basis (Non-Tenure Track)
Begin: Fall 2024
Application Deadline: November 21, 2024
Announcement:
Los Angeles Harbor College (LAHC) is seeking applications for a Limited, Non-Tenure Track Adult Education Counselor position, set to begin in the Fall 2024 academic year.
Under the general direction and supervision of the Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development (EWD) or Designee and Counseling Chair, the Adult Education Counselor will offer guidance and support to adult learners as they pursue their educational and career objectives. Responsibilities include assisting individuals in defining their educational and career goals, providing resources and support to help achieve these goals, and addressing any obstacles to success. The role demands a deep commitment to adult education principles, empathy, and strong counseling skills.
This is a 12-month, D-basis, 1.0 FTE limited-term position SFP funded position. The appointment is contingent upon program funding and will end when the funding expires. The funding source is reflected in the job title.
About the College and Department:
LAHC, located in Wilmington, California, is one of the nine colleges within the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD). Serving approximately 10,000 students, LAHC provides a broad spectrum of academic and career programs and facilitates transfers to leading private and public colleges and universities.
The Counseling Department at LAHC is comprised of skilled and professionally trained faculty who assist students with educational planning, career development, transfer processes, and other academic and personal matters crucial to student success. The department features general counselors as well as those dedicated to providing specialized services for targeted student groups. All counseling faculty are expected to engage in regular department meetings, professional development, college-wide activities, and shared governance committees.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's Degree or higher in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, educational counseling, guidance counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy, or marriage, family and child counseling; OR
- the equivalent.
- Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of community college students and familiarity with issues related to student equity.
NOTE: A bachelor's degree in one of the above listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the general direction of the Vice President of EWD and the LAHC Counseling Chair, the Adult Education Counselor is expected to actively engage in Counseling Department activities and campus-wide initiatives. This role involves delivering comprehensive counseling services-encompassing academic, career, transfer, and vocational guidance-to students from diverse and multicultural backgrounds across all areas of Adult Education.
In addition, they will:
- Provide comprehensive academic and career counseling to students both face-to-face and online, primarily on-site at Harbor College.
- Interpret the college catalog, class schedules, and articulation agreements to assist students in navigating their educational paths.
- Help students set and plan immediate and long-term educational goals, including creating abbreviated and comprehensive student educational plans to ensure they stay on track for completion.
- Conduct orientations for new students to introduce them to college programs, services, and student success workshops.
- Facilitate career decision-making by guiding students through self-assessment and career exploration processes, in collaboration with the Career Counselor.
- Support students on probation or facing dismissal by offering individual and group counseling, and work with the At-Risk Counselor to develop success plans.
- Review and evaluate student transcripts in coordination with the Articulation Officer.
- Contribute to the development of programs and services that support initiatives such as Career Pathways, LA College Promise, Student Equity, and Basic Skills, aimed at enhancing student success and completion.
- Collaborate with instructional faculty on projects designed to improve retention and student success across disciplines.
- Stay current in the Counseling field by utilizing the latest technology, participating in professional conferences, workshops, and seminars, and maintaining membership in relevant professional organizations.
- Represent the Counseling Department in college decision-making processes by participating in departmental meetings, shared governance committees, and other campus initiatives.
- Engage in counseling-related events and activities, including Guided Pathways, graduation petition drives, enrollment, and onboarding.
- Participate in shared governance committees focused on enrollment and student success, such as the TCAPs Committee and Student Support Services Committee.
- Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth, innovation, and best practices in counseling through active participation in professional development activities and adherence to industry standards.
- Knowledge of Student Information Systems, Peoplesoft, and ConexED.
- Stay current in the Counseling field by utilizing the latest technology, participating in professional conferences, local, district, and state-wide trainings, workshops, and seminars, and maintaining membership in relevant professional organizations.
- Utilize TES software for course petitions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience:
- At least one year of recent (within the past five years) experience as a counselor at a California community college, post-Master's degree.
- Proven success in managing Adult Education programs.
- Experience with grant-funded programs, including documentation and report writing.
- Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administration.
- Experience in developing and implementing strategies for student retention and completion, including related evaluation activities.
- Demonstrated success in initiating, executing, and following up on projects and special events aimed at enhancing student retention, persistence, and goal completion, with a focus on setting objectives and measuring results.
- Experience conducting orientations, leading college success workshops, and teaching Counseling courses such as personal development, study skills, and career planning.
- Extensive knowledge of major career development theories, current trends in career counseling, and both printed and electronic career development resources, with experience using and interpreting various career assessments.
- Proficiency in using computers and advanced technology tools for high-quality counseling and teaching.
- Familiarity with campus and community resources addressing student needs, including housing, food, transportation, mental health, childcare, and finances.
- Demonstrated commitment to cultural competence and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations to promote equity and inclusion.
Eligibility Requirement: COVID 19 VACCINATION
Pursuant to LACCD Board of Trustee's Policy 2900, all students and employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption. LACCD employees are required to provide their vaccination status in compliance with the LACCD Board of Trustees' policy. Newly hired employees will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or, at the latest, by their position start date.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salary range is $97,716 - $174,432 commensurate with academic preparation and experience for new employees. The doctoral differential is $471 per month. District benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance
APPLICATION AND EVALUATION PROCESS
EVALUATION PROCEDURES
Applicants will be required to file the application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. Please visit https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd to apply for this position. For consideration in the selection process, all interested applicants must submit the following:
1. A current resume or curriculum vitae;
2. A cover letter of interest;
3. Contact information for three references (name, title, address, email and telephone numbers) of individuals who can assess the candidate's qualifications for the position;
4. Copies of transcripts for ALL degrees (official transcripts are required for all candidates invited to the final interview). Transcripts from foreign institutions must be submitted with an approved evaluation of equivalency from a foreign evaluation service approved by the California Commission on Teaching:
https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/commission-approved-foreign-transcript-evaluating-agencies
Applicants will be required to file the application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. Please go to: https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd to file the applicant packet.
(Application materials may not be submitted by Fax or e-mail.)
For questions regarding the application process, please contact:
Dr. Alexandra Duran
duranac@lahc.edu
LAHC reserves the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time. The completed application package must be filed no later than 4:30 PM on November 21, 2024, to be considered. All materials submitted will become property of LAHC. After review of application materials by the selection committee, candidates will be contacted if selected for an interview.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days' prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested. For more information, please visit www.laccd.edu/ada
Equal Employment Policy
The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer related), sexual orientation, or veteran status. Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse work force and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of under-represented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures (Board Rule 101301).
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator
To apply, visit https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=6&id=1962
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