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DISABILITIES SUPPORT PROGRAM (DSP) COORDINATOR
Job Description
Opportunity Type FULL-TIME FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Position Title DISABILITIES SUPPORT PROGRAM (DSP) COORDINATOR
Posting Number F2421
Close/First Review Date 10/06/2024
Department Student Services & Wellness
Work Location Evergreen Valley College
Position Status Full Time
Salary Range
$102,128 to $140,193 Entry Level Annual Salary (Academic Salary Schedule 2024-2025); Maximum Salary Potential $181,897. Note: Actual Salary placement is based on candidate's verified education and experience.
Benefits Summary
Excellent fringe benefit package includes a pension, medical, dental, vision, EAP (employee assistance plan) and life insurance for employee and eligible dependents, and income protection. Voluntary plans include supplemental life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403b and 457 Deferred Compensation Accounts. Faculty also receive paid sick leave.
POSITION SUMMARY
This faculty position is a full-time, 100% FTE, (11 Months, August – June) Tenure Track position as Disabilities Support Program (DSP) Coordinator in the Division of Student Services and Wellness at Evergreen Valley College.
This faculty position is a full-time, 100% FTE, (11 Months, August – June) Tenure Track position as Disabilities Support Program (DSP) Coordinator in the Division of Student Services and Wellness at Evergreen Valley College.
Assignment may include day and evening responsibilities.
This position is represented by the San Jose/Evergreen Federation of Teachers, AFT 6157.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Plans, coordinates and facilitates all aspects of DSP activities as specified by state, federal and local statues.
2. Work closely with faculty to ensure that classroom accommodations are provided.
3. Assist in the planning, developing, and implementation of policies, procedures, and handbooks for assigned functions, including incorporating regulatory updates and technological advancements, as appropriate.
4. Understand procedures associated with student success initiatives, including but limited to Guided Pathways, the Educational Master Plan, and the Student Equity Plan.
5. Assist in the recruitment, orientation and registration of students with disabilities, informing them of the educational and career education opportunities available at Evergreen Valley College.
6. Monitor the provisions of tutors captioners, interpreters, and other assistive providers.
7. Develops outreach and recruitment programs for students with disabilities in the district service area.
8. Serve as liaison with other agencies providing support services to students including the California Department of Rehabilitation, the Regional Center for Developmentally Disabled, Veterans Administration, and other community based social service agencies.
9. Strong knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act Amended, Rehabilitation Acts 504 and 508, Title 5 Regulations for Disabled Students Programs and Services.
10. Work closely with other campus representative to maintain and improve campus accessibility in programs and facilities.
11. Perform regular in-service training related to disability and disability law to the college community.
12. Maintains all records as indicated by state, federal and local statues.
13. Assist with and prepares and submits required state, federal and institutional reports.
14. Coordinate the activities of academic, classified, and student personnel assigned to the DSP.
15. Analyze reports containing medical and psychological data and interpret the relationship of such data to the educational needs of students with disabilities in order to determine eligibility for services with DSP.
16. Teach courses in assigned discipline by communicating subject matter clearly and effectively.
17. Adapt methodologies for students with special needs and different learning styles.
18. Demonstrate commitment to professional development, including but not limited to activities such as: participation in professional conferences, workshops, seminars, membership in professional organizations, research projects, publishing academic work, participation in statewide committees or organizations, etc.
19. Demonstrate sensitivity in working with students and staff of diverse racial, ethnic, academic and socio economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, and disabilities by showing respect for differences and the dignity of others.
20. Participate in faculty responsibilities such as: course and curriculum development and review, student learning outcomes and assessment, program review, committees, research and special projects as needed in the discipline/department or district.
21. Attend and participate in department, division and college meetings and keep posted office hours.
22. Meet record keeping obligations on time, e.g. grades, census, reports, rosters, textbook orders, and requisitions.
23. Maintain and provide current course syllabi as required by California Education Code and Board policy.
24. Foster a professional work and learning environment.
25. Perform other duties as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling
OR
Master’s degree in Counseling, Guidance Counseling, Student Personnel, Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Education Counseling, Social Work, Career Development, Marriage and Family Therapy, Marriage, Family and Child Counseling,
Master’s degree in Counseling, Guidance Counseling, Student Personnel, Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Education Counseling, Social Work, Career Development, Marriage and Family Therapy, Marriage, Family and Child Counseling,
OR
A Bachelor’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling and possession of a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT);
AND
Either fifteen or more semester units in upper division or graduate level course work specifically related to people with disabilities,
OR
Completion of six semester units, or the equivalent of a graduate-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses, in a postsecondary Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) Program or in a program dealing predominantly or exclusively with people with disabilities, or two years of fulltime experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following;
(A) Counseling for students with disabilities;
OR
(B) Counseling in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively for persons with disabilities, or the equivalent.
*The Equivalent
District’s Diversity Requirements
- Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.
- Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District’s hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.
Equivalency
Applicants applying under equivalency bear the responsibility of submitting the District’s Equivalency Application form with details and evidence of the factors (academic preparation and/or experience) that they believe to be equivalent of the required qualifications as listed on the Job Announcements. Application(s) for equivalency are required if the degrees are not in the exact discipline required for the applicable position, according the California Community College Minimum Qualifications (select link below to review).
NOTE: Equivalency review is for degrees not in the exact discipline, only. You do not need to apply for equivalency review if you have a degree earned outside of the United States. However, a U.S. credential evaluation must be attached with your application materials for consideration. (See *Foreign Degrees section below). Transcripts must have an award or confer date at the time the application is submitted.
California Community College Minimum Qualifications
https://www.cccco.edu/-/media/CCCCO-Website/docs/minimum-qualifications/CCCCOReport-Minimum-Qualifications-2023_.pdf?la=en&hash=D3075F5E24FF5D3DB759E61009DC66F0F5060FF6
District Equivalency Form
https://sjeccd.edu/sites/default/files/documents/HR-Recruitment_Equivalency-Application.doc
Foreign Degree
Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.
All degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and must be submitted with the application.
Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation attached, will not be considered.
Desired Qualifications:
1. Proficient Technological skills.
2. Experienced working with students of various cultural backgrounds.
About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District
The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.
As of Fall 2022, with enrollment of approximately 14,400 students per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Latinx 48%, Black/African-American 4%, Asian/Pacific Islander 31%, American Indian/Native American 0.3%, White/Caucasian 9%) attaining educational goals reflecting 56% – Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the District’s emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.
As of Fall 2022, with enrollment of approximately 14,400 students per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Latinx 48%, Black/African-American 4%, Asian/Pacific Islander 31%, American Indian/Native American 0.3%, White/Caucasian 9%) attaining educational goals reflecting 56% – Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the District’s emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.
The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse faculty consisting of 27% Latinx, 26% Asian/Pacific Islander, 6% Black/African American, 34% White/Caucasian,1% American Indian/Native American and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
San Jose-Evergreen Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws. CONTACT: Employment Services, Human Resources, SJECCD 40 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113 Phone: (408) 270-6414 Email: hremploymentservices@sjeccd.edu Employment Website: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com District Website: www.sjeccd.edu APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Interested applicants MUST SUBMIT ONLINE ALL of the following materials by the First Review Date/Closing Date as listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the First Review Date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request. 1. A completed online San José-Evergreen Community College District APPLICATION. 2. A COVER LETTER (Stating how you feel you meet the qualifications as outline in the job announcement). 3. A current RESUME/CURRICULUM VITAE 4. TRANSCRIPT – (If Required) If a degree is listed as a requirement, transcripts (Not Diplomas) MUST INCLUDE confer or award date of stated degree. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted; however if the position is offered, official transcripts will be required prior to employment. If the transcripts or degrees are from outside of the United States, an official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a certified U.S. credential review service (course by course of the transcripts) MUST also be submitted. (See below for a list of suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees). Note: Some positions may require additional documents and/or certificates, in addition to the items listed above. Please refer to the job announcement. OTHER APPLICANT INFORMATION: 1. Only complete application materials will be considered. No exceptions. 2. Letters of Recommendation are NOT required and will not be forwarded to the hiring committee. 3. Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States. 4. Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated. 5. Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate. 6. Meeting the minimum qualifications does NOT assure an interview. 7. The District may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill the position, or choose to fill more than one position. Suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees: Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, Inc. Website: http://www.acei-global.org/ Education Records Evaluation Services Website: www.eres.com International Education Research Foundation Website: http://www.ierf.org/ |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you submitting the following REQUIRED documents: a. Cover Letter, b. Resume c. Transcripts with your application? (Incomplete applications will not be considered).
- Yes
- No
- * Do you possess a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling OR Master’s degree in Counseling, Guidance Counseling, Student Personnel, Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Education Counseling, Social Work, Career Development, Marriage and Family Therapy, Marriage, Family and Child Counseling, OR A Bachelor’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling and possession of a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT); AND Either fifteen or more semester units in upper division or graduate level course work specifically related to people with disabilities, OR Completion of six semester units, or the equivalent of a graduate-level counseling practicum or counseling field work courses, in a postsecondary Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) Program or in a program dealing predominantly or exclusively with people with disabilities, or two years of fulltime experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following; (A) Counseling for students with disabilities; OR (B) Counseling in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively for persons with disabilities, or the equivalent?
- Yes
- No
- * TRANSCRIPTS for stated degrees MUST include an award/confer date. Transcripts that do not include an award/confer date, will NOT be considered. Degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must include a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and submitted with the application materials. Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation, will NOT be considered. Do your transcript(s) include an award/confer date and/or U.S. credential evaluation (if required, for foreign degrees)?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you applying for equivalency review to meet the required qualifications as listed on the job announcement? (If your answer is YES, please refer to the Equivalency section on the job announcement and use the link provided to download the required Equivalency form. The form will need to be uploaded with your application materials).
- Yes
- No
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- AcademicKeys.com
- AsiansInHigherEd.com
- BlacksInHigherEd.com
- ChronicleVitae.com
- Craigslist.org
- DisabledInHigherEd.com
- HBCUconnect.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- HispanicsInHigherEd.com
- Indeed.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- LGBTinHigherEd.com
- NativeAmericansInHigherEd.com
- SJECCD District Email
- SJECCD Website
- TedJob.com
- VeteransAndHigher.Ed.com
- WomenAndHigherEd.com
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Transcripts
- Equivalency form (ONLY if required)
- Foreign Degree Transcript Evaluation (ONLY if required)
- Other/Optional Documents - ( We DO NOT accept letters of recommendation).
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