Library Assistant/Tutor (Academic Center Specialist) 603 W Park St, Sheldon, IA 51201 From $37,000 a year

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Full-time TITLE:

Library Assistant/Tutor (

Internal Title:

Academic Center Specialist)

DIVISION

Academic Center

BASIC FUNCTION

Full-time position To provide instructional support service to credit students and students on special schedules

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

•Bachelor's Degree Basic computer skills Preferred

•Bachelor's Degree with focus in health/science Bilingual in English and Spanish languages. Copies of all academic transcripts are required. Unofficial copies are acceptable at the time of application. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment, a complete set of original transcripts will be required.

SUPERVISOR

Director of the Academic Center

DESIRED QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS

1. Good oral and written communication and math skills. 2. Ability to explain concepts at a variety of levels. 3. Ability to work independently. 4. Ability to provide supervision. 5. Ability to demonstrate professionalism. 6. Computer proficiency. 7. Ability to plan, organize, and lead activities independently 8. Knowledge and understanding of race, culture, and issues concerning underrepresented and underserved populations. 9. Experience in the areas of support services or administration 10. Possess skills in maintaining accurate and detailed reports 11. Demonstrates knowledge of issues facing diverse students.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

General:

1. Carry out duties without detailed, day-to-day supervision. 2. Provide individualized tutorial and/or small group instruction. 3. Supervise the instruction of students in independent or specially scheduled course work. 4. Assist students in the computer lab. 5. Maintain a positive learning environment. 6. Serve on appropriate committees/teams to carry out the college mission philosophy, goals, and objectives. 7. Take an active part in in-service opportunities appropriate to the area of responsibility. 8. Promote and maintain open communication with other SSS staff, Learning Center staff, NCC campus staff. 9. Demonstrate and practice NCC's mission and vision. 10. Assist and perform other duties as directed. 11. Advising if needed and assigned.

Student Success Center:

1. Administer, score, and/or interpret results of various assessments. 2. Become certified proctor for specialized testing which includes training and background checks. 3. Proctor tests 4. Provide testing accommodations for students, such as reading exams and recording responses 5. Open/close the library and check out library materials as needed. 6. Provide reference services and support students, faculty, staff, and community members in developing information literacy skills through formal and informal instruction, including group presentations. 7. Oversee student use of Student Success Center spaces to maintain a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment. 8. Train, schedule, and supervise student employees, providing guidance in operations and customer service. 9. Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Student Success Center, including Interlibrary Loan, providing support for instructional activities, student needs, and testing as required. 10. Assist with the development of assessment tools; collect and maintain statistical data for planning and assessment 11. Work closely with faculty and coordinator to align resources with program goals and instructional needs. 12. Maintain inventory of office and supplies and reorder materials as necessary. 13. Be able to work evening hours with a flexible schedule. 14. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of the Academic Center.

TRIO:

1. Assist students with challenges they face at a community college. 2. Arrange and oversee academic, leadership, career, and personal enrichment activities. 3. Travel with students to campus activities, leadership activities, and academic enrichment activities. 4. Serve as a resource for students with non-academic personal concerns and refer students as appropriately. 5. Maintain student, project compliance and performance records. 6. Attend staff, state, regional and/or professional meetings to promote continuous professional growth. 7. Work within the TRIO budget to implement and improve academic enrichment activities on and off campus. Northwest Iowa Community College, Sheldon, Iowa Full-time Academic Center Specialist

GENERAL PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL

ACTIVITY N

= Not Applicable O = Occasional (10-33%) C = Constant (67-100%) S = Seldom (1-9%) F = Frequent (34-66%)

O Stooping:

Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.

S Kneeling:

Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee and hands.

O Crouching:

Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.

N Crawling:

Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.

O Reaching:

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

O Standing:

Particularly for sustained periods of time.

F Sitting:

Particularly for sustained periods of time.

O Walking:

Moving about on foot to accomplish task, particularly for longer distances.

S Pushing:

Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward.

S Pulling:

Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.

S Lifting:

Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. (40 lb. boxes)

S Grasping:

Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

C Talking:

Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word either on the telephone or in person.

C Hearing:

Perceiving the nature of sounds.

N Climbing:

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.

N Balancing:

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces, such as roofs, catwalks, etc.

S Repetitive Motion:

Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

C Visual Acuity:

View computer and/or close visual work less than 18" of distance.

S Travel:

By means of transportation to on

•and off-campus facilities, agencies, businesses, etc. (Either own transportation is needed or NCC provides transportation.)

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

None. Worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Conditions are those of a typical office or administrative work. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Northwest Iowa Community College, Sheldon, Iowa Part-Time Learning Center Tutor/Specialist Job Description

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Wage/Salary Range:

TBD based on qualifications

Application Closing Date:

Applications accepted until the position is filled.

Anticipated Employment Date:

Once position is filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS

If submitting by mail, allow sufficient time so that it is received by the closing date. Application screening and interviewing will not be done until after the closing date unless noted otherwise. A Northwest Iowa Community College application form must be completed and submitted by the specified time. A resume may be included, but will not take the place of a fully completed application form. Do not state "See Resume" in place of completing the respective information requested on the application form. Please remember to sign your application. When indicated, copies of all academic transcripts must be included.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed by the appointed selection committee. Only applicants with completed materials will be considered. Appointments will be scheduled with those applicants selected for interviewing. Interview travel costs are at the applicant's expense unless stated otherwise. All applicants will be notified in writing once the position is filled.

FOR INFORMATION CONTACT

Human Resources Office, Northwest Iowa Community College, 603 West Park Street, Sheldon, Iowa 51201; 712-324-5061, ext. 113, or 1-800-352-4907; or e-mail: .

NONDISCRIMINATION IN EDUCATION

It is the policy of Northwest Iowa Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact one of the Equity Coordinators at Northwest Iowa Community College, 603 West Park Street, Sheldon, Iowa, room D403b or room A101D, email equity@nwicc.edu, phone number 712-324-5061, extension 113 or extension 137; or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582,

Telephone:

(303) 844-5695

FAX:

(303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339

Email:

OCR.Denver@ed.gov.

Pay:

From $37,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person