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Strive Mentor (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)
Job Description
Serve as a mentor to Native American high school students during STRIVE- a 4 day/3-night summer symposium at the COCC Bend campus.
Terms of Employment:
Terms of Employment:
- This is a part-time (<.50 FTE) Temporary Hourly/Non-Benefited position
- Requires flexible work schedule, which may include evenings and/or weekends as well as travel throughout the district when needed.
- COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.
- The College is NOT able to support Visa applications for this position. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered for this position.
- Upon hire, must pass criminal and/or driving history; only information relevant to the position will be considered.
Essential Functions:
- Supervise students throughout symposium making sure students are meeting expectations, monitor behavior and engagement and encourage participation
- Participate in and/or lead all activities while providing guidance to students
- Assist STRIVE Coordinators with all logistics including check in/check-out, material distributions, etc.
- Serve as a mentor/leader to address/listen to student concerns.
- Other duties as assigned
- Available for two training day(s) and additional debrief day
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.
- Knowledge and skill in working effectively within Native American communities.
- Interact professionally with students, families, professors, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to manage conflicts within and/or between groups.
- Experience with email, Internet, word-processing, and spreadsheets (preferably experience with MS Office Suite products).
- Demonstrated experience in leadership activities.
- Strong skills in working effectively in a team environment
Physical Demands and Other Ergonomic Requirements:
Work will be performed in and out of classroom settings. Mentors are required to stay on campus for the entire duration of the program. There will be physical components of the symposium including but not limited to hiking, walking, climbing stairs, siting, singing, dancing, etc. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCCs EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School diploma or bachelors degree
- Must be a current or former COCC student
Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
THIS RECRUITMENT IS HIRING FOR AN ON-CALL TEMPORARY HOURLY NON-BENEFITED POSITION, TO ASSIST WITH SCHEDULING VACANCIES AND REPLACEMENT NEEDS.
NOTE: You may be required to upload required documents indicated in this posting at the time you apply. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to upload all required documents, including transcript(s). If you have questions please contact Human Resources at 541-383-7216.
NOTE: You may be required to upload required documents indicated in this posting at the time you apply. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to upload all required documents, including transcript(s). If you have questions please contact Human Resources at 541-383-7216.
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