CCS employment application is found at: http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/Forms/District-Forms/Human-resources/16011609.aspx

 

 

September 3, 2009

Recruitment No. 071Y09

 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

PROFESSIONAL EXEMPT/FULL-TIME

Institute for Extended Learning

Review Begins: September 24, 2009

 

Project Position

(Start when filled, expected project end date is September 2010)

 

Institute for Extended Learning seeks qualified candidates for consideration of employment in this full-time exempt position.  Annual beginning salary of $43,468.

 

Under the guidance of the Program Services Manager, the Professional Development Specialist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team that provides on-going support and coordination for staff professional development.  This position is responsible for administering, organizing, developing, and assessing the professional development training opportunities that improve staff qualifications, knowledge and skills.  This includes identifying resources and making recommendations to enhance services and maintain compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, rules and regulations as well as other federal/state/local laws, rules and regulations.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Incomplete applications will not be considered.  A completed application consists of the following items:

 

1.     official application

2.     a cover letter addressing your qualifications as applied to the responsibilities of this position

3.     comprehensive resume

4.     names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references

5.     transcript(s) (if applicable)- copies of transcripts are acceptable for initial application, official copies must be submitted when candidate becomes a finalist

 

Must request official application (resumes will not substitute for official application) by contacting the Human Resources Office, Community Colleges of Spokane, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., MS 1004, P. O. Box 6000, Spokane WA  99217-6000, hro@ccs.spokane.edu or visit our Website at www.ccs.spokane.edu.  Phone:  (509) 434-5040; for 24 hr. employment and job status line (509) 434-5050.

 

Download the application packet now:  http://ccs.spokane.edu/Forms/District-Forms/Human-resources/16011609.aspx

 

All application materials submitted become property of the Community Colleges of Spokane.  Personal copies need to be made prior to submitting application materials to the Human Resources Office.  The Human Resources Office does not provide copying services.

 

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.  However, the screening committee for this position will begin reviewing applications on September 24, 2009.  Applications are encouraged prior to that time to ensure consideration.

 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (Minimum Qualifications):

·         Bachelor’s degree in adult education, early childhood education or family studies or a related field from an accredited institution.
Or
An equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets all competency requirements for this position.

·         Two (2) years experience in the design, delivery, and evaluation of training and/or staff development programs; early childhood education; family studies or a related field.  

·         Knowledge of adult education theory and practice. 

·         Knowledge of Head Start performance standards, policies and procedures.

·         Knowledge of Federal/State/local laws, rules and regulations.

·         Ability to relay information, as appropriate, and to collect, analyze and evaluate data for reports and project trends.

·         Possess tactfulness and the ability to provide professional leadership.

·         Ability to work effectively under conditions of limited supervision, high stress and rapidly changing situations and circumstances.

·         Ability and skill to effectively plan, conduct and evaluate training activities.

·         Ability to provide training to adult learners.

·         Ability to communicate effectively in English orally and in writing with individuals and groups.

·         Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.

·         Ability to work within budgets and plan expenditures.

·         Ability to use computer software related to an office environment, including PowerPoint.

·         Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.

·         A demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the mission, values, goals and objectives of CCS.

·         The ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution, community and technical college system.

·         A demonstrated understanding and value for the contributions that a diverse workforce can make to the success of the organization and the students we serve.

 

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES (Desirable Qualifications):

·         Master’s degree in adult education, early childhood education, family studies or related field from an accredited institution.

·         Early Head Start, Head Start or ECEAP experience.

·         Previous experience mentoring, coaching and/or training adults.

·         Five (5) or more years experience in the design, delivery and evaluation of training and/or development programs.

 

Review the Complete Position Description at http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/Employment/EmpInfo/PosDesc/IELExempt/ProfDevSpec.pdf

 

Community Colleges of Spokane information regarding campus crime statistics and policies are available at http://ccs.spokane.edu/Forms/District-Forms/Human-resources/Crime-Stats-2008.aspx or call (509) 434-5040 for a copy.

 

Community Colleges of Spokane is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and as such, ensures that all persons shall have equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of non job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.