Classification Title: Non Teaching Faculty
Department: Counseling & Advising
Rank:
Tenure Information: Tenure Track

Job Description:
BASIC FUNCTION
Under the direction of the Dean of Counseling Services, it is the responsibility of the counselor to 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 vision, mission, and values of the community college district.

Support the exploration and development of the academic, career, and personal goals of all students. Assist students to effectively and successfully progress through the (their individually defined) educational process while remaining committed to providing all students with (equal) access to an array of counseling services.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environment: Office environment. Constant interruptions.

Assignments may be held at all campus locations, Palm Desert, Indio, Coachella, Mecca-Thermal, Palm Springs, and/or Desert Hot Springs. Classes may be scheduled during the day, evening, or weekend.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS

• Faculty Bargaining Unit Position

Essential Duties:
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
The duties listed below are representative of the essential functions of the position. SPECIFIC DUTES:
Student Advising
1. Advise enrolled students on such matters as:
a. Course content, scope and meaning.
b. Major course requirements for the degree or certificate.
c. Learning skills
d. Collateral or enrichment reading or experience opportunities for further understanding of the courses or subject field.
e. Career alternative/opportunities related to the subject field.

2. Participate as a Faculty Advisor to student organizations or clubs.
Professional Development1. Participate in required professional development activities.
2. Continue to develop professional skills and knowledge.
3. Participate in planning staff development programs.
4. Participate in institutional research activities and grants.
5. Attend/participate in professional conferences, seminars or meetings.
Additional Responsibilities1. Schedule and maintain office hours; announce office hours to students in all classes.
2. Attend and participate in department/center meetings.
3. Attend commencement ceremony.
4. Participate in the process of Shared Governance by contributing to the academic community through committee work on the department, division, college and/or district level, or participate in other significant non-classroom college, district or community activities.
5. Keep official records required by District policy and administrative procedures and submit them in accordance with college procedures.
6. Participate in supervision of student assistants and paraprofessionals.
7. Participate in articulation activities and the coordination of inter-divisional and intra-divisional learning activities.
8. Abide by departmental regulations concerning the proper use, care and security of equipment.
9. Advise administration of unsafe conditions or potential hazards and recommend solutions.
10. Participate in advisory committee meetings as required.
11. Consult with management on personnel needs; assist with position announcements, recruitment and screening/interviewing committees.
12.Participate in the tenure review process as assigned.
13. Participate in the evaluation of regular faculty and adjunct faculty as assigned.
14. Participate in mentoring of new faculty as assigned.
15. Fulfill all obligations as established in the current collective bargaining agreement.

Knowledge Of:

Ability To:

Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling, OR the equivalent

(NOTE: A bachelors degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)

• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

EQUIVALENCY REQUESTS & FOREIGN EQUIVALENCY EVALUATIONS:

• If you do not clearly meet the minimum qualifications as they are defined, you must submit an Equivalency Request Form and narrative with your application.
• Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency Evaluation be uploaded in addition to the foreign transcripts.
• Additional Equivalency Information is available by clicking here.

Preferred Qualifications:

Salary Range/Rate: Commensurate on experience/education, Monthly - $7,665.653 - $9,840.235
Salary Detail Information: Salary Placement is according to the Full time Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Minimum Masters level starting at $7,665.653 for an annual 11-month assignment. Maximum starting salary with Ph.D and significant instructional experience is $9,840.235 for a 11-month annual assignment. For more information on salary placement please see the the College of the Desert Faculty Association (CODFA) Contract, Appendix B

• CODFA Contract Information is available by clicking here.
• Salary Schedule is available by clicking here.

Posting Number: 23-019-F
Open Date: 03/31/2023
Close Date: 4/30/2023
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Special Instructions Summary

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:
Applications missing any of the required documents listed will not be considered. The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Online Application: Please fill out your online application completely with all requested details.
• Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.
• Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.
• Unofficial Transcripts: Must be from an accredited institution, show name of institution, degree awarded, discipline, and date awarded. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of the required transcripts.

IN YOUR APPLICATION:

• The List of Professional References should include at least two current or previous supervisors, two faculty members, and two other references not related to the applicant (including classified support staff). Please include names, e-mail addresses and current telephone numbers for each professional reference. Applicants from sectors other than higher education should submit comparable references. Letters of reference will not be accepted in lieu of the required List of Professional References.

EQUIVALENCY REQUESTS & FOREIGN EQUIVALENCY EVALUATIONS:

• If you do not clearly meet the minimum qualifications as they are defined, you MUST submit an Equivalency Request form along with your application materials.
• Equivalency Information is available by clicking here.
• Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency Evaluation be uploaded IN ADDITION TO the foreign transcripts.
• Foreign Equivalency information is available by clicking here.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

• Faculty Bargaining Unit Position

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