Pre-Collegiate Pueblo Program Assistant

Welcome to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) !

Envision yourself in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment that has a deep commitment to position our graduates for success in their professional and personal lives. Visualize applying your energy and skills for an organization that respects and cares about its employees enough to offer some of the best benefits of the industry while encouraging every team member to grow, collaborate, and provide input on how to consistently make the workplace a place people love to work. Imagine working at a college that welcomes everyone — students, faculty, staff, and community members — regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or traditions.

The Pre-Collegiate Support and Success Center  (PCSSC) is an academic and socio-emotional enrichment program for prioritized middle and high school students in Colorado Springs and Pueblo. We prepare first generation, low income, and military dependent students to pursue their postsecondary goals.

The Pueblo Pre-Collegiate Program Assistant is a part-time, in-person position based at Pueblo Community College in Pueblo, Colorado. This position will support middle school and high school scholars and daily operations of the Pueblo Pre-Collegiate Program. This includes utilizing program ideas and creating related activities for middle school and high school students and families, coordinating office operations (e.g., greeting students and parents, staffing the office, office communications), and preparing events (creating flyers, RSVP forms, QR codes, emails, and securing reservations for space, food, and materials). This position assists with contacting students and families to encourage participation, managing transportation, meeting with individual scholars to support their development and postsecondary planning, and conducting community outreach.

Who We Are:

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado  system and is home to over 9,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. We have a strong focus in fueling student success by creating, using, and maintaining a multitude of different offices and programs. Overall, UCCS is constantly focused of preparing our students to have success in the future, and we understand that every single employee on our campus has a significant effect on that focus. Find more information about working at UCCS here: https://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs .

The city, which was recently ranked as the number nine Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report  in 2023, known as Olympic City USA, rests at the base of Pikes Peak, the inspiration for the song “America the Beautiful” and a must-see for residents and visitors alike. With a mild climate and 247 days of sunshine each year, the Springs boasts some of the state’s best recreation opportunities. Find out more about living in Colorado Springs through the Visit Colorado Springs page: https://www.visitcos.com/ .

Job Duties:

• Works part-time, in-person at the Pueblo Community College Pre-Collegiate office located in Pueblo, Colorado.
• Assists in the creation of age-appropriate and culturally responsive programming for scholars and families.
• Takes program ideas and creates events, then follows up with evaluation and data tracking.
• Establishes working relationships with a group of scholars to convey program information and activities and mentors them from the start of the program through high school graduation.
• Assists with coordination of transportation through Everdriven.
• Organizes logistics for and participates in scholar and family programming, Summer Academic Institute, Bridge Program, Recruitment and Outreach events, large scale, and alumni events.
• Manages lists of scholars, including updating contact information, tracking meeting and workshop RSVPs, registrations, and attendance and ensures these are accurately entered in a database (e.g., CoBro).
• Provides on and off-site support for programming, including some evening and weekend events, virtual events, and summer programs.
• Assists with collecting reports and feedback regarding the effectiveness of the programs.
• Secures a variety of postsecondary, community and business resources as well as guest speakers/facilitators who can conduct activities and workshops for up to eighty middle school and high school youth.
• Actively collaborates with the PCDP team to support our mission and vision during the year and during the Summer Academic Institute.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Location: On-Site Pueblo Pre-Collegiate Office located at Pueblo Community College in Pueblo

This position has been determined to be eligible for overtime (non-exempt) under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

What We Offer:

Salary Range: $22,639.50 - $30,186 (Part time 20 hours/week.)

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs offers excellent benefits , some of which include:

• Medical insurance, with the lowest cost option being $0 to the employee
• Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• Generous paid vacation and sick time accruals (14.67 hours of vacation and 10 hours of sick accrued per month,
   prorated if part-time)
• Mandatory retirement plans. Employees contribute 5% of their annual compensation. CU doubles that and contributes 10%
• Tuition Assistant Benefit available to you or a dependent
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Off Campus Housing Resources
  

Tentative Search Timeline:

• Priority will be given to applications submitted 3/28/2024. However, this posting will remain open until filled.

• The potential dates for interviews with the search committee will be the week of 4/8/2024.

• The potential dates for interviews with the supervisor and appointing authority will be the week of 4/15/2024.

• The potential employee start date is 5/8/2024.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.

UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719) 255-3372.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new
 employees by the end of the third day of work.

Please note that while the position details both required qualifications as well as preferred qualifications below, we want applicants to be aware that they do not need to have all of the preferred qualifications to be considered for this position. If you meet the minimum qualifications, have passion for the work, along with experience in a related field, you are encouraged to apply. We encourage on-the-job training for any additional skills or knowledge that become relevant to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

•         High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
•         Valid Driver’s License.
•         Background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• High-level attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
• Receptive to feedback and continual learning.
• Knowledge of program management, laws and regulations for working with minors, and working in a  team environment with professional staff and young adults.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, and move. On event days, long periods of speaking, standing, walking, and lifting will be required. Tasks may involve using a computer continuously for long periods of time. Tasks may also involve frequent participation in school environments and with high school aged youth, undergraduate and graduate students. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.

 
  
Special Instructions to Applicants: • Applications submitted by 3/28/2024 will receive full consideration. • Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 33015). • Upon request, please be prepared to provide five professional references (at least two previous/current supervisors), including their email contact information. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or [email protected]. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.    Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1.) A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2.) A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.   
Job Category
: Professional Support Services 
Primary Location
: Colorado Springs 
Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40392 - VCEM-PCSSC 
Schedule
: Part-time 
Posting Date
: Mar 19, 2024 
Unposting Date
: Ongoing 
Posting Contact Name: Cheri McLean 
Posting Contact Email: [email protected] 
Position Number: 00423504