Program Specialist, Student Support Services

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Education, Special Education, or related field; excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds with respect to socioeconomic levels, race, ethnicity, gender, physical and mental attributes, etc; familiarity with computers and various software; ability to plan, organize, and coordinate activities; ability to work one to two evenings per week and some weekend hours, based on need. 

Desired qualifications include a Master's Degree in Education, Special Education, or related field; experience working with students with disabilities, particularly learning disabilities; experience working in post secondary education; supervisory experience; evidence of success in overcoming barriers similar to to those confronting participants in the TRIO Student Support Services Program (first generation college student, low income, or disability); experience working with assistive technology, such as TTY and voice recognition software.  Position is full time, 52 weeks/year, 40 hours/week.  Targeted minimum salary: $27,914.00

All interested persons are to submit a DACC application and resume.  If you possess a college degree, transcripts are required (copies are acceptable).  To obtain an application you may call (217) 443-8757 or visit the website at www.dacc.edu/hr.  AA/EOE.