Program Assistant - Truck Driving

Elgin Community College

United States, Illinois, Elgin

1700 Spartan Dr (Show on map)

Dec 20, 2024

About ECC:

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person-students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors-feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college's mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule:

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department of the department.

Rate of Pay:

This position is a grade 10 with a minimum of $16.93 and a mid-point of $20.49. Salary offer will be commensurate with the education/experience, in alignment with the College's compensation philosophy, and the current CBA, if applicable.

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Grant Funded:

Job Summary:

An employee in this classification performs work of routine difficulty performing a variety of recordkeeping, database and office support duties requiring attention to detail and adherence to regulatory guidelines to support the truck driving program. General supervision is received by the assigned manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

High school diploma or High School Equivalency (GED/HSE)
Two years of experience with Microsoft One Drive and Office Suite, and related software
Ability to proofread and edit work and maintain accurate documentation and updated reference material in compliance with regulatory guidelines and requirements
Working knowledge of Illinois Secretary of State requirements and regulations for CDL Class A licensure
Interpersonal skills to facilitate inquiries from internal and external stakeholders

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Associate degree in business or related field

Essential Duties:

Interact with students seeking admission to the CDL program and refer to the program director as needed
Prepare, track and manage a record of , of student interest in the CDL program
Work in partnership with the program director to comply with annual changes set forth by federal and state licensing laws
Assist program director in validating physical and drug test results for students, and assist in entering student information in the federal database and the Secretary of State CDL license testing
Cultivate and maintain good relations with the IL Secretary of State office
Collaborate with the college's workforce development division in consultation with the program director to manage WIOA student enrollment
Partner with the program director to assist in informational sessions with students seeking enrollment in the truck driving program

Other Duties:

Perform other job-related duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.

Physical Demands:

Light (up to 25 lbs occasionally or 10 lbs frequently)

Visual Acuity:

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Work Environment:

Moderate noise

Environmental Conditions:

Typical office or administrative

Current SSECCA Union Member Information:

The initial posting date for this position is 08/30/2024. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 09/09/2024 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.