Coordinator, Basic Needs at Pueblo Community College – Pueblo, Colorado

Annual salary is $47,457 or higher depending on experience.

Pueblo Community College is not able to provide sponsorship for applicants who do not currently have the legal right to work in the United States or require transfer of a Visa.

Please Note: An applicant may redact any information on an unofficial transcript that reveals years of attendance, date of graduation, or age.

Must be a resident of the State of Colorado or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment.

Pueblo Community College Statement:
Pueblo Community College (PCC) believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. PCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. We seek leaders committed to these same ideals

Pueblo Community College embraces continuous improvement and has adopted it as its culture and as a necessary part of every job description. Our job descriptions incorporate and utilize the principles and tools of continuous improvement found in the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Open Pathways model. The Open Pathways is unique in that its improvement component, the Quality Initiative, affords institutions the opportunity to pursue improvement projects that meet their current needs and aspirations.

Department Purpose

The Basic Needs Center will oversee day-to-day programming for the grant, developing partnerships, and working directly with students to provide services.

Position Summary

The Project Coordinator will oversee day-to-day programming for the grant, including managing the Basic Needs Center, developing partnerships, and working directly with success coaches, other college staff and students to provide services.

This position has been identified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) in accordance with Department of Education guidelines. As a CSA, the incumbent is required to report crimes that they become aware of to the Department of Public Safety and must attend related annual training.

In accordance with Colorado Revised Statutes 24-50-135, this position has been exempted from the State Personnel System.

Essential Functions

Operations and Administration

• Develop and operate the Basic Needs Center as part of the Student Support and Outreach department.
• Create policies and procedures related to the Center and its services.
• Oversee the budget and all expenditures, collect data, and write/submit periodic reports (in conjunction with the Project Director).

Student Support and Services

• Provide direct support to students and coordinate services with other staff at PCC’s main and satellite campuses.
• Develop guidelines and applications for support and work with the marketing department to ensure the program is reaching targeted students.

Program Development and Evaluation

• Plan and market workshops for students.
• Develop pre- and post-surveys of students served.
• Work with the Steering Committee to analyze programs and make decisions.

Data and Reporting

• Collaborate with the Office of Institutional Research and analyze it in conjunction with the Project Director.
• Collect data and submit periodic reports (in conjunction with the Project Director).

Additional Functions

• Works independently with little supervision or as part of a team.
• Communicates effectively with students, colleagues, and others.
• Interacts professionally and respectfully with students, colleagues, and others.
• Assesses individual and department work processes and recommends improvements.
• Complies with State Fiscal Rules, State Board policies, System and College protocols, and departmental procedures.
• Obtains and maintains proficiency with required systems and equipment.
• Maintains confidentiality of student and employee information as required.
• Completes all required compliance training within the established timeline.
• Serves on committees and other groups as assigned.

Education

Experience

• Ability to track services through Excel or other spreadsheets.
• Experience working with underserved/marginalized populations, especially college students.
• Data collection and analysis experience.
• Prior experience in a social service-related position.
• Excellent communication skills, including writing reports and developing/presenting.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of laws, accreditation standards, and best practices pertaining to state or federal grant administration.
• Ability to read and understand a multi-year budget.
• Experience developing, disseminating, and analyzing surveys.
• Demonstrates ability to collaborate with multiple department/individuals.