LeadResidential Assistant

HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

JOB TITLE: Lead/Residential Assistant

REPORTS TO: Director of HBCU Initiatives

DEPARTMENT: Title III &Thurgood Marshall College Fund

EXEMPT: Non-Exempt

VICE PRESIDENT: Vice President of CTE Sponsored Grants & 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.

The SOAR Lead Staff member serves as a key support person for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund SOAR HBCU Scholars Program and assists the Director of HBCU Initiatives with the overall coordination and implementation of program activities. Lead Staff provide supervision and guidance to mentors support daily operations ensure student engagement and help maintain a positive and productive program environment. Lead Staff serve as role models and leaders while helping ensure the successful execution of all program components.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must demonstrate an ability to teach and engage high school students in a classroom or enrichment setting

Strong commitment to working with disadvantaged and underrepresented student populations

Ability to incorporate innovative hands-on and experiential learning strategies

Excellent communication organization and interpersonal skills

Ability to collaborate effectively with program staff and stakeholders

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree in a relevant subject area (required)

Previous experience working with students is highly desirable

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

Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues legislation and best practices.

Develop and implement engaging hands-on curriculum for assigned subject area.

Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports student growth and achievement

Monitor and assess student progress providing timely feedback and academic support

Maintain accurate records of attendance grades and student performance

Collaborate with program staff to ensure alignment with overall program objectives

Participate in staff meetings training sessions and program activities as required

Encourage student participation in academic cultural and enrichment activities

Uphold program policies procedures TMCF SOAR guidelines

Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Will supervise participants during their residential stay and during summer activities.

Responsible for ensuring student safety accountability and appropriate behavior in residential and program settings.

Will provide guidance and support to assigned student groups under the direction of program staff.

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 the 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 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

PO Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: or Email: .

Title IX: Vice President Student Services Title IX Coordinator

PO Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: or Email: .