Special Population Resource Specialist

Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking highly qualified applicants for its Special Population Resource Specialist (Full-Time) position in the Student Services division.  This position is located on Atlanta Tech's main campus, just South of Downtown Atlanta. 

 Job duties include, but may not be limited to the following:

·       Plan and implement a range of services for special population students.

·       Advise students on a variety of academic, social, and personal issues.

·       Conduct training and informational workshops for faculty and staff regarding teaching and serving students who belong to a special population.

·       Conduct informational workshops for students belonging to special populations on a variety of topics.

·       Refer students belonging to special populations to community agencies as appropriate.

·       Provide support to students with documented disabilities or other accommodations needs, ensuring equitable access to academic programs and services.

·       Assist in collecting data on special population students by accurately identifying and coding them in Banner.

Competencies:

·       Knowledge of curriculum and program development and evaluation.

·       Ability to research and collect necessary information

·       Ability to develop training courses.

·       Ability to conduct a needs analysis.

·       Ability to coordinate workshops and conferences.

·       Ability to advise staff on curriculum development, materials usage, and implementation procedures.

·       Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs

·       Oral and written communication skills.

·       Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.

·       Decision making and problem-solving skills.

Minimum Requirements:

Must possess and demonstrate a high school diploma / equivalent or an Associate’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, or a closely related area from an accredited institution AND two (2) years of experience working in a related field.  Must also possess experience with using student information systems such as Banner.

**Please Note: Experience may substitute for a degree on a year-for -year basis **

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferences may be given to candidates who in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications possess and demonstrate a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Services, psychology, or a related area from a regionally accredited institution AND Four (4) or more years of work-related experience.

** May be required to work at other campus locations and other locations within the community.  **

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 BACKGROUND SCREENINGS AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING ARE CONDUCTED PRIOR TO BEING HIRED.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail.  All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for the next steps in the selection process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu . To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu . Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodation should contact Georgina Dumay, Director, Human Resources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180A, Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW, Atlanta Georgia 30310. gdumay@atlantatech.edu  

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