HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Job Descriptions

JOB TITLE: Thurgood Marshall College Fund S.O.A.R. Leads

REPORTS TO:Director Historically Black Colleges & Universities Initiatives

DEPARTMENT:Title III & Thurgood Marshall College Fund

EXEMPT: NO

VICE PRESIDENT: Vice President of Career and Technical Education Sponsored Grants and HBCU Initiatives

GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund Soaring Observing and Achieving Results (SOAR) HBCU Scholars Program Lead plays a critical role in ensuring a successful and impactful experience for all participants. This position is responsible for overseeing daytime operations managing camp staff and supporting the overall camp environment. The Lead will work closely with mentors presenters and campus staff to coordinate daily activities maintain a positive atmosphere and ensure the safety and engagement of all campers.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
• Able to work some evenings and weekends.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree in general studies or a related field or completion of at least 30 hours of college coursework.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Positive role model with strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate high school students.
• Strong organizational teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility patience and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Daytime Supervision: Monitor student activities and ensure safety during daytime hours.
• Student Support: Provide guidance enforce camp rules and address student concerns.
• Safety and Crisis Management: Respond to emergencies conduct dorm checks and report incidents.
• Communication: Maintain clear communication with staff for smooth transitions.
• Logistics: Assist with lights out wake-up calls and evening activity coordination.
• Represent SOAR Summer Camp and Hinds Community College professionally.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand walk sit taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.

The employee is occasionally required to stand walk; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.

We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths ideas and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions drive innovation and deliver better results.

Mission

Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose passion and profession.

Vision

Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.

Values

Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:

• Integrity
• Diversity
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Leadership
• Stewardship

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin religion sex age disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity equity and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn work and serve our communities.

The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:

EEOC Compliance: The Office of Human Resources Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: or Email: Title IX: Associate Vice President Student Services Title IX Coordinator Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: or Email: