EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT SKC

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Social Work Instructor
Salary Range: $41,000 - $43,000
Closing Date: Monday, May 6, 2019, 4:00 PM

The primary responsibilities of this position are to design and instruct college-level courses in the field of social work, including but not limited to social work practice, social welfare policy, human behavior, and ethics and to assist in the process of maintaining a fully accredited program.

The social work instructor collaborates with administration, faculty and staff to meet the needs of the college, the department and the students. In summary, this includes coordination of departmental activities; maintenance of departmental records; development of course content, syllabi, and assessment instruments, teaching, student advising, and mentoring; preparation of schedules, catalog sections, and assessment reports; support activities and committees for the college; and other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. MSW degree from an accredited college or university
2. Two years of post-MSW field experience serving vulnerable populations.
3. Experience working with Native American populations.
4. Proficient in PowerPoint and MS Office applications.
5. Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills.
6. Ability to work professionally and cooperatively with faculty, staff and both internal and external stakeholders.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience and/or skill teaching at the undergraduate level; knowledge of academic/student affairs
2. Experience in student advising and mentoring
3. Ability to use and teach students to use various technologies.
4. Knowledge of CSWE accreditation process, including monitoring and evaluating program outcomes.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Accounting Technician II
Salary Range: $11.41 - $13.52 per hour DOE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary

This position prepares all receipting for SKC and all SKC auxiliaries, proofing all check request and purchase orders prior to processing, responsible for in-coming and out-going mail, back up for receptionist and assisting all other Business Office personnel as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

AA degree in business or 3 years working experience in the accounting field. Must be detail oriented, proficient in 10-key and computer literate with experience in data entry, Excel and Word is required. Must be able to multi-task, work in a fast paced environment. Individual must have the ability to work within a team setting, establish and maintain effective working relationships, maintain confidentiality and strong public relations are a must. Individual must have the ability to carry out normal responsibilities and be flexible in meeting unusual situations with professionalism. Must have a positive attitude and bring enthusiasm to the department.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Hospitality Instructor
Salary Range: $38,000 -$40,000 DOE
Closing Date: Monday, April 29, 2019, 4:00 PM

The instructor in the hospitality program will be responsible for delivering courses in the new Certificate of Completion in Hospitality as well as short-term trainings in areas such as customer service and supervisory roles. Also responsible for assisting with development and management of the hospitality program.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Develop, evaluate, and teach courses and short-term training in hospitality-related areas. Maintain office hours and serve as faculty advisor for students in the program. Participate in program budgeting and management of course materials/supplies. Participate in program marketing, student recruitment and retention, and serve as faculty advisor for students in the program. Complete grant-related responsibilities including reporting student data. Assist with development and monitoring of student learning outcomes measures. Follow college policies and procedures. Work with local industry partners and develop and maintain a workforce advisory committee for the Hospitality Program. Collaborate with SKC’s Continuing Education Department to develop and teach continuing education courses in related fields.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree in Hospitality Management or related field or Associate Degree in Business and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a management role or equivalent in the hospitality industry. Preferred qualifications are a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field and a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a manager or equivalent in the hospitality. industry and/or experience teaching in a hospitality program. Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver courses in hospitality. Demonstrated skills in effective written and verbal communication and team work. Ability to use computers including Microsoft software. Understanding of the Salish Kootenai College mission and vision.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: TRiO Student Academic Success Coach
Salary Range: $15.00 - $16.30 per hour DOE
Closing Date: Monday, May 6, 2019, 4:00 PM

The TRiO Student Academic Success Coach supports the Student Support Services goals: improving student persistence, academic standing, and graduation rates. The Academic and Retention Advisor is the main source of academic, personal, and career guidance for Student Support Services participants.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Work student/outreach services staff and faculty, and assist with developing and monitoring retention plans for ensuring student success of program participants.
2. Monitor academic reporting systems for early alert to students’ performance and academic progress risk, thus identifying and providing timely interventions for those whose behaviors indicate a lack of academic success strategies.
3. Analyze retention and attrition data to identify trends and potential solutions of SSS participants. Notify counselors and faculty of SSS student issues relating to performance, and potential disqualifications.
4. Assist and refer SSS students for academic skills assistance, including tutoring, counseling, and/or career guidance. Assist students to connect with advocate peers and draw upon support services such as counseling, financial aid, and targeted student resources.
5. Provide advising services with a focus on persistence and completion, career readiness, financial literacy, academic and social integration and transfer options. Train SSS students in techniques to monitor their own progress toward achieving educational, personal, and career goals, financial aid preparation.
6. Maintain documentation of SSS student interactions with counselors and faculty. Compiles, data, generates standardized reports, and prepares documentation for program files and individual student records.
7. Provide one (minimum) workshop per month for students in the areas of Financial Literacy, scheduling, course selection, career guidance, how and why to access tutors, study skills, personal and life skills, and individual guidance to move into their Bachelor’s Degree.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling/Education or Related Field
2. Knowledge/experience working with Tribal population.

Preferred Qualifications

1. TRIO background (experience working in Upward Bound, Educational Opportunity, Talent Search, McNair, Gear-Up, Student Support Services Programs).
2.  Experience working with first generation, low income, and disabled students.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Psychology Instructor
Salary Range: $43,000 - $44,880 DOE
Closing Date: Monday, May 20, 2019, 4:00 PM

Salish Kootenai College seeks applicants for the position of Psychology Instructor, to begin September 9, 2019. The instructor will join a small department and will develop and teach psychology courses.

Responsibilities include teaching, academic advising and mentoring, curriculum development, and administrative duties. Flexible work hours are required. The individual will maintain regular office hours, participate in department and college committees, follow college and departmental policies, and work within the unique learning environment of Salish Kootenai College, serving a diverse population of cultural backgrounds and educational experiences.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s Degree in Psychology or Counseling. Demonstrated successful teaching experience is required. Demonstrated experience with the social sciences research process (thesis or similar writing process) is required.

Ability to develop and teach undergraduate and upper division psychology courses is required. The successful candidate will be able to teach courses selected from the following subject areas: Introductory Research, Advanced Research Methods, Psychological Writing, Senior Capstone; Introductory Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Childhood Disorders; Gender Differences, Generational Trauma, Counseling Methods, Biological Psychology or others as needed.

Experience working with disadvantaged populations is required. Familiarity with Native American education (understanding of educational issues specific to Indian Country) and familiarity with mental health issues in Native American communities is required. Ability to integrate this experience into psychology coursework is required.

The successful candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to manage complex and multiple tasks with minimal clerical support, ability to work collaboratively with staff and faculty in team setting, experience in conflict management, and ability to establish professional working relationships with colleagues, students, and community members. Ability to navigate computer software programs, develop and teach online and hybrid courses, and use software in support of coursework is required.

A Doctoral Degree in psychology, counseling or closely related field is preferred. Familiarity with Indigenous research methodologies and their application in the field of social sciences is preferred.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Part-time Pro Shop Assistant - Silver Fox Golf Course (3 Positions)
Salary Range: $10.35 per hour
Closing Date: Monday, May 20, 2019, 4:00 PM

Cashier (cash & credit card sales), provide knowledgeable information on merchandise and equipment stocked, along with features of the course to golfers. Assist manager in maintaining inventory, answering phones, taking messages and tee times. Help organize and run tournaments and leagues. Maintain and clean pro shop, rental carts and clubs. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Needs to build good rapport with fellow employees, public and clientele.

Qualifications:
Pro shop experience preferred. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Requires some light lifting, self-direction, and professional work habits. This particular job also requires a person to be self-motivated and have a desire to work above and beyond expectations.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Part-time Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Technicians
Salary Range: $10.00 - $11.50 per hour
Closing Date: Monday, May 27, 2019, 4:00 PM

Salish Kootenai College seeks applicants for Part Time Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Technicians. This position will assist and maintain overall appearance of SKC campus by performing grounds keeping, construction and general maintenance duties. Position is responsible for exterior cleaning and up keep of SKC buildings and grounds. This position will assist in irrigation repair, installment, and landscape undeveloped areas. Assist with maintenance of grounds for a safe clean environment. Perform general exterior maintenance on buildings, parking lots, lighting, curb stops, sidewalks, landscaping, lawns, irrigation, and maintenance equipment.

Successful candidates will have a High School diploma or GED and current Montana valid driver’s license is required. Experience with grounds equipment; mowers, weed eaters or experience in landscaping field preferred. Moderate physical effort involving lifting, carrying, and bending is required. Candidate must have the ability to work flexible hours when needed.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Emergency Services Program Adjunct Instructor
Salary Range: $400 per credit
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

The purpose of the Emergency Services Adjunct Instructor position is to teach, as needed, various courses within the SKC Emergency Services Program. Focus areas for instruction are: Hazardous Materials, Emergency Management, Emergency Medical Services, Public and Crisis Information Systems.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare lessons and deliver course material to students.
• Take class attendance.
• Write, issue and grade tests and evaluations of students.
• Coordinate items needed for course deliveries.
• Follow all SKC policies and procedures.
• Deliver state of the art and dynamic instruction in the specific course material.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of field experience in the specific discipline of the course.
• Credential to teach or certify individuals in the specific focus area.
• Developed Communication Skills.
• Familiarity with DHS/FEMA training and certification systems.
• Must be flexible in meeting unusual situations with professionalism