POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Human Resources

Program Coordinator Running Start

Classified Position, Class Code 107N
Opens: 12:00 PM Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Closes: 4:30 PM Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Whatcom Community College invites applications for an

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
POSITION TITLE position in the College's DEPARTMENT

Reporting to the Associate

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modifications to this recruitment will be posted on our Colleges
Coordinating specialized
records management
and reception for the Running Start
website www.whatcom.ctc.edu
job listings.
office.
Responding to inquiries about program policies and procedures.
Verifying financial records.
Establishing and maintaining spreadsheets, presentation software, database and
manual filing systems.
Preparing student enrollment reports.
Producing quarterly publications, composing correspondence, and contributing to
program events.
Coordinating the book borrow program, the program testing/admission system, and the
advisor schedule matrix.
Requires excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and computing skills.
Requires punctual and regular attendance.
Other duties as assigned.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Range 37, full-time salary starting at $2,482 per month with periodic increments to $3,213 per month.
Benefits include life, health, dental and long-term disability insurance, state retirement plan, vacation
and sick leave and holiday pay.

START DATE FOR CURRENT POSITION

As soon as can be arranged with successful candidate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Good oral and written communication skills to establish positive interactions with
students, parents, high school counselors, faculty, and staff.
Positive telephone and interpersonal skills.
Detail oriented, accurate, and able to organize complex tasks.
Advanced computer skills: Access, Excel, Word, Publisher, Power Point and Web.
High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of full-time customer service
experience which includes direct customer service and data entry OR equivalent
education/experience.

phone 360.383.3000 | fax 360.383.4000 | 237 West Kellogg Road, Bellingham WA 98226 | www.whatcom.ctc.edu

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associates degree preferred to demonstrate familiarity and achievement in higher

education.
Develops innovative ideas that provide solutions to all types of workplace challenges
and brings ideas to supervisor.
Earns the trust, respect, and confidence of coworkers and public through consistent
honesty, forthrightness and professionalism in all interactions.
Actively contributes to a work environment that embraces diversity and uses diverse
perspectives to enhance the attainment of organizational goals. Treats everyone with
respect and dignity, and appreciates the differences in people.

SHIFT AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Positions shift is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8 am-5 pm. Indoor office environment
with many interruptions and deadlines. May have extended hours sitting at the workstation. Ability to
lift up to 25 pounds. Expected to work one Saturday in May.

UNION SHOP
In accordance with the provisions of our chapter of the WFSE Collective Bargaining Agreement, all
WCC classified employees are required to be a member of the Washington Federation of State
Employees or pay a union shop representation fee or pay a non-association fee as a condition of
employment.

SELECTION PROCESS
To apply for this position, candidates must meet the minimum competencies and complete a
Whatcom Community College application. Candidates whose backgrounds are best suited to the
duties of the position will be certified in accordance with WFSE Collective Bargaining Agreement.
The information you provide will determine whether you qualify to be on the list of people who may be
hired. We will verify your statements.
The top applicants will be certified to the selection committee for consideration. A proficiency test
may be given to finalists.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
To apply for this position, applicants must meet minimum competencies and complete and submit the
following documents:

Whatcom Community College Classified Employment Application form.

Letter of application detailing relevant experience and training.
Rsum.

Required employment application forms may be obtained in person at the Colleges address below;
downloaded from the Colleges website www.whatcom.ctc.edu (they are included as links within the
position announcement); or to receive required forms by mail, please call the Human Resources
Office at (360) 383-3400, or by e-mail request at jobs@whatcom.ctc.edu.
Application materials must be received in the Human Resources Office no later than 4:30 PM
Wednesday, September 3, 2014. (Applications postmarked on or after the closing date will not be
accepted.)

phone 360.383.3000 | fax 360.383.4000 | 237 West Kellogg Road, Bellingham WA 98226 | www.whatcom.ctc.edu

EMAIL, DELIVER, MAIL OR FAX MATERIALS TO:

WHATCOM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Attn. Human Resources Office
237 W Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226
Telephone: (360) 383-3400 / FAX: (360) 383-3401
VP (360) 255-7182
JOBS@WHATCOM.CTC.EDU

COLLEGE MISSION
Whatcom Community College contributes to the vitality of its communities by providing quality education in
academic transfer, professional-technical and life-long learning, preparing students for active citizenship in a
global society. (excerpt)

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION

Whatcom Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion,
sex, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, genetic information or
age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding
the non-discrimination policies: Director for Human Resources, 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA
98226, 360.383.3400. For Title IX compliance, contact: Vice President for Educational Services, 237 W.
Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, 360.383.3070. WCC publications are available in alternate formats
upon request by contacting the Disability Support Services Office at 360.383.3080; VP 360.255.7182.
Accommodations for completing the application process are available to persons with disabilities by
contacting the Human Resources Office. The College employs only lawfully authorized alien workers or US
citizens. Verification of employment eligibility as specified by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement
(ICE), the investigative branch of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is required of all new
employees. In accordance with RCW 10.97.050, a criminal and educational background check will only be
initiated when an applicant becomes a semi-finalist. Whatcom Community College maintains a smoke-free
environment. Information related to campus safety may be obtained from the WCC website at
www.whatcom.ctc.edu.

phone 360.383.3000 | fax 360.383.4000 | 237 West Kellogg Road, Bellingham WA 98226 | www.whatcom.ctc.edu