Education

EducationCollege of the Sequoias
Visalia, CA* School Relations Liaison
* Biology Instructorwww.cos.edu
or call 559-737-6165EOE
School Relations LiaisonPosition: 2661-c-01-6Opening Date: September 7, 2006Closing Date: September 22, 2006College of the Sequoias915 S. Mooney Blvd. Full–time, 12–month, Classified PositionVisalia, CA 93277 7:45 a.m. – 4:45 p.m., Monday – Friday(559) 737-6165 Web: www.cos.eduDescription of PositionUnder the direction of the Dean of Student Services, the School Relations Liaison will develop, coordinate and facilitate programs and services to recruit students to the College. This individual will also serve as a liaison to all feeder schools and alternative educational systems.Minimum QualificationsEducation and Experience:Any combination equivalent to:• Associate degree in business administration, management or related fieldand• four years experience in an increasingly responsible position with public contact.License:• A valid California driver’s license.• An incumbent must be insurable at the standard rate by the employer’s insurance carrier at all times while employed in this classification by the College of the Sequoias.Representative Duties• Collaborate and coordinate with the College community and appropriate persons to develop and implement an outreach program and calendar that provides information about the programs and services of the College.• Design and deliver oral presentations and workshops for high school, junior high and elementary school students to include panel presentations, group presentations and one-on-one meetings.• Organize and coordinate information/recruitment fairs and financial aid/application workshops in the local high schools and other alternative education systems.• Educate prospective students and their families of financial assistance opportunities available at the College, including student eligibility for the Board of Governor’s Fee Waiver.• Plan, coordinate and conduct informational financial assistance events for prospective and current students.• Serve as a liaison between the College’s Financial Aid staff and feeder school administrators, faculty and staff.• Initiate and maintain positive relations with feeder high school, junior high and elementary school administrators, counselors, faculty and with alumni, public agencies and community groups to develop recruitment sources.• Develop recruitment strategies and coordinate the development of promotional materials such as brochures, speeches, videos, posters and newsletters for use with prospective students, parents, and high schools.• Plan, coordinate and host events on campus and in the community for the overall marketing and recruitment of the College.• Schedule campus visitations for prospective students.• Report current information on enrollment trends.• Keep abreast of educational and student support programs to provide accurate and timely information about the college.• Train and provide work direction for student assistants and ambassadors to help with projects, including recruitment activities.• Serve as the College’s clearinghouse to coordinate outreach activities, including requests for presentations, visitations and communication with feeder schools.• Operate a computer and related equipment and software.• Perform related duties as assigned.Conditions of Employment• Salary is at Range 32 AA ($15.15 hourly / $2,626 monthly).• Salary increase after 6 months of satisfactory service.• Minimum 5% increase if promoted.• 10–working month probationary period.• Union membership upon employment.• District paid medical/dental/vision insurance program for employee and dependents.• PERS retirement contribution is District paid.• Employee life insurance ($100,000) is provided.Working Conditions
Environment• Office environment• Constant interruptions• Driving a vehicle from site to site to conduct work• Conducting presentations in the community during evening and weekend hoursPhysical Abilities• Ability to operate a computer and office equipment.• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.• Ability to communicate on the telephone or in person.• Ability to read documents.• Ability to reach in all directions to retrieve files and supplies.• Ability to lift objects up to 25 pounds.Screening Procedure
Only complete application packages will be evaluated by a qualified screening committee as soon as possible after the closing date. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure the candidate an interview.Application materials will be screened to determine the extent to which they meet the Representative Duties. A selected group of candidates will be invited for oral interviews. After initial interviews, finalists may be asked to return for a second interview.All costs incurred as a result of the application/ selection process shall be borne by the candidate.Application ProcedureApplicants must submit the following materials which must be received by Human Resource Services on or before September 22, 2006 / 4:30 p.m.• Completed COS application form• Letter of interest addressing the representative duties• Resume• Two letter of recommendationSend to:Susie GriffinPosition 2661-c-01-7College of the SequoiasHuman Resource Services915 S. Mooney Blvd.Visalia, CA 93277All documents received become the property of the District and will not be returned. Human Resource Services will not copy any of the materials submitted for the applicant.
Notice to all candidates for employment
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. This requirement applies to both United States citizens and aliens.College of the Sequoias is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, committed to equal opportunity and treatment in all aspects of its relations with faculty, students and staff members, without regard to race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age or handicap.Biology InstructorPosition: 2665–f–01–7 Opening Date: September 14, 2006Closing Date: October 27, 2006College of the Sequoias Full-time, Tenure Track Position915 S. Mooney Blvd. Beginning January 2007Visalia, CA 93277 WEB: www.cos.edu(559) 737-6165Interviews: November 17 & 18, 2006
Description of PositionCollege of the Sequoias is seeking a candidate to fill a full–time tenure track position in the Biology Department beginning January 2007. The primary teaching assignment will be general education biology and plant biology. Other teaching assignments may include biology majors courses or human anatomy. Assignment may include evening classes or classes located at our satellite campuses.Participation in the governance of the College by way of committee assignments is encouraged. Other responsibilities include maintenance of a required number of office hours to meet student needs, participation in departmental responsibilities and the willingness to create and/or participate in and sustain an atmosphere of equality, justice, and appreciation for diversity throughout our College.Minimum QualificationsThe candidate must meet one of the following criteria.The degree must be from an institution accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges or the equivalent.• Master’s in any biological scienceor• Bachelor’s in any biological science AND Master’s in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine scienceor• The equivalent as determined by the COS Academic Senate.Candidates claiming equivalency must demonstrate a combination of education and other accomplishments that are equivalent to the MQ’s. If claiming equivalency, you will need to read the Board Policy 5001 on equivalency and prepare a statement documenting how you feel you meet the equivalent qualifications.Note: Candidates claiming equivalency must receive a judgement of equivalency from the COS Equivalency Committee prior to the interview.Desirable QualificationsIn looking at application materials, the Hiring Committee also seeks evidence of the following:• Teaching experience in general biology, botany and ecology.• Teaching experience at the community college level.• Graduate and/or undergraduate coursework in general biology, botany, animal biology, ecology and cell biology.• Familiarity with the educational needs of community college students intending to transfer.• Experience in and/or commitment to working with students from diverse cultural, ethnic, socioeconomic, academic and disability backgrounds.• Ability to make a positive contribution to the instructional program at College of the Sequoias by developing instructional activities, course syllabi, and other necessary materials.• Ability to incorporate student learning outcome objectives within courses and programs and willingness to develop and use stated objectives and measures.• Experience with or interest in alternative instructional modes, such as web-based or on-line instruction, multi-media systems, cooperative learning, or integrated curricula.Conditions of EmploymentSalary is commensurate with education and experience.Initial placement with Master’s degree ranges from $49,138 to $64,785.District paid medical/dental/vision insurance program and $100,000 employee life insurance is provided.Contract period is for ten (10) months during the regular academic year August through May.This position begins January 2007.There is the possibility of teaching a summer session class.A collective bargaining agreement exists, and membership in the College of the Sequoias Teachers Association (COSTA) or payment of a service fee is required.Screening Procedure
Only complete application packages will be evaluated by the screening committee as soon as possible after the closing date. Application materials will be evaluated to determine how fully the applicant meets the Desirable Qualifications. This evaluation process will determine which applicants will be invited for an interview. The most successful interviewees will be invited to a second interview with the College Superintendent/President. All costs incurred as a result of the application/ selection process shall be borne by the candidate.
Application ProcedureApplicants must submit the following materials which must be received by Human Resource Services on or before the application deadline, October 27, 2006 / 4:30 p.m. Interviews: November 17 & 18, 2006
• Completed Central 14 (COS) application form• Letter of interest which includes your strengths and interest in biology and which addresses the desirable qualifications• Resume• Unofficial copies of transcripts of college/ university work• Equivalency document (if necessary)• Two (2) recent letters of recommendation addressing pertinent experience or equivalent competencies
Submit to:Sharon TaylorHuman Resource ServicesPosition: 2665-f-01-7College of the Sequoias915 S. Mooney Blvd.Visalia, CA 93277(559) 730-3867Note: Incomplete application packages will not be forwarded to the selection committee for consideration in the hiring process. All documents received become the property of the District and will not be returned.Human Resource Services will not copy any of the materials submitted for the applicant.Notice to all candidates for employmentNotice to all candidates for employmentNotice to all candidates for employmentNotice to all candidates for employmentNotice to all candidates for employmentThe Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. This requirement applies to both United States citizens and aliens.College of the Sequoias is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, committed to equal opportunity and treatment in all aspects of its relations with faculty, students and staff members, without regard to race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age or handicap.Copyright 2006 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency
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