Department Assistant - Corrections, IMCC New
Kirkwood Community College
JOB GOAL:
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To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Under limited supervision, the office coordinator performs clerical work at the administrative level such as composing routine correspondence, word processing documents, maintaining budgets and records, administering official HSED exams, and obtaining and providing factual information requiring knowledge of policies and procedures of the Iowa Medical and Classification Center, Kirkwood Community College, and the Iowa Department of Corrections. A degree of independent judgment and cooperation with other employees and programs is essential. The position also involves working with confidential information.
The usual work hours for this position is Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.
Limited Term Position – Continuation of this position is contingent upon future funding from the Iowa Department of Corrections
UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
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- Maintain class schedules and student records through the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access,) ICON, CASAS TE, and other software programs.
- Answer telephones, provide information, route calls, and operate basic office equipment.
- Maintain and order classroom materials and supplies.
- Assist with the compiling of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports
- Assist with new and current students, as well as workshops, conferences, and other activities.
- Administer official HSED testing sessions.
- Perform other related work duties as assigned.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:
- Be able and willing to represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve.
- Demonstrate coordinating abilities and organizational skills.
- With knowledge of office practices and procedures, be able to act responsibly in the absence of the Instructor/Coordinator.
- Deal effectively and courteously with students, staff and members of the community.
- Possess ability to adapt to a work situation inside a medium/maximum security institution housing convicted offenders.
- Possess strong human relations skills and be able to interact with diverse personalities.
- Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.
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. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
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Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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- High school diploma or equivalency required.
EEO AA/STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572, equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
WHY KIRKWOOD:
Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Kirkwood offers a wide range of employee benefits. Read more about them here!
Job ID: 98957
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