BEVILL STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
1411 Indiana Avenue Jasper, AL 35501
205-387-0511

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Beginning date: October 27, 2021
Closing date: November 10, 2021

This is an AT-WILL position for which the attainment of non-probationary status (tenure) is not available.
(Grant funded; Continued employment is contingent upon funding.)

POSITION #878: Director of Educational Talent Search – Sumiton Campus

APPROXIMATE STARTING DATE: November 2021

GENERAL INFORMATION: Bevill State Community College is an accredited, learning-centered institution dedicated to student success by providing quality educational and training opportunities that enrich lives intellectually, economically, and culturally.

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of Master Degree in education, counseling, social work or a closely related field from an institutionally accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in education, counseling, social work, or closely related field is required. Preference is given to candidates who have: experience working with TRIO programs or with similar grant-funded academic program; experience with counseling or teaching secondary school students; and a background similar to the target population.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: This position requires the employee to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations: perform data entry operations; operate a motor vehicle; communicate orally; communicate in writing; communicate with auditory skills; capable of mobility; climb and descend steps; sit for extended periods of time; stand for extended periods of time; utilize keyboarding skills; utilize microcomputer and computer terminals; maneuver in small places; bend; kneel; and reach; possess visual ability and manual dexterity; possess basic mathematical skills; operate calculator, copier, fax machine; demonstrate knowledge of the English language, including grammar, word usage, syntax, and sentence structure; utilize telephone system. Comply with all policies of the Alabama Community College System, Board of Trustees, and the College.

SALARY RANGE: Minimum $53,250 - maximum $73,494 based on experience and educational level for placement on Salary Schedule C3 03.

DUTIES: In addition to adhering to the guidelines as specified by Bevill State Community College Personnel Handbook and the Alabama Community College System, duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Select eligible Talent Search participants.
2. Coordinate the delivery of Talent Search required services, both virtually and in-person, with the TS Advisors to ensure participant success.
3. Maintain an approachable and accessible relationship with participants.
4. Maintain security and confidentiality of participant and project files.
5. Evaluate staff, project and participant performance, and submit performance reports.
6. Authorize project expenditures.
7. Ensure efficient and effective budget management in accordance with EDGAR, Talent Search regulations, BSCC and State of Alabama policies.
8. Supervise a qualified project staff to maximize time and effort.
9. Maintain a beneficial relationship and open communication with target schools.
10. Serve as advocate for disadvantaged students.
11. Assist participants with navigating through the challenges of education.
12. Assist participants with developing proactive academic and career strategies and in setting goals for success.
13. Address academic, personal, career and non-cognitive barriers.
14. Provide academic and career advising and support.
15. Work with project tutors and mentors to assure student success.
16. Implement and execute the Competitive Preference Priorities strategies as outlined in the grant documents.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Bevill State Community College employment applications are available from the following address or visit our website at www.bscc.edu and click on “Job Opportunities” at the bottom of the homepage.

All applications should be mailed to:
Office of Human Resources
Bevill State Community College  
1411 Indiana Avenue
Jasper, AL 35501

OR email in a .pdf format to:employment@bscc.edu 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Completed applications must be received by 3:00 pm November 10, 2021 to ensure full consideration. Applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at his/her own expense. A complete application file consists of:

• A completed Bevill State Community College Application.
• Three current, signed, and dated letters of reference (no older than one year and relevant to the position)
• A signed and dated letter of interest with reference to the position number found on the position announcement.
• Complete transcripts from every institution from which any collegiate credit has been earned. Transcripts must include conferred or awarded date.
• A resume.
• No staples or paper clips.

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete.
Before an offer of employment can be made to the selected candidate, the College will require written verification (on letterhead and signed by an appropriate authority) from current and previous employers confirming the required level of experience as stated in the “Qualifications” section.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit a nonrefundable fee of $17.40 (additional charges may apply) for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Bevill State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

Bevill State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by federal or state law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. BSCC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. BSCC reserves the right to withdraw a job announcement at any time prior to the awarding

Please note that Bevill State Community College hours are 7:30 to 5:30 Monday-Thursday and 7:30 to 11:30 on Friday.