Benefits:

Dental insurance

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Welcome to Grayson College. Grayson College is in the heart of Grayson County and provides a vital link for higher education. GC offers small classes for personalized instruction, affordable tuition, caring, professional faculty, and the convenience of day, evening or online classes. The college serves approximately 5,000 students annually. Grayson’s reputation is highly respected by surrounding universities and industries as an excellent source of quality graduates who bring specialized, skilled and much-needed talents to the workplace.

Perkins Special Population Coordinator: This position is grant-funded. The Perkins Special Population Coordinator is responsible for providing comprehensive support to students from special populations as defined by the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. This role involves guiding these students through their Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses, helping them connect to necessary campus and community resources, and supporting them in overcoming obstacles to achieve their educational and career goals.

The salary range for this position is $44,673.56 to $67,010.34 annually.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long-term disability insurances available

Medical premiums covered by Grayson College for FT employee only

Vacation Accrual- 2 weeks per year

Sick Leave Accrual- 2 weeks per year

Personal Leave- 2 days for FT employees per year

Holidays- Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Spring Break, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, and Independence Day

Tuition-FT employees, their spouse & dependents are eligible for coverage of full Grayson College tuition amount.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

25% Serve as the primary point of contact for students from special populations, offering individualized support and guidance throughout their CTE programs including childcare and transportation assistance.

25% Develop and implement personalized plans to help students connect, commit, and complete their CTE courses.

20% Identify and connect students to appropriate campus and community resources, including academic support services, financial aid, counseling, and other relevant programs.

10% Advocate for the needs and interests of special population students within the institution and the broader community.

10% In partnership with other GC team members, develop and implement programs and initiatives aimed at improving the educational outcomes of special population students.

5% Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to the Perkins Act and special population students that includes accurate records and preparation of reports on Perkins Special Population students’ progress and outcomes in closing the performance gaps.5% Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Performance Measurements:

1. Demonstrates Viking Values of balance, clarity, gratitude, service, teamwork, and trust.
2. Creates and maintains effective working relationships with students, faculty, and staff in order to provide a high level of quality service and support.
3. Promotes the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion when assisting students or faculty.
4. Serves as a role model to students on the campus.
5. Provides accurate program information to students and prospective students.
6. Maintains an effective working relationship with other team members.
7. Maintains acceptable record of attendance.
8. Makes effective presentations.
9. Represents Grayson College well; serves as an ambassador for the college in the community.
10. Complies with all state and federal regulations regarding higher education and health science programs.

Knowledge and Skills:

Experience: Two years to five years of similar or related experience. Preferably experience working with special populations in an educational or social services setting. Experience in career and technical education or workforce development is a plus.

Education: Bachelor's degree.

Interpersonal Skills: Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job. Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the college for purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, or soliciting cooperation.

Other Skills: Strong understanding of the challenges faced by special populations, including those outlined in the Perkins Act. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Ability to develop and implement programs and services that support student success. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.

Physical Requirements: The work is typically sedentary. There may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, or driving an automobile.

Work Environment: An office environment.

Application required

Please submit unofficial transcripts or e-copies for each institution of higher education attended with your application (If selected, official transcripts from each degree-granting institution will be required upon date of hire). Be sure to include three professional references with your application. This position is considered a security sensitive position and will require a criminal background check.

GRAYSON COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, GENDER, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.

The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or gcjobs@grayson.edu.