Director of Off-Campus Operations-Mountain View

Ozarka College is seeking applications for Director of Off-Campus Operations-Mountain View.  The Director of Off-Campus Operations-Mountain View, acting under the direction of the Vice President of Administration, is responsible for providing current and prospective students with quality support services to help them achieve their education goals. Working collaboratively with the registrar, public affairs, advancement, Division Chairs and faculty, and the other student support staff, the Director of Off-Campus Operations-Mountain View provides administrative coordination and student guidance to enhance the quality of Ozarka College experience in the Mountain View service area.

Position Specific:

The Director of Off-Campus Operations-Mountain View is accountable for providing management and administrative support for operations of the Ozarka College-Mountain View site.  This position assists with student processing, recruitment assistance, data compilation, records control, and physical condition and security of the Mountain View site.

Specific responsibilities include:

Application Processing:

• Enter application data into student electronic accounts (SONIS).
• Enter admissions supporting documentation into student accounts such as health records, transcripts, and placement tests.
• Create a copy of student permanent education records for the Registrar’s office.
• Provide appropriate communication to applicants concerning acceptance status and fulfillment of admissions criteria.

Recruitment Assistance:

Counsel and advise prospective students in the absence of the Director of Admissions.

• Respond to telephone, internet, and college fair inquiries.
• Assist with tours.
• Data entry of prospective student information into database.
• Assist with prospect correspondence.

Providing administrative support:

• Supervise the Site Administrative Assistant.
• Supply quality control for daily operations.
• Seek efficiency in operations.
• Maintain professional etiquette, attitude, conduct, and appearance.
• Provide friendly and helpful student service.
• Represent Ozarka College in an active and positive manner.

Other:

Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President of Administration.

College Wide:

• Seek and implement activities, services and programs which assure that Ozarka College is a vibrant contributor to the quality of life of the North Central Arkansas and Stone County regions.
• Treat all who choose to use College resources with dignity.
  • Challenge all learners to maximize their potential.
  • Implement systems whereby all learners are given the opportunity to accept the challenges and responsibilities for learning and growing as students and citizens.
  • Promote and help develop a College environment of respect, dignity and cooperation where ideas, questioning and the continued pursuit of self-development are valued as a means toward learning and growth.

Qualifications:

An Associate's Degree or equivalent experience is required, Bachelor Degree or higher preferred.

• At least two years work experience in an educational setting.
• Computer skills in basic office software such as word processing, spreadsheets, email, and student data systems.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and use good organizational skills to take initiative and coordinate daily workload.
• Proven interpersonal skills both written and verbal to promote understanding, respect for others, and clear articulation of the College mission.
• Commitment to personal integrity in all working relationships with others.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the responsibilities and skill required to fulfill the position responsibilities.
• Ability to operate effectively with minimal supervision.

This is a full time, 12-month position.  Deadline for submitting applications is Friday, May 24, 2013 or when an acceptable candidate has been selected.  To apply, please submit a detailed letter of application, a completed Ozarka Employment Application, resume, unofficial copies of transcripts, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to:

Ozarka College

Office of Human Resources
P. O. Box 10
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-2002/FAX (870) 368-2094
EEO/AA EMPLOYER

SOUTHERN ARKANSAS UNIVERSITY TECH
Position Vacancy Notice

POSITION TITLE: ACCOUNTANT II

DATE POSITION AVAILABLE:  May 13, 2013

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until position is filled.  Deadline for first consideration is May 20, 2013.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Accountant works under general supervision and is responsible for maintenance, analysis, interpretation, and management of financial accounting data related to accounts receivables and cash management.  This position is a labor grade C117 on the state pay plan and is governed by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, state and federal laws, and institutional policy.

Specifically, the job assignment includes, but is not limited to:

1. Maintains accounting records to record receivables and cash received to accurately record and reflect the institution's fiscal status.
2. Assists in the maintenance of all student account records to include 3rd party billing, scholarships, cash receipts and financial aid.
3. Responsible for cash management to include the collection and receipting of all cash income to SAU Tech, Arkansas Fire Training Academy, Arkansas Environmental Training Academy and SAU Tech Career Academy.
4. Close the cash register on assigned days to balance with the daily POISE receipts.
5. Responsible for tracking and maintaining records on all programs which involve accounts receivable transactions (3rd party transactions).
6. Serves as the campus correspondent with FACTS Tuition E-Cashier and works with the Assistant Controller in processing FACTS payments.
7. Serves as the campus correspondent with the State Collection Setoff Agency.
8. Initiates letters and/or phone calls on all outstanding debts related to tuition, fees and books and other miscellaneous A/R problems.
9. Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting.
• Knowledge of financial statements and reports.
• Knowledge of accounting ledgers and journals.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer technology related to accounting systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain manual or computerized accounting systems.
• Ability to interpret and apply the provisions of laws, rules, or policies to specific situations.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare financial statements and reports.
• Ability to maintain routine accounting data in appropriate ledgers and journals.
• Ability to provide guidance and technical assistance to agency/institution management and staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting; plus one year of experience in accounting or a related area.

Background check required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience in POISE administrative computer system.
2. Relative work experience at a college or with a state agency.

Annual Salary:                 $32,249

Date of Notice:                 May 2, 2013

Southern Arkansas University Tech is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status.  Applications from qualified women and ethnic minority group members are strongly encouraged.

Mathematics Instructor

This is a 10‑month position with full college benefits.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education with 18+ graduate hours in mathematics; previous teaching experience, preferably at a community college; evidence of ongoing commitment to improve teaching and student learning; evidence of the ability to work effectively to meet the educational needs of a diverse student body; good communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. Preference will be given to candidates who understand active learning and divergent learning styles. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required, and previous use of MyMathLab and Campus Cruiser or another LMS is desired.

Responsibilities: Reports to the Associate Vice President for Learning and Instruction with responsibility for instruction of developmental- and college-level mathematics courses, student retention, assessment of student learning, service on college committees, and other duties as assigned. Work assignments may include evening and/or weekend hours.

Proposed Salary: $37,500 is entry level with competitive benefits package available including retirement; health, life, dental & disability insurance; a flex benefit plan, and tuition waivers for employee and family.

Projected Start Date: August 1, 2013. Review of applications will begin May 13, 2013, and continue until position is filled.

Please note that MSCC requires a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

Required Application Materials:

• a letter of interest specifying the position sought,
• a completed MSCC application for employment including contact information for three professional references who can attest to the candidate’s qualifications for this position,
• a statement of educational philosophy,
• a resume or curriculum vitae, and
• copies of college transcripts relevant to the position of interest.

For an application to be considered, all requested materials must be submitted simultaneously, either by mail, email, fax, or personal delivery to:

Mid-South Community College

ATTN: Jackie Brubaker

2000 West Broadway

West Memphis, AR 72301-3829

(870) 733-6719 (FAX)

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Mid-South Community College is committed to equal access to education and employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. No employee of MSCC shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, be subjected to any discrimination prohibited by law. This policy applies to recruitment, employment, and subsequent placement, training, promotion, compensation, continuation, probation, discharge, and other terms and conditions of employment over which the College has jurisdiction. The individual responsible for application of the above federal requirements at MSCC is the Executive Vice President.

About MSCC

Mid-South Community College is a comprehensive institution committed to student learning and economic development through innovative and customer-focused programming and services. Located near the Mississippi River, just 15 minutes from metropolitan Memphis, Tenn., MSCC provides easy access to the culture, sports, and activities of urban life while retaining the warmth and hometown atmosphere of a suburban community. The College serves approximately 2,000 students each fall and spring semester.

Position Announcement

Ozarka College seeks applicants for a full-time Early Childhood Education Program Coordinator and Education Instructor to begin August 2013. The position is a 9-month full time faculty position requiring a minimum 15 credit hours of instruction per semester with opportunities for additional course assignments.

The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in a full range of freshman and sophomore education courses including, but not limited to Foundations of Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Healthy Safe Learning Environment, Introduction to Education , Child Growth and Development, Math Concepts I and II, and Introduction to K-12 Technology. This position will include rotational teaching assignment at the Melbourne, Ash Flat, Mountain View, and Mammoth Spring sites as well as day, evening, and online instruction. Other duties include: participation in division activities, institutional committee assignment, advising, assessment, and appropriate professional development activities relevant for the position.

This position will include the development and implementation of a holistic recruitment and retention plan for the Early Childhood Development Program; maintaining contacts with cooperating public schools and early childhood centers; serving as a faculty advisor to Ozarka College students seeking the Associate of Arts in Teaching or Early Childhood Education degrees; working cooperatively with local early childhood education programs to enhance curriculum development and employment opportunities for students; and working collaboratively with the Teacher Education Program Coordinator. This position will be expected to collaborate with full-time and part-time faculty in the development, review, assessment, and maintenance of the Early Childhood Development program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's of Science in Education Degree in early childhood education or closely related field from an accredited college or university is required.
• Must hold a current Arkansas Department of Education elementary, mid-level, or early childhood license.
• A minimum of 3 years successful pre K-12 teaching experience.
• A minimum of 1 year successful higher education instruction via distance delivery.
• Demonstrated interest and commitment to teacher education.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated computer and Microsoft Office software application skills
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively with college committees, campus organizations, and other educational institutions and to be involved in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively with local early childhood and K-12 education institutions.
• An understanding of the advantages and challenges for developing an early childhood education program in a rural community college.
• Ability to design goals and assess learning outcomes.

Desirable/Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated supervisory or administrative experience.
• Experience as a Pathwise mentor.
• Demonstrated undergraduate advising experience in a two-year college setting.
• Demonstrated course development for on ground and distance education delivery.
• Successful teaching experience in a higher education setting.
• Proven experience serving a diverse working, commuting and other nontraditional student population.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.  Deadline for submitting applications will be Friday, May 17, 2013 or when an acceptable candidate has been selected.

To apply, please submit a detailed letter of application, a completed Ozarka Employment Application, resume, unofficial copies of transcripts, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to:

Ozarka College
Office of Human Resources
Attention: Early Childhood Development Program Coordinator
P. O. Box 10
Melbourne, AR 72556
(870) 368-2002/FAX (870) 368-2094
EEO/AA EMPLOYER