EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT SKC

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Custodian - Part-time
Salary Range: $13.21/hour
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

Maintain a clean and safe working environment for all staff, faculty and students. This position will work under a Team System of cleaning all buildings on SKC campus. This position will lead and develop individual teams. This position will supervise and serve as a leadership position with the Team Leaders and the team. Position will follow policy and procedures.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Model and instruct professional behavior to team members
• Become familiar and follow SKC policies and procedures
• Maintain positive working relationships with administration, faculty, staff, supervisorsand team members
• Responsible for the verification of job completion and hours worked of team members
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms, doors and door handles
• Clean carpets, mats, hard floors and walls
• Clean windows and light fixtures
• Dust and clean/sanitize furniture
• Remove all garbage and keep trash containers clean
• Empty cigarette butts in containers and pick-up those on the grounds
• Perform seasonal outside work as required
• Maintain and upkeep cleaning equipment
• Maintain and upkeep vehicles (check fluids and keep clean)

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED
• Must have the ability to work as a team player and possess good work ethics

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for:
Vice President of Academic Affairs
Salary Range: $75,000- $85,000 DOEE
Closing Date: April 28, 2023, 4:00 PM

General Summary:

Under the direction of the President, the Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA) serves as the chief academic officer of the college and is responsible for educational/academic policies, programs, and personnel. The VPAA has primary leadership responsibilities for planning, implementing, coordinating, and assessing the educational programs of the College. In assuming these responsibilities, the VPAA must work closely with Academic Deans, other administrators, and members of the faculty. While the managerial functions related to academic divisions, curriculum, and instruction rest with the respective Deans, the VPAA serves as a leader in longterm planning of educational programs, assuring quality of instruction, selection and development of a distinguished faculty, and furthering the strategic plan, the educational master plan, and the goals and objectives of Salish Kootenai College (SKC). The VPAA will be accountable for achievement of College goals and objectives within the scope of Academic Affairs as set forth in the College’s Strategic Plan, and for assessing and meeting the educational and vocational needs of our community members.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides strong, dynamic academic and administrative leadership, fostering a collegial environment which encourages scholarship, teaching, and learning excellence;
• Provides innovative, effective, and successful academic leadership and vision in academic instruction and educational program development;
• Responsible for actively leading a shared collaborative vision that guides the college’s academic programs into the future, working effectively with community groups, educational entities and Tribal organizations to develop partnerships which result in improved academic offerings and related service to students and to the community. This includes, but is not limited to, building or enhancing distance education opportunities and overseeing the curricular and academic alignment of contract and community education programs administered under EMSA (e.g. Dual Enrollment, CEU’s, and
  Academic Success Workshops);
• Inspires collegial engagement with constituencies through meaningful support of the mission and vision of Salish Kootenai College;
• Collaboratively works with administration and faculty leadership to actively contribute to decisions consistent with the Institution’s mission and goals;
• Advocates and promotes quality instruction, student success, integrated planning, and the expansion of Student Learning Outcomes to meet the educational needs of students in a Tribal college environment;
• Collaboratively works with the instructional staff, faculty, Department Chairs, and Deans in the development and improvement of all educational programs, including the maintenance and accountability of standards and assessment;
  Ensures the compliance and accountability of instructional staff, faculty, and faculty leadership to administer and manage grants, budgets, and financial best practices;
• Ensures the compliance and accountability of instructional staff, faculty, Department Chairs, and Deans to all Office of Institutional Effectiveness requests that support the institution, including but not limited to accreditation, course scheduling, academic course reviews, academic program reviews, data collection, and student success assessments;
• Ensures faculty collaboration in efforts to provide student centric scheduling to accommodate the largest population
  of students;
• Collaborates with all institutional entities to ensure effective implementation and oversight of Student Learning Outcomes;
• Provides guidance to the Deans, Department Chairs, and the Curriculum Committee regarding the planning,
  implementation and review of academic programs, services, activities and related matters;
• Participates in the planning of new facilities for the purposes of instruction and related student services;
• Provides oversight and supervision of library services and personnel;
• Collaborates with HR, Deans, and Department Chairs to ensure effective recruitment and selection of faculty, and
  make recommendations for employment to the President;
• Understands and promotes the effective role and use of technology and online programming in the instructional
  environment to meet student needs and provide the best pedagogical deliveries to ensure success for today’s students;
• Within the Academic Affairs area, reviews, distributes, and actively supports new grant opportunities and their implementation, administration, and proper reporting.

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge and experience in student learning outcome assessment, development, and implementation;
• Knowledge of computers and computer applications that support management systems and business office functions;
• Knowledge and experience in curriculum development and innovation;
• Knowledge and experience in accreditation self-evaluation and service on an accreditation evaluation team;
• Knowledge and experience in collaborative leadership, teamwork, and strength-based approaches to facilitate student
  success.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION ARE:

• Master’s degree in education (or closely related discipline), Doctorate preferred, with at least 5 years’ experience in
  educational supervision and commitment to earning a doctorate from an accredited institution within 5 years;
• Three years teaching experience in higher education with a demonstrated student-centered philosophy of education;
• Understanding of the mission and vision of Salish Kootenai College, the role of Tribal colleges, and their educational
  and financial issues;
• Demonstrated experience with strategic planning and data-driven decision-making;
• Experience with meeting accreditation standards, implementing institutional policies and procedures, and abiding by
  federal regulations;
• Demonstrated record of fiscal responsibility and accountability;
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate collaborative advocacy to address the needs of underprepared, first generation, and
  low income students;
• Demonstrated commitment to academic quality and standards for post-secondary education;
• Knowledge of or experience with both academic and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and services
  including contemporary issues or trends;
• Knowledge of post-graduation career placement trends;
• Demonstrated ability to enhance the development of personnel and maintain accountability standards and best
  practices while fostering a professional and supportive environment (preferably in an educational setting);
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and cooperatively with all students, staff, faculty, and faculty leadership with
  understanding of the unique needs, culture, and heritage of Native Americans in an educational environment;
• Demonstrated support for and encouragement of faculty and student scholarship;
• Demonstrated ability to work with administration, staff, faculty, and faculty leadership to achieve goals in a supportive
  and inspirational manner.

This is a full-time, 12 month position and must be willing to work on campus (not remote).

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Early Learning Center (ELC) Lead Toddler Teacher (9.5 months)
Salary: $22.48 - $23.22/hour DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled.

General Summary:

In accordance with the SKC Mission Statement, the Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher’s basic function is to provide safe and healthy learning environments and interactions for children enrolled in the Salish Kootenai College Early Learning Center.  The Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher will support the learning of children through collaboration with parents, staff members, and other teachers at the Early Learning Center.  The Toddler Lead Teacher will develop weekly lesson plans, implement activities, observe children’s progress, and document findings in accordance with Center curriculum and assessment policies.

This is a 9.5-month position with 12-month benefits including health insurance, life insurance and retirement.  The Early Learning Center closes during the summer and the work schedule follows the academic schedule.  Therefore, the job is full time on a 9.5-month schedule. There are a number of paid holidays during the year and full-time employees can take up to 6 credits per quarter tuition free with supervisor approval.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Promote, encourage and guide a classroom environment that promotes healthy social-emotional, language, physical, cognitive and creative development:
  • Assist in supervision of Toddler teacher, support teachers, and student observers.
  • Giving children support and demonstrating respect
  • Teaching in the lab-school and provide modeling of best practices in the field specific to the developmental needs of the children enrolled.
  • Take on mentorship of enrolled students as they pass through the lab for field experiences. Help them integrate specific routines and a variety of development, individual and culturally appropriate approaches in early childhood settings.
  • Acting as Primary Care Giver to children assigned to your care.
  • Planning and implementing individualized lessons for children with the supervision and collaboration of other teachers at the Early Learning Center
  • Organizing a positive and stimulating learning environment
  • Assuming an equal share of Center housekeeping responsibilities
  • Ensuring that children are supervised at all times indoors and outdoors
  • Completing all needed paperwork, including lesson plans, documentation and observations of children
  • Complying with universal precautions in dealing with cleaning, sanitation, disinfecting, handwashing, use of disposable gloves and disposal of infectious wastes
  • Utilizing positive guidance techniques to teach children while guiding their behavior
• Function as a contributing member of the Early Learning Center’s team by interacting with and supporting the program’s philosophy and policies through:
  • Attendance at all staff meetings, recommended trainings and conferences
  • Meet and complete all State of Montana and STARS mandated trainings and responsibilities.
  • Maintaining confidentiality regarding children, parents, families and co-workers
  • Reporting and discussing incidents and issues with the director in a timely manner
  • Complying with all standards in operating the Childcare Center including the SKC Mission Statement, Childcare Mission
  • Statement, and the NAEYC code of Ethical Conduct
  • Assume the duties of the Director in cases of absence of Director and assistant Director to maintain order at the Center
    Develop Classroom Portfolios in accordance with the NAEYC Accreditation Standards
  • Use the Ages and Stages assessment tool with children and parents
  • Participate in child screenings, including the ASQ-SE and ASQ3 Developmental Screening (Infants/Toddlers) or Dial-4 Screening tool (Preschool)
  • Participate and effectively interact in all infant/toddler (0-3) activities including but not limited to
    1. Sitting and playing on the floor
    2. Crawling, walking, running, skipping, jumping, and climbing
    3. Walking with wagons and strollers
    4. Sitting in child-sized furniture for extended periods of time
    5. Standing up and sitting down frequently
    6. Lifting and manipulating toys, equipment and children up to 50 lbs.
    7. Engaging in play
    8. Change diapers, feed children and clean/disinfect as a regular part of duties
  • Greeting parents/guardians and other visitors. Develop a partnership relationship with parents/guardians to work as a cohesive team to support the needs of the child and family.
  • Participating in special events and meetings for parents and children
  • Supervision of volunteers, parent exchange volunteers, work study students, and childcare aides
  • Planning and implementation of parent participation activities
  • Assist the team in preparing a monthly Center newsletter
  • Assist the Director in explaining the program to visitors
  • Assist the Director in ensuring the coordination of all classroom activities, staff, and student relations.

Qualifications:

• EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
  2 years documented experience working with infants and toddlers, age’s birth to 3 years in a formal early childhood setting such as an
• Early Head Start classroom, a childcare facility, family childcare setting, etc.
• Knowledge of child development ages 0-3 years
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or willing to obtain certification upon hire.
• Current on required immunizations or ability to become current upon hire
• Ability to work with people of varying backgrounds and ethnic groups
• Ability to take direction and work independently

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, kneel, sit, and occasionally lift 25 to 50 pounds.

Must pass a State of Montana background check as part of State Daycare licensing.  The selected individual must pass a pre-hire drug screen and will be subject to random drug testing.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for:  SKC Early Learning Center Assistant 10 month position
Salary: $15.17 - $15.99 per hour DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled.

General Summary

The Early Learning Assistant performs a variety of duties at our center that could include reading, sitting, playing, eating with children, helping in the nap room, in the classroom and playground. Other duties may include household and kitchen duties such as laundry, general cleaning of space, prepping materials, and assisting in the kitchen as needed. The position is under supervision of the Director and Assistant Director. The employee will be required to follow licensing health and safety requirements.

Qualifications specific to this position:

1. 18 years of age or older.
2. Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education , P-3 or Elementary Education
3. 1 year documented experience working with birth to 5 years (preferred)

General qualifications:

• Must pass Montana State Mandated Criminal Record Check including fingerprinting and state mandated background check.
• Must have current or be willing to obtain Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED training
• Current on required immunizations or ability to become current upon hire
• Ability to work with people of varying backgrounds and ethnic groups
• Ability to take direction and work independently

Physical demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, kneel, sit, and occasionally lift 25 to 50 pounds.

This is a full-time, 10 month position and must be willing to work on campus (not remote).

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Clinical Instructor/Clinical Resource Registered Nurse Part-time Nursing Department (9-month term)
Salary: $35.00 per hour - 14 hours per week
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Position is a part time, 14 hours per week position.

This position is responsible for clinical instruction. This position requires the instructor to keep current on evidence-based approach to skills; and provide a learning environment that allows students to meet the educational outcomes of the BSN Nursing Program. To achieve these outcomes, faculty and students form a partnership in an atmosphere of stewardship and mutual respect.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Clinical Instruction
   1. Maintain ongoing and collaborative work relationships with nursing clinical level leads, faculty members, clinical facilities, students, and close communication with the Program Director.
   2. Effectively communicate clinical guidelines and procedures to students.
   3. Support student learning throughout the clinical learning experience by maintaining open and professional communication with students and clinical preceptors.
   4. Maintain communication with students regarding their clinical project for support and to reinforce learning.
   5. Assist with assessment and evaluation tools as requested.
   6. Attend all select faculty meetings.
2. Professional Development
   1. Participate in professional organizations.
   2. Achieve advanced degrees and certification.
   3. Maintain proficiency in teaching and clinical practice.
   4. Develop expertise in Native American culture relating to health care and education.
   5. Attends selected professional development activities.

Minimum Qualification

BSN required. MSN preferred.  Must possess RN licensure in Montana. Must possess excellent skills in communication, collaboration, computer applications such as an EMR and able to work in a fast-paced team environment. Must be able to work a minimum of 12-hour shift in healthcare organizations. Preferred higher education experience in teaching at the BSN level; prefer a minimum of three years of clinical experience.

Salish Kootenai College seeks applicants for: SKC Loan Officer/Financial Aid Assistant (12-month)
Salary Range: $17.84 - $18.72 DOEE
Closing Date: May 19th, 2023, 4:00 pm

General Summary

The SKC Loan Officer/Financial Aid Assistant serves two primary duties:

1. Direct Loan Processing and Recording - help students obtain financial assistance from the direct loan services provided by the Department of Education Federal Direct Student Loans. This position will be responsible for all loan application processing for Subsidized Loans, Unsubsidized loans and providing accurate and current Loan Counseling and financial literacy for students. The loan officer will be responsible for maintaining loan application files in compliance with the Federal Direct Loan Rules and Regulations and the policies and procedures of Salish Kootenai College; calculating student eligibility and packaging accurate calculations, maintaining reconciliation and closeout figurations with Salish Kootenai College Business Office and Department of Education.
2. Financial Aid Assistant – provide student with related information, respond to concerns, solve technical problems, and educate/instruct in financial aid processes. This position is also responsible for maintaining files in compliance with Federal rules and regulations and the policies and procedures of Salish Kootenai College including record keeping and general office procedures. Further responsibilities include but are not limited to: counseling students; assisting with development of handbooks, policies and procedures manuals, brochures, and other materials; and assisting with default management.

Duties and Responsibilities

1) Direct Loan Processing and Recording

• Extensive knowledge of borrower eligibility, master promissory note (MPN), DL Awards and Payments, uses of COD to make a Direct Loan, drawing down and disbursing funds, reconciliation and closeout, borrower care.
• Calculate student eligibility and package Federal Direct Loans.
• Prepare student records and then export electronic loan applications in the Direct Loan Format from all software necessary.
• Default Prevention
• Coordinate and Instruct Direct Loan Entrance/Exit counseling; Financial Aid Literacy for students.
• Transmitting Loan Origination and Disbursement Data.
• Import of Loan Applications into Software.
• Correspondence of reconciliation with Business Office and Department of Education

2) Financial Aid Assistant

• Understanding financial aid requirements, rules and regulations, policies and procedures of PELL, FSEOG, Federal College work-study, Federal Direct Loans and other available educational funding.
• Maintain student files in compliance with the Department of Education rules and regulations and policies and procedures of SKC.
• Perform verification of student’s financial aid by documenting all data on students’ applications in compliance with Department of Education rules and regulations.
• Determine student’s eligibility to receive financial aid.
• Evaluate and determine student financial aid budgets.
• Award financial aid according to Pell grant eligibility and expected family contribution.
• Calculate awards student will receive ad prepare award letter.
• Determine if student is in default or owes a repayment at another institution.
• Monitor all information in students file for conflicting information.
• Assist with default management.
• Provide basic counseling to students as related primarily to financial aid, and other departmental responsibilities.
• Assist with evaluating student’s grades on a quarterly basis to determine whether student is making satisfactory academic progress.
• Sign drop/add slips for student’s, and counsel students of the results of this action.
• Extensive knowledge of computer system with entering, updating, sending and receiving student data set up and maintenance of individual student files; set up maintenance and tracking of all financial aid documents.
• Assist with updating departmental documentation as needed.
• Assist department with organizing and coordinating events: TCU Summer Meeting, SKC Graduation. Teach Financial Literacy mini workshops.

Qualifications 

• Associate’s Degree in business administration or closely related field
• Experience working with Native American populations in a technical or professional capacity
• Experience reading, interpreting, and abiding by federal rules regulations, policies, and procedures (e.g. PELL, FSEOG, Federal College work-study, Federal Direct Loans and other available educational funding)
• Demonstrated ability to function collegially in a team setting and to work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and students
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, Faculty, staff, and public in both written and oral communications
• Experience in customer service or office setting that can translate positively to the position (e.g. Possess a pleasing telephone manner, diplomatic skills, and tact in dealing with the general public, students, staff, and faculty)
• Work experience with confidentiality and privacy in a business, work, or professional setting (e.g. Knowledge of Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act Regulations)
• Proficiency in computer and office software (e.g. Google Documents, Excel, PowerPoint, Pivot Tables, Powerfaids, Jenzabar or related software).
• Verified work experience demonstrating the ability to take initiative and complete complex tasks with minimal supervision using critical thinking skills to independently overcome obstacles.
• Possess excellent Public Speaking, organizational and planning skills that allow easy to understand translation of complex and abstract ideas to the general public.
• Demonstrated skills in communication, interpersonal relations, office management, records management, supervision, office procedures, and bookkeeping as evidenced by work experience on the submitted application/resume.

Additional Preferred Qualifications/knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA’s)  

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to prioritize, coordinate, and manage duties
• Perform a variety of complex tasks independently and be self-directing and motivated.
• Provide role modeling to students of professional working relationships, including but not limited to: Interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, Organizational, conflict management, and teamwork skills and citizenship skills.
• Attend all departmental, division, and institutional meetings as required
• Update and maintain departmental records
• Practice and maintain appropriate role as representative of SKC outside the campus environment
• Know and follow SKC administrative policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned, employee assists the Financial Aid Director with daily office operations.

SKC Benefits

The institution contributes up to $650.00 per month for health insurance for one person.  There are many high-quality health insurance programs where the employee does not have to contribute to the monthly cost/premium. There are comparable family health insurance benefits.

Additional benefits include the option to take up to 6 credits per quarter at SKC at no cost.

There are many cultural and enrichment courses available.

The SKC Campus is 100 miles south of Glacier National Park and recreation opportunities abound including boating, swimming, hiking, and skiing.

Salish Kootenai College seeks applicants for: Early Learning Center (ELC) Lead Toddler Teacher 9.5 month
Salary Range: $22.48-$23.22/hour DOEE
Closing Date: May 5, 2023 4:00 PM

SUMMARY

In accordance with the SKC Mission Statement, the Lead Teacher’s basic function is to provide safe and healthy learning environments and interactions for children enrolled in the Salish Kootenai College Childcare Center.  The Lead Teacher will support the learning of children through the collaboration with parents, staff members, and other teachers at the Childcare Center.  The Lead Teacher will develop weekly lesson plans, implement activities, observe children’s progress, and document findings in accordance with Center curriculum and assessment policies.

Must pass a pre-hire UA and State of Montana background check as part of State Daycare licensing.

This is a 9.5-month position with 12-month benefits including health insurance, life insurance and retirement.

Qualifications (Education and Experience):

• EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Minimum three (3) years documented experience as the lead classroom teacher in an early childhood setting birth to age 5 years preferred.
• Knowledge of child development ages 2-5 years
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or willing to obtain certification upon hire.
• Current on required immunizations or ability to become current upon hire
• Ability to work with people of varying backgrounds and ethnic groups
• Ability to take direction and work independently

Salish Kootenai College seeks applicants for: Director of Academic Success
Salary Range: $44,310 – $46.656 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary

The Department of Academic Success is primarily responsible for overseeing the coordination and implementation of student supports that promote academic success, retention/persistence initiatives, and community education programming.  The Director of Academic Success supervises, directs, and manages DAS personnel, grants, and programs that support a variety of student services and adult/community education programs. These services and programs include but are not limited to:

• Academic Success course and workshop offerings
• Developmental Studies programming
• College placement exams
• Campus wide tutoring services
• Continuing Education (CEU) Program
• High School Equivalency Program (Hi-SET)
• GEAR UP First Year Services
• Community outreach, engagement, and service programming
• Retention and Persistence support services and outreach
• Supporting EMSA Grant writing and implementation for relevant support/services

The Director also supervises the Assistant Director, who oversees retention and first-year student programming, the early alert system, and the Success Team.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Train, supervise, and evaluate departmental staff.
• Develop and maintain multiple program budgets.
• Identify, pursue, and maintain grant opportunities to support and grow program offerings. This includes writing grant proposals, implementing grants, maintain budgets, and reporting.
• Report to SKC administration, Board of Directors, and other stakeholders as required, as well as coordinate with the Montana Office of Public Instruction and other outside compliance offices as required to maintain certifications and programming requirements.
• Manage placement-testing services.
• Coordinate various tutoring services across campus, including direct oversight of the Writing Center
• Collaborate with and maintain positive working relationships with academic and non-academic departments across campus to coordinate holistic student supports and implement retention/persistence efforts.
• Actively participate in campus initiatives and grant work related to retention, holistic student supports, and community education.
• Use data management systems to collect and analyze data, create reports, and make data-informed decisions to improve student retention and persistence.
• Supervise the CEU program, maintaining agreements and compliance requirements.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and coordination of courses, workshops, and other educational offerings within the areas of Academic Success and Developmental Studies, both within and outside of DAS.
• Supervise and participate in the development of community outreach and engagement efforts, and campus service-learning work.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in the SKC campus community as a member on self-selected and assigned college committees.
• Represent the College professionally within the community.
• Maintain professional and ethical behaviors, including confidentiality, timeliness, and accountability for work.

Minimum Qualifications

Successful applicants must possess or be able to demonstrate:

• A bachelor’s degree in education, social services, or related field (master’s degree preferred).
• Five years of experience teaching and/or providing student academic support or social services which may include a combination of, but is not limited to, advising, academic and career counseling, community educational outreach, clinical counseling, or similar relevant experience.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and administrative skills with at least 2 years supervisory or oversight duties.
• Experience writing and administering grants.
• Experience with adult learning theories, developmental studies, workplace literacy, distance/online learning, and/or academic assessment procedures.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills required to successfully complete the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with departmental, institutional, and outside agency faculty, staff, and professionals.
• Strong, overall organizational skills and attention to detail, with an ability to plan and manage multiple projects concurrently

 This is a full-time, 12 month position and must be willing to work on campus (not remote).

Salish Kootenai College seeks applicants for: Student Experience & Campus Life Coordinator
Salary Range: $17.30 - $19.23 per hour DOEE
Closing Date: June 7, 2023; 4:00 p.m.

General Summary

The Student Experience and Campus Life Coordinator serves as a leader and primary person responsible for non-academic student experiences on campus including residential housing and Student Union programming.  Part of the position includes actively guiding and participating with Student Government and their interaction with on campus clubs. The position maintains a visible presence on campus and is actively engaged in the creation and support of housing-focused events, serves as a role model and facilitator to student leaders, and promotes student and organizational excellence and best practices.

Tasks include the implementation of student development concepts through programs and discipline, success coaching, programming, monitoring of facilities, and support of College programs and efforts. Work hours will include weekends and evenings due to program and event scheduling. Expect to work late afternoon/evening shifts and weekends at least 50% of the time to keep Student Union open after regular business hours and to support campus activities and Student Senate.

This position supervises and trains Resident Assistants (RAs) and work study students. Oversight and supervision of RAs and Work Study students is expected.  This team will work towards providing the best experience for students on campus by promoting diverse and robust programming through innovative thinking, cross collaboration, and campus community engagement.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated driven leader with strong communication and organizational skills, an understanding and commitment to inclusive communities, indigenous issues, cultural competency, and student development.

This is a 12 month Full time position with Benefits

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the community development in Student Housing through programming and student interactions. Maintain a visible and positive presence at activities and on campus.
• Manage utilization and staff of the Student Union.
• Supervise two to three Resident Assistants (RAs) who provide engagement and programming to students in the Dorm.
• Supervise one to two student employees to staff the Student Union and support position programming.
• Provide RAs and student staff with daily supervision, professional development, opportunities for personal growth, and evaluation.
• Schedule RA and student employee shifts, oversee programming developed by RAs and student employees.
• Serve as Advisor or support existing Advisors to the Student Senate, SKC Ambassadors, and other student organizations as needed.
• Prepare and monitor budgets and inventories for Residential Life activities.
• Prepare, Organize, Market, and Implementation of Summer Programming for on campus residents
• Organize, prepare, and implement workshops/trainings to improve student outcomes.
• Collaboratively create promotional materials for Student Life activities and Student Housing.
• Participate in campus events and tours.
• Develop and maintain a student calendar of events that can be shared on social media and other student platforms
• Monitor and contribute to social media platforms where appropriate to promote, track, and highlight student experiences on campus
• Engage students in campus community service initiatives to help maintain a clean and safe campus.
• Report all unusual resident incidents as they occur, including emergency notification of supervisors.
• Understand and abide by the objectives, policies, and fiscal procedures of the Department of Housing and Residential Life and established SKC processes.
• Occasionally provide transportation to students to events off-campus, including once-weekly Walmart trips.
• Occasionally work nights and weekends as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Outgoing, Charismatic, self-motivated individual capable of engaging with the SKC student demographic
• Experience or knowledge about CSKT cultural activities and practices
• Completion of at least 1 year of college fulltime coursework from an accredited college or university is required (Associates’ degree or higher Preferred).
• Experience in planning, coordinating, marketing, and/or executing social and/or educational programming. Student, cultural, or personal experience may be considered.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent Time Management and organizational skills
• Ability to appropriately use SKC social media to enhance student experiences
• Driver’s license and ability to drive, including passenger vans.
• Ability to regularly work non-traditional hours, including nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supervisory and Leadership Experience.
• Preference will be given to applicants with a degree in communications, education, social work, or other field closely related to the position.
• Strong computer software skills.
• Experience with design software (examples: Canva, Photoshop)
• Experience with Leadership roles including student governance and club officer

*This is a Security Sensitive Position

*Must be able and willing to drive college vehicles with up to 15 passengers in support of the position

Salish Kootenai College seeks applicants for: SKC Bookstore Director
Salary Range: $17.30 - $19.23 per hour DOEE
Closing Date: June 7, 2023; 4:00 p.m.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Bookstore Director is responsible for the overall management and operations of the retail store on the SKC campus, including, but not limited to, the following: personnel management, purchasing for resale, sales, receiving/distribution, warehousing, information systems, financial management, customer relations, and service activities. The Director ensures a professional store image and merchandise offerings, displays and visual appearances are up-to-date with the current consumer trends. The Director manages and oversees the operation of the Grab and Go Food service and coffee bar located within the store.  The Director maintains responsibility for shipping and receiving standards. The Director implements College policies and procedures in day-to-day operations in alignment with SKC’s mission and vision.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage and supervise all Store operations.

Business Operations

Provide administrative supervision of store operations.

Assess academic and institutional inventory needs for all resale, general merchandise, and food services. Work with vendors, sales representatives, administration, faculty and staff to assess needs, delivery dates, price and availability of merchandise for resale.

Maintain adequate selection of local and other tribal histories, office supplies, casual and professional attire/merchandise, and limited grab and go food products.

Generate purchase orders, set pricing for resale, and authorize payment to vendors. Oversee the payment of invoices, purchase orders, and check requests. Develop methods and procedures, which obtain greater efficiency and profitability within each department. Maintain budgetary monitoring and general accounts. Analyze financial data. Review the marketing strategies of the department with the objectives of the college mission and vision.

Oversee annual Inventory management. Participate in the physical inventory of merchandise and data entry into point of sales system annually.  Provide campus comptroller with supporting documentation necessary for year-end audit.

 Coordinate data management, comply with reporting requirements and prepare reports as needed.  Gather and compile informational data from campus software and point of sales program to produce administrative reports as requested.

Maintain cash register and oversee activities in areas of purchases, returns, exchanges, and credit card transactions. Address operational and long term goals, including cash handling, pricing standards, loss prevention, book buyback and customer relations.

Ensure the store maintains compliance with the current revision of the Higher Education Opportunity Act, book price comparisons, and college policies and procedures.

Customer Service

Provide positive public relations and customer service to all external and internal customers. Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy and responsibility even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions. Display empathy and positive regard for others in written verbal and non-verbal communications.

Address complaints and resolve problems by exercising independent judgments in the application of established procedures and routines while maintaining a professional, respectful demeanor.

Food Services

Mange the Grab and Go food service counter including but not limited to inventory control; stocking; menu or item selections; preparations or vendor relations to maintain adequate selections for resale; ensuring that all adequate staffing levels and training are maintained to meet operational needs; ensuring all staff are trained on receiving procedures and store customer service, merchandising, and loss prevention expectations; and ensuring the store is operating in compliance with current business standards (payment processing, accounting, and reporting standards).

SKC Textbooks

Management of the textbook selection process including but not limited to: messaging and communications; vendor relations; regular and timely communication with Department chairs concerning completion of quarterly textbook selections and material needs; assisting students with access to system as needed; and maintenance of related website materials, links, and guides.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:

1. Bachelors in business, finance, accounting, marketing, consumer relations, or related field with at least 2 years’ experience in a retail or customer service environment OR some college experience (1 year minimum) in similar discipline with at least 5 years’ management experience in a retail or customer service environment;
2. Supervisory experience (over 1 year preferred);
3. Applied administrative experience with; conducting business operations, record keeping, following professional policies and procedures, and working collaboratively in teams;
4.  Strong social, written, and verbal communication skills and possess a confident enthusiastic demeanor effective in communicating and interpreting department policies and procedures for others and be able to make sound judgments in a timely manner;
5. Must be highly organized and detail orientated with an ability to effectively handle multiple competing priorities/ tasks despite interruptions with civility and a calm demeanor;
6. Experience with human relations, and conflict resolution;
7. Excellent independent and collaborative planning and time management skills;
8. Working knowledge of relevant local and regional resources available;
9. Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports and records;
10. Proficient in business related computer software (e.g. POS, Word, Excel, Access, and the Web) with ability to write and format routine business correspondence, reports, documents, manuals, and presentations;
11. Competency in self-direction and judgment with ability to make sound and timely decisions is required.

This is a full-time, 12 month position and must be willing to work on campus (not remote).