Requisition Details
Position Title | Counselor/Articulation Officer |
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How many positions are you recruiting for? | 1 |
Campus | West Valley College |
Definition |
West Valley College is in a beautiful park-like setting on 143 wooded acres in Silicon Valley. The Counseling Department is now accepting applications for a full time, tenure-track counselor with an Articulation emphasis. This position’s primary focus is articulation 75% and a 25% general counseling assignment. This counselor will work in collaboration with student services programs, instructional programs, and campus-wide committees in the implementation, coordination, and overall operation of all aspects of counseling related functions for the college. The counseling responsibilities of this position include teaching and providing academic, career, and personal counseling. This position includes a permanent assignment to serve as the Articulation Officer, leading all articulation related work for the college. The (Counselor) Articulation Officer position will initiate, develop, maintain and disseminate written, approved general education/breadth, major preparation, course-by-course, and transferable course articulation agreements with the California State University, University of California, California Independent Colleges and Universities and select out-of-state colleges and universities; develop and maintain a computerized articulation system; work closely with counselors and other faculty to review articulation issues and assist in resolving problems; work with appropriate faculty, department Chairs, Deans, Academic Senate and other appropriate committees on the campus to facilitate the development of articulation agreements Regular/contract counselors participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the visions, missions and values of the college and District. This position may include a combination of day and evening assignments, and is being offered by a college strongly committed to the “open door” concept serving a diverse student population. Counselors will be expected to perform other duties consistent with their faculty job description as stated in the faculty contract. In addition to articulation, this counselor is also expected to participate in the professional and academic work of the college. Applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, abilities, and life experiences to address the cultural and educational needs of a linguistically and culturally diverse student population are encouraged to apply. |
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Assignment |
This is a full-time, 11 month tenure track position that begins in August 2019. The assignment consists of counseling and teaching. Some evening and weekend work is required. This position is represented by the West Valley-Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT / AFT Local 6554). Work location: West Valley College, Saratoga, CA |
Salary and Benefits |
Anticipated Hiring Range:
Benefits include:
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Minimum Qualifications |
1. Education – Possess one of the following:
AND 2. Understanding of, and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff. |
Desired Qualifications |
The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following desired qualifications:
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Knowledge and Abilities |
Not applicable |
Examples of Duties and Responsibilities |
Counseling duties and responsibilities may consist of one or more of the following:
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Working Conditions | |
Other Duties | |
Physical Demands | |
Applicant Information |
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
ABOUT TRANSCRIPTS:
EQUIVALENCY INFORMATION: The Equivalency Application is included in the online application as an OPTIONAL form to complete.
For assistance, contact: |
Selection Process |
SELECTION PROCESS INFORMATION:
EEO STATEMENT: |
Special Instructions to the Applicant |
Posting Number | FY18/19-831FT |
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Open Date | 12/20/2018 |
Close Date | 02/07/2019 |
Open Until Filled | No |
Requisition Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please identify your individual and group counseling skills and highlight your counseling experience in each of these areas: a) educational; b) retention; c) Career
(Open Ended Question)
- * Define the term “under-prepared students” and describe your skills and experience in counseling and/or teaching this population. Provide a specific example of your experience.
(Open Ended Question)
- * In 300 words or less, describe an experience where you taught students skills to reach their academic goal. Include how you used technology to enhance and/or supplement this experience.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
Optional Documents
- Additional Transcripts
- Other Related Licenses or Certificates
- Supporting Documentation for Equivalency Request 1
- Supporting Documentation for Equivalency Request 2