Educational Assistant - Truck Driving Program Support (Full-Time)

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Educational Assistant - Truck Driving Program Support (Full-Time)

Salary

$19.95 - $24.95 Hourly

Location

Oak Creek, WI

Job Type

Specially - Funded (Full-Time)

Job Number

2023-04454

Division

Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation Pathway

Department

Commercial Driving (458)

Opening Date

02/01/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Supplemental Information

This position does not supervise employees

Application Requirements

Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Typing "See Resume" in lieu of application completion will not be acceptable.

Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. MATC's diverse team members - 42% of whom are employees of color--work with a purpose to serve the students who make us one of the most diverse two-year institutions in the Midwest. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we shared and committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education for both students and employees. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

Note: This is a grant-funded position. Funding for this position is contingent upon the terms of the grant and is currently funded for up to 52 weeks (one year from start date). 

This positions are funded under the WTCS Core Industries Grant. Education Assistants in this area specifically provide support for Manufacturing, Constriction, and Transportation faculty and students during their General Education semesters, when they are taking Science, English and etc. courses. Assists in the learning process by providing professional services for the specific courses the Educational Assistant is assigned to. Daily responsibilities are completed independently using established policies and general objectives with occasional supervisory contact for policy clarification or interpretation.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative (60%); in support of the Truck Driving Program as follows 

  • Create and maintain spreadsheets as well as perform data entry
  • Complete, order, monitor, and report on Inventory. Create purchase orders for needed equipment and supplies while working with Faculty and Dean to identify needed inventory and supplies 
  • Communication via telephone and email with vendors, students, and staff
  • Recruit, track and communicate with prospective students
  • Provides support for specialized software as related to the center’s specialty.
Hands On (35%); in support of the Truck Driving Program as follows:
  • Stage equipment for class (e.g. cones, tools, and trucks) as appropriate.
  • Maintain and coordinate equipment.
  • Assist students with assignments, projects, reports, credentials, and activities.
  • Participates in related in-service training, workshops, divisional meetings, and other educational activities as required.
  • Assume responsibility for the maintenance of the spaces assigned; establish, and enforce regulations related to the equipment used.
  • Supports specific departments in providing smooth delivery of semester startup packets and instructional materials to improve service and efficiency for students and faculty.
  • Works closely with student services to understand possible learning needs and helps create adaptive materials in conjunction with the instructor.
  • Provides alternative support for specific academic skills, consistent with classroom instruction and in conjunction with Faculty instruction if needed.
  • Encourages learning and study skill behaviors that help students to accomplish their academic goals
  • Assists with makeup testing and proctoring services for MATC Truck Driving students
  • Updates inventory and other data; prepares relevant reports.
  • Acts as a liaison between students and faculty.
  • Performs other related duties as required for the efficient operations of the division.

Qualifications

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements:

  • Associate degree or higher in a comparable field preferred with at least two (2) years of related experience*
*Related experience MUST consist of ALL of the following:  
  • Must hold a current valid commercial driver's license (CDL) in good standing. 
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Apps, and research tools including Word, Excel, and internet applications is required.
  • Knowledge of instructional and other procedures as related to truck driving including driving and maintenance.
  • Proven ability to work with students from diverse social and economic backgrounds.
  • Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with students, staff, teachings, internal and external repair services, and the general public
Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree and at least three (3) years of related experience*
  • Experience in organizing the maintenance of tractor trailers is desirable. 
COMPETENCIES
  • Cultivates innovation
  • Optimizes work processes
  • Ensures accountability
  • Collaborates
  • Interpersonal savvy
  • Communicates effectively
  • Instills trust
  • Customer focus
  • Action oriented
  • Values differences
  • Self-development
  • Compassion
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Familiarity with the instructional process and use of instructional media.
  • Skilled in operating and maintaining specialized equipment and software.
  • Organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to understand and support the student-teacher relationship.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, teachers, and the
  • general public.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
  • Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all
  • levels of employees and management.
  • Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word to create inventory and other various
  • reports.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and contractors.
  • Ability to order needed supplies while understanding budget constraints.
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse educational and socio-economic backgrounds.

Supplemental Information

Start Date:  This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction and Trades Division and is available now.
Note: This is a full-time specially-funded position. The length of this position is contingent upon the terms of the grant and is currently funded for up to 52 weeks (One year from start date).
Hours/Location:  non-negotiable

  • In-person assignment at our Oak Creek Campus
  • Noon - 8 PM, 4 days a week and Friday's flexible (8-5 pm or Noon - 8 pm) 
Hourly Rate:  Salary is listed to the midpoint of the salary range and is based on the 2023/2024 rates and are determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity.
Application Materials:  Along with your completed application please upload a resume. This position requires a degree and your education will be formally verified prior to offer.
Interviews:  Selected qualified candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position on a date to be determined. Candidates who are selected after the first interview will be invited to a second round interview.
Application Requirements:  Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration.  Typing "See Resume" in lieu of application completion will not be acceptable.  Salary determination will be based on years of credited experience that is listed on the job application only so please include complete work history.

EEO/AA
Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.  

Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711)  or email jobs@matc.edu. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply

Health Insurance 
  • MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:
    • Low Deductible PPO
    • High Deductible PPO
  • Upon selection, the coverage begins the first of the month following start date. You will have 30 days from your start date to enroll.
  • MATC contributes a generous percentage towards medical insurance premium. 
  • Both medical plans include prescription drug coverage at no additional cost to employees.
  • Employees are offered an option to enroll in a Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with the selection of the Low Deductible PPO plan.
  •  Employees are offered an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) with the selection of the High Deductible PPO plan with employer contributions.
Dental Insurance
  • MATC offers a group dental plan through Delta Dental.
  • Upon selection, the dental insurance plan coverage begins the first of the month following start date. 
  • Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and has an orthodontic benefit for dependents up to age 19.
Vision Insurance
  • MATC offers a group vision plan through Superior Vision..Upon selection, the vision insurance plan coverage begins the first of the month following start date.
  • Plan covers eye exam, frames, lenses and contact lenses.
Group Life Insurance 
  • MATC offers group term life insurance benefits through Madison National Life Insurance Company effective the first of the month of start date and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is based upon the employee’s annual earnings rounded to the higher $1,000.00. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death. 
  • Supplemental Life Insurance is also available at group rates for employees, spouses, and dependents to purchase. 
Long-Term Disability
  • MATC offers long-term disability insurance through Madison National Life Company after 30 days of employment and is fully paid for by the College.   Benefits provided are equal to 66 2/3% of base monthly earnings.
Flexible Spending Accounts
  • MATC offers two types of Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA):
    • Health Care FSA
    • Dependent Care FSA
  • This type of benefit allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars per calendar year for a variety of medical, dental, and vision expenses (for a Health Care FSA) and for day care expenses for children under 13 or family members that are dependent on you for more than half their support (for a Dependent Care FSA) up to a maximum amount.
Retirement Savings
  • Regular full-time employees of MATC who are hired for greater than 12 months become members of the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)’s pension system as of day one of employment. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.8%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.8% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee's behalf. Contribution rates are subject to change annually as set by the State.
  • In addition to the WRS pension account, employees may enroll in other optional retirement savings plan such as a 403(b) account or a 457 account on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.
Sick Leave
  • MATC offers employees a generous sick leave plan per year.  
  • Each employee may accumulate up to 165 days of full sick leave with an unlimited accumulation of half pay sick leave. 
Vacation
  • MATC offers a vacation policy to employees for the purpose of rest and relaxation.  
  • Vacation is earned at a generous rate each year of employment. (Not available for Instructors)
Paid & Flexible (Floating) Holidays
  • MATC offers 12 paid holidays for non-Faculty positions and 7 paid holidays for Faculty positions.
  • MATC provides two flexible (floating) holidays per employee per year. (Not available for Instructors).
Tuition Benefits:
  • Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement and waiver after completing probationary period. 
  • Amount allowed per fiscal year is 18 credits at MATC or $1,400 at other accredited institutions. 

01
What is the highest degree you have completed from an educational institution?
  • No High School or GED
  • High School or GED
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctoral Degree
02
Please list your degree(s) and conferred field(s)?
03
Do you have a current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?
  • Yes
  • No
04
If you answered no to the question above, are you willing to obtain certification in CDL testing?
  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A - I currently have a CDL testing certification
05
How many total years of relevant work experience do you have?
  • Less than 2 total years
  • 2 - 4 total years
  • 4 - 6 total years
  • More than 6 total years
06
Please describe how your work experience, as it relates to this Educational Assistant position, will benefit students who are enrolled specifically in MATC's Truck Driving program.
07
Provide a detailed summary of your clerical office experience including size office any Microsoft office of Google experience.
08
Do you have experience working with diverse populations? (Examples: AmeriCorps, Military Experience, the Peace Corps, Public Allies, Vista Volunteers of American etc.)?
  • Yes
  • No
09
(INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please specifically describe how your previous or current duties/experience relates to this position. (External candidates type N/A)
10
Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Have you included and fully completed the education and experience information on your application?
  • Yes
  • No
11
This position has a probationary period of six (6) months. The person who is hired for this role would not be able to transfer into another role within the college until the six (6) month probationary period has been completed. Is this acceptable to you?
12
Job Parameters: - Full-time, 40 hours a week year-round IN-PERSON position - Oak Creek Campus location, 5 days a week - Hours are noon - 8 PM, 4 days a week; Friday's flexible (8-5 pm or Noon - 8 pm) - Pay range is $19.96 - $24.96 per hour. Are these hours, location and pay range acceptable to you? Please type comments below.

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