Graduate Apprentices (Student Pathways Apprenticeship Program)

Ideal Candidate Statement:
Ohlone College has emerged as one of the premier community colleges in California and consistently ranked among the highest performing colleges by the Chancellors Office Student Success Scorecard. The College is characterized by high achieving students, an emphasis on transfer, and career education programs that focus on the entering the workforce; the College also maintains its unique commitment to carrying on the legacy of the Ohlone Peoples dedication to respecting and sustaining the environment. The College is seeking current graduate school students, including those in the application process or starting graduate programs in Fall 2021, to serve as apprentices supporting high schools in the Fremont, Newark and Union City school districts. The College would like to strengthen the pathway and services offered to these students by having a consistent presence on the high school campuses. This apprenticeship provides students with the skills, expertise, and experience necessary to enter professional roles in high school and higher education environments. This opportunity will equip apprentices with general and in-depth knowledge into a vast range of student support services and programs.


Position:
PURPOSE
The purpose of the Graduate Apprentice (GA) is to guide feeder school students on the pathway to Ohlone College. GAs will develop a relationship with assigned feeder school sites and students by being present on the school campuses. The GA will provide information, answer questions, and will assist in the recruitment, enrollment and matriculation of Ohlone College feeder school students.


Duties and Responsibilities:
OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Student Pathways Apprenticeship Program is to develop professionals who can, under the supervision of a designated manager, aid feeder school students. GAs will serve a designated location and provide student assistance in career assessment, college applications, financial literacy and applications, matriculation assistance and transition. GAs will also be versed in various student support programs (i.e. Umoja, Puente, Career Services, Undocumented Student Resources, Student Accessibility Services, EOPS, etc.)
GAs are essential to creating a model for student integration into the college to increase opportunities for success by introducing the college and its services to feeder school students. GAs will be trained to assist students and high school staff in the following areas: admissions, Guided Pathways interest areas, basic residency questions, dual enrollment processes & paperwork, financial literacy, financial aid applications, and Undocumented student access. GAs will also provide information on Ohlone College programs that include EOPS, Puente, Umoja, SAS, Career Planning, etc. GAs will develop their skills, abilities, and sensitivities in assisting a diverse student population in an educational setting. GAs will employ use of technology and communication systems to generate reports, track student progress, inform students of critical information essential to their success at Ohlone and other duties as assigned that support student success.

DURATION
Apprenticeships are renewable on an annual basis. GAs are eligible to participate in the program for up to three (3) years while enrolled in a qualified educational program and shall work a maximum of 20 hours per week with the assignment spanning 45 weeks per year including regular and summer terms.

ASSESSMENT
GAs will work under the direction and supervision of a college administrator. Their progress is measured each semester through direct observation, student surveys, mentoring, and ongoing training sessions.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
a. Identify a vast range of student support services and programs
b. Cite eligibility requirements, systems, and processes for student services and programs
c. Implement activities that address and resolve student barriers to entering college that promote retention and student success


Desirable Qualifications:
Desirable Qualifications
A. Bilingual competency in Spanish and/or American Sign Language preferred.


Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
A. Recent completion of a Bachelors degree or equivalent required
B. Enrollment in, and in good standing at a masters program at a regionally accredited college or university is preferred.
C. Demonstration of effective oral and written communication skills, including presentations;
D. Possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs;
E. Possess good record keeping skills with an attention to detail;
F. Possess the ability to provide an equitable and inclusive working and educational environment;
G. Possess a sensitivity to people from various academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, religious, gender, physical ability and religious backgrounds.


Physical Characteristics:
WORKING CONDITIONS
GAs will be assigned to a school site within the Ohlone Community College district, which include the cities of Fremont, Newark and Union City. The work assignment will consist of a maximum of 20 hours per week over a span of 45 weeks. Sixteen (16) hours will be served at the school site over a minimum of two days per week, and four (4) hours will be assigned at the Ohlone College campus for meetings and training activities. Reliable transportation to and from assigned locations is required.

The college is operating remotely for spring 2020 although there will be occasions for the GAs to come on campus for in-person training and meetings.


Starting Salary Range: GAs are compensated on a pay scale that offers graduated hourly payrates and steps as follows: Step A: $16.00; Step B:$17.00; Step C:$18.00 and Step D: $19:00. The rate of pay will increase a step for each year that the GA completes in the program.
Posting Number: A/T145-14
Number of Vacancies: 16
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Open Until Filled: Yes

Equivalency:
If you do not meet minimum qualifications as stated, a completed equivalency portfolio with all related documents must accompany the application or your packet will not be considered. The equivalency form could be found on our website at:
http://www.ohlone.edu/org/hr/jobs/docs/equivalencyform-forfacultycandidatestocomplete.pdf


Foreign Transcripts:
Transcripts issued outside the United States require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the filing deadline.


Benefits Statement:
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Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986:
Applicants selected for positions will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the federal