Exempt, Non-Permanent 50% Time Pathway Programs Coordinator- Ahecww

Whatcom Community College (WCC) is a public associate and applied baccalaureate degree granting institution with an accomplished faculty and staff who serve 7,604 students annually on its beautiful 72-acre campus in Bellingham, Washington.

Whatcom offers transfer degrees, applied baccalaureate degrees, professional and technical training programs, basic education, job skills, and community and continuing education classes. Programs and courses are offered through in-person, hybrid, and online modalities to promote access for a diverse student population.

The College is committed to equal opportunity and believes diversity of experiences and cultures enrich our campus community. The College is accredited by The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. For more information about WCC, please visit www.whatcom.edu

The Community:

Whatcom's campus is located in Bellingham (population 95,960). Bellingham showcases a strong commitment to education and is regularly rated on "best of the Northwest" lists. Bellingham is midway between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, B.C. Canada.

The city is surrounded by the rural landscape of Whatcom County (population 226,850), which is home to a thriving network of farms and scenic wilderness. As you explore our community, you'll discover historic neighborhoods, waterfront cities, farmlands and mountain towns all within a few dozen miles of each other. Bellingham and Whatcom County are known for their outdoor activities. Whether your idea of fun is visiting galleries, watching live theater, kayaking, hiking, snowboarding, or unwinding with a good book, you'll love Bellingham and Whatcom County. To learn more about Bellingham, please visit: http://www.bellingham.org

General Description of Work

Whatcom community college welcomes applications for a Exempt, Non-Permanent 50% Time Pathway Programs Coordinator- AHECWW position. The Pathway Programs Coordinator supports the Whatcom Community College Area Health Education Center leadership staff in implementing the center's goals, objectives, and activities in providing educational services and programs to rural and medically underserved urban populations in Western Washington. Reporting directly to the Director of the Area Health Education Center for Western Washington, the Pathway Programs Coordinator will fulfill functions, components and processes related to AHEC's mission, as well as in support of health workforce grants projects as assigned. This position works with WCC leadership and AHEC staff in supporting and fulfilling assignments as described below.

Responsibilities

Include but are not limited to:

• Supports communications for AHECWW project development, strategic partnerships, and grants, specifically for the Career Connect Washington Career Launch (CCW) grant funded for the Substance Use Disorder Professional program at Whatcom Community College (WCC).

• Coordinates processes with partner agencies, individuals, and organizations.

• Provides AHEC grant and health workforce training and professional presentations to support the Career Connect Washington Career Launch grant for the SUDP Program at WCC.

• Supports AHEC/other health grants staff in composing and editing grant reports and surveys for the CCW grant.

• Provide classroom support and assistance to SUDP Director and/or teaching faculty for the SUDP program courses as assigned.

• Develops and manages outreach, data collection, and record-keeping systems to track program processes and costs.

• Supports work planning and strategic planning activities.

• Works with AHECWW leadership to implement office procedures, reporting, and data management.

• Provides project status reports for grant deliverables; communicates with Center leadership and partners regarding deadlines and activity reports.

• Assist in the development and implementation of surveys for data collection.

• Supports and responds to AHEC inquiries.

• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification:

• Associates degree from an accredited institution; experience can be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

• Six months experience in an office setting.

• Familiarity with/ability and willingness to develop skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Technical proficiency with classroom technology/ability to learn, manage, and maintain classroom technology for hybrid course delivery platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an office setting.

• Experience using Excel program to manage budgets.

• Experience supporting state or federal grant projects, grant budgets and/or grant data tracking and reporting.

• Ability to track expenditures and develop budgets using Excel.

• Experience working in health professions.

• Experience in higher education environment.

• Comfort and proficiency in public speaking.

• Strong ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for reimbursable travel.

• Ability to work under aggressive deadlines and to juggle multiple event timelines and related tasks on different timelines.

Salary

Salary :

• This is a temporary, grant funded, 50% time, administrative/exempt position with possible extension contingent on grant funding. Current grant-funded period is through June 30, 2025. Exempt from Washington State civil service law with an annual salary of $20,000.00 based on 50% of $40,000.00. Schedule is 20 hours per week.

Benefit Package:

• The position comes with a full benefit package, including health, dental, life, long-term disability insurance and a retirement plan.

• Accrues 8 hours per month of sick leave and 14.67 hours per month vacation leave.

Start Date:

• As soon as can be arranged with successful candidate.

Application Due Date:

• For guaranteed consideration, application packets should be received by Monday, June 10th at 5:00 pm. Position open until filled.

How To Apply

A completed application consists of an online application and:

• Cover letter which includes a diversity statement that addresses how you have committed to equity and inclusion in the past and how you might support a diverse workplace and educational environment through this position.

• Current resume.

• Official transcripts of any degrees listed as part of the minimum requirements will be required upon hire, but not as part of the application process.

Mission and Vision Statement

Mission: Whatcom Community College contributes to the vitality of its communities by providing quality education in academic transfer, professional-technical, and lifelong learning, preparing students for active citizenship in a global society.

Vision: Whatcom is a supportive community, empowering lives through education.

EEO Statement

Whatcom Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. WCC provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, or honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of trained guide dog or service animal in its programs and activities. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). As of October 1st, 2020 as per RCW 28B.112.080 WCC will be requiring all finalists for positions to complete a Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct. WCC provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director for Human Resources, 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, 360.383.3400. For Title IX compliance, contact: Title IX Coordinator, 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, 360.383.3400. WCC publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Access and Disability Services Office at 360.383.3080; VP 360.255.7182. Whatcom Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment.