Job Opportunities
Iowa Western is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Adjunct Applied Voice Instructor
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Masters degree
2. Previous teaching experience preferred
3. Computer experience in common software.
4. Self-directed, able to work with minimal supervision and be held accountable for performance.
5. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
6. Effective organizational skills, particularly as they relate to the teacher-learning process.
7. Capable of creating a lesson environment which is conducive to student learning.
Desirable Qualifications:
1. An understanding of the community college philosophy and the community college student.
2. Commitment to cultural diversity among students, faculty and in the curriculum.
Job Duties:
About the Position: The instructor will teach individual student lessons and be responsible for assessing student progress and records maintenance.
Job Responsibilities:
1. Function in a team with other instructors to promote, develop and deliver quality education programs that are in the best interest of the students and the college.
2. Organize and teach lessons as assigned by the academic dean.
3. Conduct lessons for the entire period scheduled and in a punctual manner.
4. Assist with the retention of students to the program.
5. Maintain competency and knowledge of current research, practice, and trends in piano pedagogy.
6. Maintain program equipment, making reports of repairs as needed to the department program chair and appropriate college departments.
7. Maintain student enrollment, attendance, competency records, grades and other pertinent class and student records.
8. Complete course report forms for every course each semester in a timely fashion.
9. Maintain up-to-date syllabi, using criteria established by the department.
10. Exhibit a positive and professional demeanor and attitude, contributing to a productive and growth oriented work environment.
11. Maintain confidentiality regarding students and colleagues.
12. Demonstrate punctuality on all requests from the Dean and Program Chair.
13. Proficiently complete additional duties as assigned.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Adjunct Biological Science Instructor-Summer 2012 (Harlan, IA)
Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Biology or related field or Master’s Degree with 12 graduate semester hours in Biology or related field is required.
Job Duties:
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Biology Instructor will provide instruction for Biology courses at the Shelby County Center in Harlan, Iowa, which may include Human Biology and Anatomy and Physiology courses.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Teach courses as assigned in accordance with the established syllabi.
• Advise students and prepare and/or maintain current course syllabi/course outlines/classroom expectations for each Biology course taught.
• Maintain accurate academic records.
• Provide, prepare and maintain adequate classroom and laboratory facilities and equipment for courses taught.
• Participate in College committees as assigned.
Salary
Range:
To Be Determined
Application
Deadline:
Open Until Filled
Adjunct Business/Entrepreneurship Instructor - On Campus, Fall 2012 (Daytime)
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Master’s degree with 18 hours in Business Administration required.
2. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
3. Effective organizational skills, particularly as they relate to the teacher-learning process.
4. Capable of creating a classroom environment which is conducive to student learning.
Desirable Qualifications:
1. Previous teaching experience.
2. An understanding of the community college philosophy and the community college student.
3. Experience with alternative learning delivery methods and systems.
4. Commitment to cultural diversity among students, faculty and in the curriculum.
5. Computer experience in common software and internet.
Job Duties:
The instructor will be responsible for course instruction in Business/ Entrepreneurial Leadership and classroom management . All candidates interviewed will be required to provide a teaching demonstration.
1. Functions as a team member with other instructors to promote, develop and deliver quality education programs that are in the best interest of the students and the college.
2. Organizes and teaches classes as assigned by the academic dean.
3. Conducts class meetings for the entire period scheduled and in a punctual manner.
4. Assists with the development and monitoring of the program.
5. Assists with the development and revision of program curricula, including competency assessment, grades and syllabi formation.
6. Assists with the recruitment and retention of students to the program.
7.Maintains up-to-date syllabi, using criteria established by the department, in all courses assigned.
8.Exhibits a positive and professional demeanor and attitude, confidentiality.
9.Understands and adheres to the organizational structure of the College and the academic division.
10.Undertakes and proficiently complete additional duties assigned.
Application materials, including an IWCC application, cover letter, resume and copies of transcripts, will be accepted until position is filled.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Adjunct English Instructor
Qualifications:
Must have a masters degree with at least 12 graduate credit hours in English/Communications, preferably teaching experience.
Job Duties:
1. Organize and teach classes as assigned by the academic dean, meeting the contract minimum of on-campus hours per week.
2. Conduct class meetings for the entire period scheduled and in a punctual manner.
3. Maintain up-to-date syllabi, using criteria established by the Dean, in all courses as assigned.
4. Exhibit a positive and professional demeanor and attitude, contributing to a productive and growth oriented work environment.
5. Schedule and conduct office hours weekly.
6. Maintain confidentiality regarding students and colleagues.
Application materials, including an IWCC application, cover letter, resume and copies of transcripts, will be accepted until positions are filled
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Adjunct Human Biology Instructor (Summer 2012 Afternoon Classes)
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
•Master's degree in Biology.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
•Good computer software skills (i.e., Microsoft Word, Outlook, etc.).
•Ability to work independently.
•Teaching experience or professional nutritional experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•College teaching experience.
Job Duties:
Adjunct Human Biology Instructor (Summer 2012 Afternoon Classes)
Iowa Western Community College is seeking an instructor for courses in Human Biology for the summer session, 2012.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Adjunct Instructor-Medical Assistant
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Medical Assistant certification and two years experience in the field
2. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
3. Effective organizational skills, particularly as they relate to the teacher-learning process.
4. Capable of creating a classroom environment which is conducive to student learning.
Desirable Qualifications:
1. Previous teaching experience in a medical field.
2. An understanding of the community college philosophy and the community college student.
3. Experience with alternative learning delivery methods and systems.
4. Commitment to cultural diversity among students, faculty and in the curriculum.
5. Computer experience in common software and internet.
Job Duties:
Description:
The instructor will be responsible for course instruction and classroom management in selected courses of the Medical Assistant program. Duties include, but are not limited to, teaching classroom sessions, student recruitment and responsibility for materials and supplies. All candidates interviewed will be required to provide a teaching demonstration.
Job Duties:
1. Functions as a team member with other instructors to promote, develop and deliver quality education programs that are in the best interest of the students and the college.
2. Organizes and teaches classes as assigned by the academic dean.
3. Conducts class meetings for the entire period scheduled and in a punctual manner.
4. Assists with the development and monitoring of the program.
5. Assists with the development and revision of program curricula, including competency assessment, grades and syllabi formation.
6. Assists with the recruitment and retention of students to the program.
7. Maintains competency and knowledge of current research, practice, and trends in the Medical Assistant field.
8. Maintains up-to-date syllabi, using criteria established by the department, in all courses assigned.
9. Exhibits a positive and professional demeanor and attitude, confidentiality.
10. Understands and adheres to the organizational structure of the College and the academic division.
11. Undertakes and proficiently complete additional duties assigned.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Adjunct Instructor-Medical Terminology
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Medical Assistant certification and two years experience in the field
2. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
3. Effective organizational skills, particularly as they relate to the teacher-learning process.
4. Capable of creating a classroom environment which is conducive to student learning.
Desirable Qualification:
1. Previous teaching experience in a medical field.
2. An understanding of the community college philosophy and the community college student.
3. Experience with alternative learning delivery methods and systems.
4. Commitment to cultural diversity among students, faculty and in the curriculum.
5. Computer experience in common software and internet.
Job Duties:
Description:
The instructor will be responsible for course instruction and classroom management in selected courses of the Medical Assistant program. Duties include, but are not limited to, teaching classroom sessions, student recruitment and responsibility for materials and supplies. All candidates interviewed will be required to provide a teaching demonstration.
Job Duties:
1. Functions as a team member with other instructors to promote, develop and deliver quality education programs that are in the best interest of the students and the college.
2. Organizes and teaches classes as assigned by the academic dean.
3. Conducts class meetings for the entire period scheduled and in a punctual manner.
4. Assists with the development and monitoring of the program.
5. Assists with the development and revision of program curricula, including competency assessment, grades and syllabi formation.
6. Assists with the recruitment and retention of students to the program.
7. Maintains competency and knowledge of current research, practice, and trends in the Medical Assistant field.
8. Maintains up-to-date syllabi, using criteria established by the department, in all courses assigned.
9. Exhibits a positive and professional demeanor and attitude, confidentiality.
10. Understands and adheres to the organizational structure of the College and the academic division.
11. Undertakes and proficiently complete additional duties assigned.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Adjunct Marketing Instructor - On Campus, Fall 2012 (Daytime)
Qualifications:
Must have a masters degree with at least 12 graduate credit hours in Marketing, preferably teaching experience.
Job Duties:
1. Organize and teach classes as assigned by the academic dean, meeting the contract minimum of on-campus hours per week.
2. Conduct class meetings for the entire period scheduled and in a punctual manner.
3. Maintain up-to-date syllabi, using criteria established by the Dean, in all courses as assigned.
4. Exhibit a positive and professional demeanor and attitude, contributing to a productive and growth oriented work environment.
5. Schedule and conduct office hours weekly.
6. Maintain confidentiality regarding students and colleagues.
Application materials, including an IWCC application, cover letter, resume and copies of transcripts, will be accepted until position is filled.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Adjunct Nutrition Instructor (Summer & Fall 2012 Sessions)
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
•Appropriate bachelor’s degree.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
•Good computer software skills (i.e., Microsoft Word, Outlook, etc.).
•Ability to work independently.
•Teaching experience or professional nutritional experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•Appropriate master’s degree.
•College teaching experience.
Job Duties:
SUMMARY OF POSITION: Iowa Western Community College is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to help teach Principles of Nutrition. This person should be student centered, knowledgeable and eager to assist students. These positions are part-time (summer session-evenings hours, fall session-day hours).
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Adjunct Speech Instructor
Qualifications:
Must have a masters degree with at least 12 graduate credit hours in communications, preferably teaching experience.
Job Duties:
1. Organize and teach classes and the labs as assigned by the academic dean, meeting the contract minimum of on-campus hours per week.
2. Conduct class meetings for the entire period scheduled and in a punctual manner.
3. Maintain up-to-date syllabi, using criteria established by the Dean, in all courses as assigned.
4. Exhibit a positive and professional demeanor and attitude, contributing to a productive and growth oriented work environment.
5. Schedule and conduct office hours weekly.
6. Maintain confidentiality regarding students and colleagues.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Adjunct Theatre Instructor - Stage Costume Design
Qualifications:
Must have a masters degree in Theatre. Stage make-up experience required. Previous teaching experienece preferred. Costume design experience preferred (stipend available for designing costumes for the departmental production)
Job Duties:
1. Organize and teach classes and the labs as assigned by the academic dean, meeting the contract minimum of on-campus hours per week.
2. Conduct class meetings for the entire period scheduled and in a punctual manner.
3. Maintain up-to-date syllabi, using criteria established by the Dean, in all courses as assigned.
4. Exhibit a positive and professional demeanor and attitude, contributing to a productive and growth oriented work environment.
5. Maintain confidentiality regarding students and colleagues.
Application materials, including an IWCC application, cover letter, resume and copies of transcripts, will be accepted until position is filled.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Advisor/Online Student Services Specialist
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required.
Experience:
Experience in student services at an institution of higher education required; experience in an enrollment services department preferred, including admissions, academic advising, or financial aid. Experience with multiple facets and features of online student services required; experience with Datatel/Ellucian Colleague preferred. Experience training faculty and staff on services, processes, and/or technologies preferred. Experience that demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills, as well as strong organizational skills and strong management skills, required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must possess strong computer and advanced technological skills, particularly the ability to operate and understand basic programming for a complex student information system. Basic web page development skills are also necessary. Must possess strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to organize time and tasks is essential. Effective management and decision-making abilities are vital. Attention to detail and ability to follow through independently are essential. Ability to work as a contributing member of high-energy Student Services team in a fast-paced environment is a must.
Job Duties:
JOB SUMMARY:
In 2010, Iowa Western secured a five-year grant to expand its distance education capacity. This is a multi-faceted initiative to capitalize on enrollment growth opportunities by developing capacity to provide effective web-based instruction and flexible online student services, including E-Advising, Online Orientation, Online Financial Aid and Online Academic Alert. As a project team member, the Advisor/Online Student Services Specialist will lead development and integration of new online student services; will provide training and support for Student Services staff and faculty in newly developed online support; and will work closely with the IWCC Technology Specialist to integrate new services with IWCC’s student information system, ensuring that no matter how they access services, students experience the same range and quality of student support. In addition, the Advisor/Online Student Services Specialist will serve as an academic advisor for students, providing them with information and answers regarding admissions, registration, financial aid, and payment, as well as many other areas of the College.
GENERAL
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Serves as an advisor for and assists in the academic advising of current students by helping them select a program of study and schedule classes.
2. Advises potential students regarding admissions requirements and expectations.
3. Provides financial aid information to potential and current students (and parents) and answers questions they may have about the financial aid process and their award package. Explains financial aid eligibility and disbursement of aid, as well as cost of attendance figures, difference among and benefits of various types of aid, and estimated family contribution formulas.
4. Serves as an assigned advisor for General Studies students who take all or a majority of their classes online or at one of the College’s centers. Initiates and maintains contact with assigned advisees. Maintains an online Advising Group with dynamic content and frequent messages to assigned advisees.
5. Provides resources and support for online students regarding minor technical problems, including login and password issues, and serves as a general resource for online students both on the phone and through electronic communication.
6. Identifies and develops resources to continuously improve and enhance advising, orientation, financial aid, and academic alert processes. Serves as an active member of the Academic Advising Committee and other standing committees, as deemed appropriate, as well as short-term work groups.
7. Develops fully online content and forms, real-time web-based video interaction for place-bound students, and audiovisual content for 24/7 web-based access in the following areas: E-Advising (Year 2 of the grant), Online Orientation (Year 3 of the grant), and Online Financial Aid (Year 4 of the grant). Develops online Academic Alerts (Year 5 of the grant) to identify and generate online academic warnings to students who are at risk for failing courses, allowing them to access academic interventions in a timely manner. Continuously updates and seeks to improve online resources once they have been implemented.
8. Provides regular training opportunities and ongoing support for Student Services staff and faculty with regard to newly developed online services.
9. Serves as a liaison between Student Services and Information Technology. Works closely with the Technology Specialist to develop, implement, and integrate new online student services.
10. Ensures that annual objectives and performance indicators that specifically relate to the development and implementation of online student services are met. Actively participates in bi-monthly project staff meetings to discuss progress toward objectives and ongoing development. Completes detailed monthly time/effort reports and submits them to the Title III Director. Completes monthly activity progress reports detailing implementation progress and submits them to the Title III Director.
11. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Salary
Range:
$32,000
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Contracts/Grants-Workforce Development & Auxiliary Services
Qualifications:
Associates Degree in accounting or related field required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
Excellent oral, written and human relation skills
Prefer 1 year accounting or business office experience
MS Office, specifically excel, very helpful; integrated computer accounting system in a college or university setting a plus.
Job Duties:
General Position Description: Under the supervision of the Auxiliary/Agency Accountant; responsible for accounting activities related to Iowa Workforce Development’s grants and contracts and miscellaneous auxiliary activities.
Job Duties:
Work with the Iowa Workforce Development Director and Auxiliary/Agency Accountant for annual budget preparation
Assist in implement of cost allocation for Workforce Development
Review requests for payment, to ensure proper documentation and fund availability
Work in conjunction with Workforce Development specialists to update/input information into the Work Force Development reporting systems.
Preparing weekly draw down from Iowa Workforce Development
Assist in maintaining a fixed asset equipment listing and inventory
Track Iowa Workforce Development participant payments
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports
Assist with annual audit activities
Monthly bank and credit card reconciliation
Assist with auxiliary invoicing
Other duties as assigned
Specifics:
Position is full-time with 40 hours weekly, hours are 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Position is located primarily at Iowa Western’s main campus but will work out of the Workforce Development office in Council Bluffs a couple days a week as needed
Position is a Level IV Classified Staff position – Starting hourly wage of $11.10
Salary
Range:
$11.10
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Data and Resource Support Specialist
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required. A degree, certification, or coursework in either library studies or information science preferred.
Experience:
Experience gathering, compiling, and analyzing data required. Experience working with electronic resources and library information technology, as well as internet and database research, required. Experience that demonstrates commitment to teamwork and collaboration, user-centered service, and information literacy required. Experience that demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills, as well as strong organizational skills, required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong computer and advanced technological skills are necessary. Knowledge of database types and functions, as well as basic computer programs, is required. Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Access and Excel, is required. Ability to sort, search, evaluate, and analyze information/data is required. Familiarity with standards for access and use of electronic resources and emerging technologies is required. Must possess strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to organize time and tasks is essential. Attention to detail and ability to follow through independently are essential. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadline is essential. Ability to work as a contributing member of high-energy team in a fast-paced environment is a must.
Job Duties:
JOB SUMMARY:
Coordinate and support the acquisition, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of electronic resources for the Cyber Library. Develop and advance electronic services in a collaborative environment and provide general reference and research services. Provide support for student achievement and success, as well as continuous process improvement in Student Services, through the complete and accurate collection, maintenance, analysis, and reporting of data.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Manage electronic resources, research and analyze electronic resource products and offers, set up product trials, and collaborate with staff and faculty, as appropriate, in product evaluation.
2. Review vendor license agreements, ensure license compliance, coordinate product changes and renewals, and develop relationships with electronic resource vendors.
3. Provide technical support for electronic resources by working collaboratively with college IT staff to resolve problems related to electronic resource access.
4. In collaboration with the Student Support Specialist, and under the direction of the Coordinator of Academic Support, develop outreach and educational resources and programming for faculty and students that promotes optimal use of electronic resources, including workshops, online tools, and printed documents.
5. Evaluate and analyze usage of electronic resources, including the preparation and maintenance of statistical reports.
6. Monitor trends to remain current in emerging issues in electronic resources and research, and recommend enhancements to electronic resource discovery and delivery.
7. Coordinate interlibrary loan services for borrowing materials for students, faculty, and staff using the statewide SILO system and the OCLC Interlibrary Loan subsystem.
8. Collaborate with state and local librarians regarding best practices for delivering information resources to students, faculty, and staff.
9. Develop and maintain library web pages and information sites, ensuring content is current, accurate, and relevant, and assist in the maintenance of the various Academic Success web pages.
10. Assist with the day-to-day organization, security, and appearance of the Cyber Library, ensuring that it is a welcoming study environment for students, faculty, and staff.
11. Provide support for student achievement and success, as well as continuous process improvement in Student Services, through the complete and accurate collection, maintenance, analysis, and reporting of data.
12. Complete special projects as assigned by the Dean of Advising and Academic Success.
13. Perform all other duties as assigned.
Salary
Range:
$32,000-$34,000
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Engineering Mechanic
Qualifications:
All applicants should have attained a high school diploma or GED. A qualified applicant will have extensive experience in HVAC, DDC Controls and related equipment. Technical college, journeyman trade or minimum of five years job experience required; State license will be required.
Job Duties:
We are seeking an individual to fill our full-time position opening in the Engineering Department. The employee will perform general repairs of HVAC equipment, boilers, water heaters, chillers, energy management equipment, residential heating, kitchen equipment, cooling systems and electrical/lighting systems. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Salary
Range:
To Be Determined
Application
Deadline:
Open Until Filled
Food Service Sanitation/Dish Room Attendant (Internal Applicants Only)
Qualifications:
Education:
-High school graduate or GED preferred.
Experience:
-Dish room experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Ability to get along with students, staff and faculty.
2. Ability to lift 50 pounds.
3. Ability to communicate and work effectively without supervision.
Hours (hours do vary)
Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
-Additional hours will be incurred due to catering functions, college activities, etc.
Job Duties:
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Food Service Management, responsible for the dish room, pot/pan, and cafeteria cleanliness.
Duties:
1. Enforce guidelines set down by the Food Service Department.
2. Responsible for the sanitation of all dishes, glassware, catering equipment, pot/pan, small ware, and utensils that need to be cleaned.
3. Responsible for the chemicals and dish machine to ensure that the proper temperatures are being reached for sanitation measures.
4. Responsible for putting away all dishes, glassware, catering equipment, pots/pans, smal wares and utensils in their proper places.
5. Responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of all tables in the cafeteria.
6. Responsible for garbage take-out and cleaning of the gargage receptacles.
7. Responsible for mopping and cleaning of all spills and debris on the floors of the food service department.
8. Responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of all mobile carts in the food service department at all times.
9. Responsible for catering , when assigned, this may include some weekends and evenings.
10. Responsible for assisting in the training of new dish room attendants, when assigned by management.
11. Work in a professional manner with the Culinary Arts Department.
12. Perform other related suties as assigned.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Full Time Biological Science Instructor - Fall 2012 (Harlan/Atlantic, IA)
Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Biology or related field or Master’s Degree with 12 graduate semester hours in Biology or related field is required.
Job Duties:
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Biology Instructor will provide instruction for Biology courses at the Shelby County Center in Harlan, and the Cass County Center in Atlantic, Iowa. Courses taught may include Human Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Environmental Science, Microbiology, and Nutrition courses.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Teach courses as assigned in accordance with the established syllabi.
• Maintain accurate academic records.
• Provide, prepare and maintain adequate classroom and laboratory facilities and equipment for courses taught.
• Participate in College committees as assigned
Will teach classes at both the Harlan and Atlantic locations.
Application materials, including an IWCC application, cover letter, resume and copies of transcripts, will be accepted until positions are filled.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Grants & Contracts - Credit
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED; Associates Degree in Accounting or Business Administration strongly preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills
• Prefer 1 year accounting or business office experience
• MS Office, specifically excel, very helpful; integrated computer accounting system in a college or university environment a plus
Job Duties:
General Position Description: Under supervision of Accounting Manager - General Ledger; accounting activities relating to Iowa Western’s grants and contracts, student loan and refund disbursement, and ReiverCard.
Job Duties:
• Grants and contracts relating to credit students including:
Monthly reconciliation, draw downs or invoicing
Communicate with grant administrators
Annual reporting
High school billing for the 260G program
• Facilitate student use of refunding program (ReiverCard)
Familiarize new students via email and on-site communication
Coordinate with HigherOne regarding carding process and timelines
Generate card order summary and reversal/timeout information
• Record transactions, process draw down, and reconcile Federal Aid accounts
• Determine eligibility for weekly student refunds (AR Credit List)
• Assist with AR and ReiverCard questions in person, via phone and e-mail
• Sort daily mail and prepare mail log for Accounting Cashier
• Prepare daily deposit for courier
• Other duties as assigned
Salary
Range:
$10.55
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Nurse Aide Instructor-Continuing Education
Qualifications:
Minimum - Associate Degree in Nursing
• At least 2 years of RN experience
• At least 1 year of full time nursing home experience
• Independent decision making, ability to exercise good judgment, and the use of critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills
• Be able to work with a diverse group of students
• Display professional attitude and appearance in class and clinical
• Be Flexible and work in an environment of shifting priorities
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Must have reliable transportation to travel to clinical sites. Must provide yearly TB Test and other immunizations as required by clinical sites
Preferred-Baccalaureate degree and teaching experience
Job Duties:
Part-time position for a Registered Nurse in Health Education at Iowa Western Community College. This position is in the Continuing Health Education Office assists the teaching of the 75 Hour Nurse Aide Course, Medication Aide and other Long Term Care Courses.
Physical ability to work in the classroom and clinical which would require the RN to be standing for most of the day.
Hours would vary from day to evening hours
Salary
Range:
To Be Determined
Application
Deadline:
Open Until Filled
Physical Therapy Assistant Program Chair
Qualifications:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
• Professional, ethical and legal conduct standards.
• Conflict resolution.
• Cultural diversity.
• Clinical community, including public health.
• The roles of the physical therapist and physical therapist assistant in Iowa and Nebraska.
• Skill safety and effectiveness in the planning and delivery of optimal patient care.
• Organization and time management.
Ability to:
• Travel as needed including local and intrastate.
• Commit to being a self-directed, problem-solving, lifelong learner.
• Demonstrate proficiency in basic computer software programs.
Educational Experience and Training:
Post baccalaureate degree in physical therapy. A minimum of five years clinical experience in a variety of settings, including active participation in a physical therapist/physical therapist assistant working relationship active participation in professional organization.
Job Duties:
The program chair provides administrative oversight of the physical therapy assistant program and is responsible for the following:
Essential Functions:
Fiscal Responsibility:
• Manages budget for supplies, equipment, space, staffing.
• Plans for and implements personnel developmental needs and formal educational opportunities to meet criteria for potential grants for ongoing expansion.
Curriculum:
• Oversees faculty assignments, adjunct performance in conjunction with the dean. Mentors clinical faculty and visits classes providing feedback on technical and pedagogical data to adjunct and fulltime faculty.
• Assesses and creates curriculum/course development, defining course and program outcome measures and assessments using standards professional protocols.
• Coordinates compliance with accreditation requirements.
• Serves as the content expert for contemporary curricular content for the education of the physical therapist assistant.
Advising:
• Serves as the primary advisor for PTA student counseling and advisement utilizing training provided by the college.
Instruction:
• An ability to apply successful teaching methods in the academic laboratory and/or clinical environments as evidence by planning, organizing, managing, implementing, and assessing the students learning experience.
• Teaches select courses in the core curriculum utilizing educational pedagogy principles to engage student learning
• Oversees the clinical experiential learning opportunities
Communication:
• Utilizes effective written communication skills, including the ability to address difficult issues and diverse populations with succinct documentation.
• Utilizes effective interpersonal and communication skills with students as demonstrated by clearly articulating expectations, providing and receiving constructive feedback, actively listening and holding critical conversations.
• Demonstrates accountability and skills in conflict management and negotiation.
Professional Service:
• Supports student recruitment via tours, hosting career days and college retention initiatives.
• Serves on institutional committees, and participation in leadership within the division of Health, Biological and Sports Science.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Secretary for the Dean of Agriculture, Education, and Social Sciences
Qualifications:
Acceptable Experience and Training:
* Requires an associate degree in office administration or related field or three years of progressively responsible administrative professional experience.
Job Duties:
About the Position:
This is a full-time position. The successful candidate will perform a variety of skilled clerical and office management responsibilities. Considerable judgment and independent action is exercised in establishing or adapting work procedures to new situations. Work is normally reviewed for results obtained.
Job Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Communications:
- Maintains active communication with appropriate state department of education personnel and accrediting agency personnel, when appropriate.
- Serves as the dean’s designee for transmitting instructions, providing mass communication within the division in a timely manner and is delegated responsibility for handling specific routine administrative details.
- Composes correspondence on routine matters requiring knowledge of departmental operations and regulations using standardized forms.
* Public Relations:
- Acts as a receptionist, greeting visitors, answering and responding to general inquiries, or directing visitors to the appropriate personnel.
- Coordinate divisional activities related to HLC and other accrediting bodies including NACEP.
- Coordinates division response to Gainful Employment Act reporting data.
* Faculty/Division Support:
- Maintains all files and supportive data in an organized system for the respective division.
- Serves as the divisional contact for students, faculty, community and vendors.
- Schedules meetings for the dean and designated persons.
- Collects, inputs scheduling data, archives and maintains accuracy of this data for the academic year.
- Coordinates the hiring process and orientation of new faculty, including interactions with Human Resources and Information Technology; maintaining an open communication channel with fulltime and adjunct members.
- Maintains timely submission of course/program assessments, web-based program pages, and syllabi uploading by working closely with program chairs.
* Fiscal Duties:
- Completes all correspondence, financial reports, accreditation reports, documents and other transcribing for the dean with acceptable accuracy.
- Prepare purchase requisitions, travel requests and internal budget transfers.
- Monitor budget expenses and track invoices.
* General Office:
- Independently performs routine office management details.
- Organizes, prioritizes, retrieves appropriate data to complete assignments from the supervisor within established guidelines.
- Retrieves/tracks files or information from manual or automated files.
- Maintains manuals and updates resource materials.
- Demonstrates continuous quality improvement efforts to improve operations while maintaining quality service and timeliness.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- Maintains a high level of confidentiality in all areas of position.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
* Knowledge of:
- Proper business English, spelling, and grammar.
- Office practices, procedures, and equipment operations.
- Customer relations.
- Conflict resolution.
* Ability to:
- Maintain high level of confidentiality
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Work independently on assignments with minimal guidance, organize, prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
- Comprehend and make inferences from written material.
- Work cooperatively with the public and other College employees.
- Demonstrate proficiency in computer operations and software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, Vizio, Macromedia-Contribute.
- Learn job-related material primarily through oral instruction and observation.
- Act independently in adapting work procedures as situations require.
- Move light objects weighing less than 20 pounds such as mail, supplies, and files.
- Sort, separate, arrange, file, or distribute incoming mail products or material in appropriate manner.
- Perform a broad range of duties.
Salary: Starting salary for Secretary Level IV is $11.10/hr.
Benefits: Benefits include health, dental, long-term disability and life insurance; paid sick leave, holidays and retirement.
Application: Minorities and bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A completed application will include 1) completed IWCC Application form; 2) current resume; 3) cover letter. An application form may be requested from the Human Resources office or through the www.iwcc.edu/jobs web page. Applications should be completed and returned to:
IWCC Human Resources Office
Iowa Western Community College
2700 College Rd. Box 4-C
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Salary
Range:
11.10/hr
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Testing Proctor (Part-time)
Qualifications:
Education:
High School diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Experience, Skills, and Abilities:
Experience in a customer-related field with the demonstrated ability to react to customers quickly, accurately, and congenially required. Experience or training that demonstrates strong communication skills and strong organizational skills required. Must possess strong computer skills, particularly the ability to operate and understand a complex student information system and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word. The ability to work as a contributing member of a high-energy Records and Admissions team in a fast-paced environment is a must.
Job Duties:
JOB SUMMARY:
Proctors a wide variety of tests in the Iowa Western Testing Center, while maintaining a positive attitude and an image of friendliness. Assists in the execution of processes and provides data-entry support for the Admissions and Records Office with efficiency and accuracy.
HOURS:
Monday through Thursday
1:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
GENERAL
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Administers and proctors admission and placement tests for prospective and current students, namely a computer-based assessment called COMPASS. Enters student data and test scores in the College’s Student Information System.
2. Administers and proctors tests for students enrolled in online classes. Ensures test materials and instructions have been received from the instructor prior to the testing appointment. Communicates results to the instructor as soon as possible after the testing appointment.
3. Administers and proctors a variety of other tests, including but not limited to those for the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and for the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners.
4. Monitors quantity and quality of testing materials and equipment.
5. Provides data-entry support for the Admissions and Records Office with efficiency and accuracy, including, but not limited to entering prospect cards and processing address changes.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary
Range:
$11.00
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled
Workforce Development Director
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree preferred. A Bachelor’s Degree accepted with five years of administrative/supervisory experience required. Public agency experience, grant writing, accounting and computer background beneficial. Requires good oral and written communication skills as well as demonstrated organizational and people skills. Counseling, public relations, and human resources experience helpful.
Job Duties:
GENERAL DUTIES: The Director is responsible for the overall operations of the Workforce Development Department; also serves as the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and PROMISE JOBS (PJ) Program Director/Front Line Supervisor. Responsible for the interpreting program regulations, laws, issuances, and technical assistance guides.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
1. Develop, administer and monitor all budget, procurement and expenditure processes.
2. Oversee all federal and state reporting functions.
3. Oversee contractual relationships with the State Administrative Entity, service providers, employers, and program participants.
4. Approve and sign fiscal, contractual, and reporting documents for IWCC Workforce Development.
5. Maintain relations and coordinate program efforts with the Iowa Western Community College; Iowa Workforce Development and other WIA and PJ program operators in the state.
6. Staff all Regional Workforce Investment Board (RWIB), and Chief Elected Official (CEO) related meetings, activities, and functions.
7. Administer personnel policies and procedures; hire, supervise and provide technical assistance and training for IWCC Workforce Development staff.
8. Prepare all planning documents including the local Customer Service Plan and Plan modification.
9. Maintain partnerships with other human service agencies; serve as a liaison with Iowa Workforce Development and the Department of Human Services.
10. Coordinate advertising and public relations activities; develop forms, outreach brochures, and other printed materials.
11. Respond to public and business inquires regarding IWCC Workforce development activities and services. Represent IWCC Workforce Development at meeting and public functions and provide information about IWCC Workforce development to the general public, employers, and other interested parties.
12. Review WIA participant files, review eligibility and approve enrollment decisions.
13. Oversee the PJ case reading and limited benefit plan processes.
14. Field PJ participant complaints/grievances and work toward a resolution.
15. Conduct quarterly monitoring of contracts and files; monitor participant and program performance information.
16. Coordinate the resolution of findings resulting from audits, monitoring, or other reviews.
17. Gather and assimilate performance and program cost information on eligible training providers.
18. Attend professional meetings, education conferences, and training in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
19. Write and submit proposals for additional grants and funding.
Salary
Range:
To be determined
Application
Deadline:
Open until filled