Job: Century College Project Analyst/Program Coordinator – 2 positions

There are two positions open for application. The recruitment group established from this job posting will be used to fill both positions. Coordinate projects to increase the success of underrepresented high school and college students. Coordinate academic and support components of the Preparing to Achieve a College Education program (PACE), an initiative providing high school students with the opportunity take college courses. Provide academic support and college readiness support to student participants.

Lead student and family engagement activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree.
• Interpersonal skills and experience related to collegiate setting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge and proficiency in data maintenance systems.
• Ability to work in concert with director in compiling and publishing annual and semi-annual progress reports.

Skills sufficient to: Communicate with college and high school students, all levels of campus leadership, and the community at large. Prepare written materials and reports for various constituency groups and venues. Facilitate communication between instructional and student affairs components of the college and student participants and staff. Motivate students to participate in program and college activities.

Ability to: Take creative initiative to implement services and activities that foster academic and personal/social growth of program participants. Develop and implement strategies and instructional tools to meet the specific needs of the participants. Assist with referrals to appropriate resources on campus for the participants. NOTE: Must pass Criminal Background Check.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience recruiting, coordinating, and managing students in educational programs. Experience with development and growth of new programming.

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college or MnSCU business, whether they use their personal vehicle or a fleet vehicle, are required to complete and sign a Vehicle Use Agreement and consent form for Motor Vehicle Records checks on an annual basis.

Selection Process: The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. Your resume will be entered into a database. The software program matches your skills with the skills needed to perform the duties of the position. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. If you have already submitted a resume to this database within the last 12 months that clearly identifies your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience, you do not need to submit another.


Pay Range: $ 16.97-$ 24.61 hourly
Date Posted: 10/10/2008
Closing Date: 10/24/2008
Position End Date: 12/31/2009
Working Title: Program Coordinator
Hiring Agency: MN St Colleges & Universities D
ivision/Bureau: Century College
Location: T.C. Sub - E., White Bear Lake
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Posting Number: 08MNSC000934
Employment Conditions: Limited, Full-time
Work Shift: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday-Friday , 08:00 AM-04:30 PM Travel Required: no Job Grouping: General Administration Classified Status: Unclassified

How to Apply:
You are strongly encouraged to submit your resume through the on-line Resume Builder at Century College http://www.century.cc.mn.us/employees/humanresources/jobseekers.aspx You may copy and paste in your existing resume or let the software create a resume for you. You may edit your resume later should your contact information or experience change. The Resume Builder also collects your work preference information so we can match you with future job openings that meet your interests. After you have completed your on-line resume using Resume Builder, apply directly to this job announcement, 08MNSC000934.

If you wish to apply with a paper copy, submit your resume AND a completed State of Minnesota Employment Application form to: Minnesota Department of Finance & Employee Relations (DoFER), 200 Centennial Office Building, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155. Be sure to indicate the posting number of this job on your application. The paper application is available on the State of Minnesota “Careers” website (http://www.careers.state.mn.us/ -- click on Resume Writing Tips and scroll to the bottom of the page), at any state agency HR office, or by calling 651-259-3637 or, in greater Minnesota, 1-800-657-3974. Current State Employees: Please note that employment provisions (including but not limited to seniority and leave accrual) vary among the three branches of Minnesota State government. When considering a job with another branch of state government, you are highly encouraged to explore these differences. For assistance, please direct questions to both your current and anticipated Human Resources offices. Contact for More Information: Kim Kocur, 651-779-5819; kim.kocur@century.edu www.century.edu