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Current Openings as of 2/8/2012
Postings are updated every Monday and as available position openings occur . New positions will be held open for a minimum of five days from date of posting. Repeat postings may be closed at any time.
Unless otherwise indicated, all applications should be submitted to the Human Resources Office.
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Human Resources Office, Alexander Hall, Room 129
550 North College Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711
Job Listing
Administrative/Managerial
Assistant Director - Community Based Research & Learning (Draper Center for Community Partnerships)
P1881
Regular, full-time, 12-month position (currently funded for 2 years with potential for regular ongoing funded status)
Salary: Dependent on qualifications
The Assistant Director for Community Based Research and Learning is a new position that will work closely with all constituents: faculty, staff, students and off campus community members to maintain current and develop new community based research and learning opportunities for the Draper Center. Current courses/programs include Theater for Young Audiences – a course that works with a local middle school and Oral Histories – a sociology course that partners with a local high school. The Assistant Director will be key to implementing a number of community-based courses and research projects and as such, will work closely with the Faculty Coordinator, community members and Pomona College faculty to develop and implement new opportunities. The Assistant Director will serve as point person for all logistics related to implementing community based courses and research opportunities. The Assistant Director will take a leadership role in the Draper Center’s assessment efforts by working with various constituents to assess Draper Center programs, projects and courses especially as they relate to student learning outcomes as articulated by the Division of Student Affairs. Responsibilities include development of quantitative and qualitative research tools, data management and analysis, limited involvement in grant writing and occasional support for fundraising from private donors and occasional report writing.
The mission of the Center for Community Partnerships is to foster mutually beneficial exchanges among community members, students, faculty, and staff in order to support educational outreach initiatives, community-based research and learning, and other community engagement activities.
On campus, the experiences, ideas, and new perspectives that emerge from college-community connections can expand the classroom; enhance critical thinking; encourage students to view themselves as change agents; develop student leadership; support the recruitment and retention of diverse students, faculty, and staff; establish mentoring networks among diverse individuals; and help students refine the values and skills that will support lifelong practices of social responsibility.
Off campus, these activities support the College's responsibility and commitment to contribute to the surrounding communities in which we live and from which we receive intellectual, academic, and staffing resources. The Draper Center reinforces existing ties and forge new ones between the College and other community organizations ensuring dynamic, mutually educational and constructive partnerships. In doing so, the Center contributes to a wider trend to view all people as legitimate contributors to new knowledge that fosters social improvement.
The successful candidate will have a minimum three years of experience working with community engagement, service learning and/or social justice related programs; demonstrated knowledge of community based research and learning including theory, ethics, planning and execution of service learning/community-based courses, curricula and projects. A valid driver license with a clean DMV record and MAC, PC, MS OFFICE, Adobe, digital photography and social media familiarity required. Bilingual Spanish preferred. Masters Degree in a related field. PhD preferred.
Please submit a Pomona College application, resume, and cover letter to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711 by 5 p.m., 6 January 2012. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726.
Assistant Director, Sustainability & Energy Management
P1876
Regular, full-time 12-month position
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications
Pomona College is seeking a talented, energetic, dedicated, and well-organized professional to serve as the Assistant Director, Sustainability and Energy Management. The candidate must be detailed-oriented and comfortable working in a relaxed but busy environment.
The successful candidate will provide leadership to the College’s sustainability programs and will develop, implement, and assess efforts for the integration of sustainability throughout campus operations and programs. He/She will develop, enhance, and maintain environmental stewardship within the campus community and among its constituencies as well as develop strategies for: energy and resource conservation and efficiency; building performance and retro-commissioning; cost forecasting; community engagement and outreach; and strategic planning for sustainability. This position supervises a Coordinator position and oversees the various programs of the Sustainability Integration Office. This position is an ex-officio member of the President’s Advisory Committee on Sustainability.
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Studies or other related field of study required; Master’s Degree preferred; Five years of hands-on experience implementing environmental or sustainability programs is required. Certified Energy Manager Certification (preferred) or the ability to obtain within 18 months. LEED level accreditation preferred or the ability to obtain within 18 months.
Please submit a Pomona College application, cover letter and resume to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726.
Associate Dean of Campus Life and Director of Residential Life (Repost)
P1846
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications
Regular, Full-time, 12-month position.
(Board plan provided when classes are in session)
The Associate Dean of Campus Life and Director of Residential Life is responsible for all programs and services which support the residential life of students. She/he is responsible for the hiring, training and supervision of the Residence Hall Staff (RHS). This staff includes three full-time Campus Life Coordinators, the Resident Advisors, the Residence Hall Programmers and all paid and volunteer members of the Sponsor Program (e.g. Head Sponsors and Sponsors). She/he is responsible for supporting RHS in their efforts in building a sustainable community and in their policy enforcement role within the residence halls. The Associate Dean is responsible for supporting RA’s residence hall programming. She/he is responsible for a number of programs throughout the year including new students' orientation and Family Weekend. She/he manages the Walker Coffeehouse and coordinates campus-wide alcohol, safety, and policy education. The Associate Dean is a member of the on-call group. She/he is expected to be available for scheduled office hours, evening residence hall staff meetings, and meetings with the on-call deans. In addition, the Associate Dean will be responsible for following up with student-code policy violators and assessing sanctions.
Masters Degree preferred. Applicant must be familiar with the mission and philosophy of selective liberal arts institutions. Experience as an RA is desirable but not required. Background check required.
Please submit a Pomona College application, resume, letter explaining qualifications and interest in the position, and the names and addresses of at least three references to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Pomona College graduates are encouraged to apply.
Director, Bernard Field Station
*Reviewing (no longer accepting applications)
Post-Baccalaureate Fellow for Educational Outreach (The Draper Center for Community Partnerships)
P1875
Temporary full-time appointment (January 2012 through June 2013)
Salary: Dependent on qualifications
(This position is open to recent [graduation within 3 years of application] Pomona College Alumni)
The Draper Center for Community Partnerships fosters mutually beneficial exchanges among community members, students, faculty, and staff in order to support educational outreach initiatives, community-based research and learning, and other community engagement activities. Working jointly with staff to coordinate and administer various programs, the Fellow will support ongoing Draper Center educational outreach programs including the Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS), Pomona Partners, Learning IN Collaboration, K-12 campus visitations and the opportunity to design and initiate one new program based on Fellow’s interests, expertise and programs needs. The Fellow will collaborate with the Assistant Director to further develop the academic year programming for PAYS, recruit PAYS participants and recruit, hire, train, and advise students to work with the summer and academic year PAYS program. The Fellow will supervise student coordinators and support data collection and record keeping for educational outreach programming.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated a commitment to community engagement initiatives, social justice work or other related activities. Some understanding of the theory and practice of community based programs and projects is required. Familiarity with local community based organizations and networks including K-12 schools is also expected.
Requires a valid driver license with a clean driving record, strong interpersonal communications skills and MAC, PC, MS office, Adobe, digital photography and social media experience. Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred.
Please submit a Pomona College application, resume, and cover letter to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711 by 5 p.m., November 29, 2011. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726.
Queer Resource Center (QRC) Program Coordinator
*Interviewing (no longer accepting applications)
PROFESSIONAL
Digital Filmmaker (Visiting Fellow of Media Praxis)
P1877
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications
Temporary, half-time (24 hours per week), 10-month position
(A renewable semester-long contract. Benefits provided)
The Department of Media Studies at Pomona College, a member of the Claremont Colleges, invites applications for a half-time, non-tenure track position as Digital Filmmaker. The Digital Filmmaker will collaborate in the inauguration of the Pomona Media Guild, a new instructional program supported by an external grant. The position begins January 3rd, 2012. The Media Guild brings theory and praxis together to provide a structured video production experience for undergraduates in a variety of disciplines across the College. The Guild Filmmaker’s primary responsibilities lie in co-teaching a half-credit course each semester (Spring and Fall) in video production, effective documentary and creative strategies, as well as pre- and post-production.
The Guild Filmmaker will teach digital camera and sound techniques and advanced, non-linear editing in Final Cut. Other responsibilities include acquiring and maintaining equipment dedicated to the course and regular, in-person instruction and support for individual student video projects. In addition, the Guild Filmmaker will work closely with a College faculty member to support other functions of the Media Guild, including public and online presentations of work, and to promote film culture on the campus. Although some Guild students may pursue experimental and fictional work, the majority of students will be working in the documentary tradition.
An MFA or established filmography and demonstrated teaching experience are required. Experience in documentary is preferred. Review of completed applications will begin December 5, 2011. Pomona College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
Please submit an application including cover letter, vita, and filmography via email to: PomonaCollegeMediaGuild@pomona.edu. Samples of representative work can also be submitted via snailmail to: Nancy Jugan, Departmental Administrator, Department of Media Studies, Pomona College, 140 West Sixth Ave., Claremont CA 91711. Please include a self-addressed envelope if you would like your work returned.
Director, Summer Recreation Program
P1888
Salary: dependent upon qualifications
Temporary (8 week), full time equivalent assignment
The Summer Recreation Program (SummerRec) is a six week program of supervised activities open to Pomona College faculty and staff dependents in K-6. The program is generally scheduled between mid June and mid August. The SummerRec Program Director is responsible for the planning, development and implementation of group activities for the participants. The Director will develop and plan the program to include indoor and outdoor activity sessions on campus and at local points of interest; explore off-campus learning opportunities for participants and coordinate schedules and fees with the appropriate agency or vendor; develop the rules and procedures governing the Program, prepare and/or updates all forms; recruit, screen, hire and supervise up to four SummeRec counselors who will serve as support staff; assign duties, review completion of tasks, monitor attendance and sign off on timesheets for payroll purposes. The Director will addresses SummeRec issues and concerns raised by counselors, participants and parents/guardians, respond to requests for information from faculty and staff, establish fee schedule and purchase supplies and services in support of SummeRec. This position reports to the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources.
Required: BA/BS in secondary education or recreation management or equivalent combination of education and experience; 3 years of camp program or informal education experience; excellent interpersonal skills; a valid California driver license with a driving record acceptable to the College’s automobile liability insurer and the ability to successfully complete the Red Cross CPR and First Aid training certification are essential.
Please send a Pomona College application, cover letter, résumé, and a list of three references to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. Documents can also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726.
CLERICAL
Administrative Assistant (Registrar's Office)
*Reviewing (no longer accepting applications)
Administrative Coordinator - Academic Affairs (Dean of the College)
*Reviewing (no longer accepting applications)
SERVICE
Baker (Dining Services)
P1873
Regular, full-time, 12-month position
Salary: Dependent on Qualification
The Baker for the Dining Halls creates an assortment of desserts for all three meal periods by following recipes and/or product directions; measures ingredients using a variety of measuring devices and decorates cakes, cookies, pastries and other baked goods. The Baker maintains cleanliness of the work area at all times, analyzes all food production costs, including actual and variance, pre/post weekly food costs, food cost per meal, and purchasing specifications. The Baker will perform necessary baking for catering events and have the ability and willingness to work various hours.
This position requires a High School Diploma or GED; experience with baking and decorating cakes, cookies, pastries and other baked goods; understanding of production and record-keeping in order to plan accurately for baking requirements and to requisition supplies and equipment as needed. The ability to lift and move baking supplies and equipment weighing 30 pounds or more (successful completion of a functional capacity test). Must take and successfully pass California Food Handler Certification within 30 days of hire and successfully recertify every 3 years.
Please submit a Pomona College application, resume, and Food Handler ServeSafe certification (if currently certified) to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726.
Cook I - Dining Services (Repost)
P1833
Regular, full-time, 12-month position
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Knowledge of “Cook to Order” cooking system and its proper use; set up of food lines in their entirety, including but is not limited to: fill with water and/or ice, placing food, garnishing, etc.; maintain food line to insure high quality customer satisfaction; clean and maintain work and service area; clean and sanitize area at end of meal period; responsible for all production pertaining to grill service; may be responsible for food production in kitchen; ability to read and follow recipes in English; prepare, season, marinate, cook, taste, carve and serve soups, meats, vegetables and desserts; ability to operate a variety of kitchen equipment in order to cook, measure, mix, wash, peel, cut, or shred meats, fruits, vegetables or other ingredients; trimming and cutting meats, poultry, and fish; incorporate HACCP and PPE procedures in all kitchen production areas to insure safe kitchen; clean and maintain work area; take and record temperatures to assure compliance with Health Department guidelines; maintain production records for all food produced; properly use “Just in Time” and “Batch” cooking to insure freshness; minimize leftover and/or excess food production; utilize leftovers to assure minimal waste; label and date all items and store in appropriate areas; assist with catering production as required by manager or supervisor; may be requested to assist in the direction of all production in the kitchen including Prep Cooks and/or Cooks Helpers. . Must be able to lift 50 pounds consistently (functional capacity test required). Must be able to read, write and communicate in English. Must take and successfully pass California Food Handler Certification within 30 days of hire and successfully recertify every 3 years.
Please submit a Pomona College application, resume, and Food Handler ServeSafe certification (if currently certified) to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726.
Cook II
P1864
Regular, Full-time, 12-month position
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications
The Cook II will be responsible for food production in kitchen. The Cook should be able to read and follow recipes in English. Prepare, season, marinate, cook, taste, carve and serve soups, meats, vegetables and desserts. Ability to operate a variety of kitchen equipment in order to cook, measure, mix, wash, peel, cut, or shred meats, fruits, vegetables or other ingredients. Trimming and cutting meats, poultry, and fish. Must be able to incorporate HACCP and PPE procedures in all kitchen production areas to insure a safe kitchen. Clean and maintain work area; take and record temperatures to assure compliance with Health Department guidelines. Cook II will keep production records for all food produced. Properly use “Just in Time” and “Batch” cooking to insure freshness. Minimize leftover and /or excess food production. Utilize leftovers to assure minimal waste. Label and date all items and store in appropriate areas. Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds. Direct all production in the kitchen including Prep Cooks and/or Cook’s Helpers. May be required to setup and maintain food service lines and steam tables.
The Cook II will perform other duties as required by management or supervisors; assist in training of others; provide highest quality of service to customers; follow all HACCP guidelines; participate in training sessions as provided by college or food service provider; report to work on time and in uniform at the start of each shift; report back to work station on time after all breaks; punch in and out at the beginning and end of each shift and meal break. Must have general knowledge of reading, writing, and speaking English; follow all regulations and responsibilities covered in Employee Handbook and training classes. Must take and successfully pass California Food Handler Certification within 30 days of hire and successfully recertify every 3 years.
Please submit a Pomona College application, resume, and Food Handler ServeSafe certification (if currently certified) to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726.
Cook III
P1872
Regular, Full-time, 12-month position
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications
The Cook III in Dining Services handles the food production in the kitchen, trains prep cooks, assistant cooks and works with the executive chef or manager to develop new menu items while seeking innovative ways to cook and prepare food. This position will direct the work of others, participate in all training sessions, ensure and maintain the cleanliness of all work areas at all times, provide the highest quality of service to customers and perform other duties as required by management or supervisors. The Cook III reads and follows numerous recipes in English, operates a variety of kitchen equipment, takes and records temperatures to assure compliance with Health Department guidelines and follows all HACCP and PPE procedures in all kitchen production areas to ensure a safe kitchen. The Cook III will trim and cut meats, poultry and fish; season, marinate, measure, mix, wash, peel, cut, shred, carve, prepare, cook, taste and serve various soups, meats, fruits, vegetables, desserts and other ingredients. The Cook III will also keep production records for all food produced; label and date all items and store in appropriate areas, properly use “Just in Time” and “Batch” cooking to insure freshness, minimize leftover and /or excess food production and utilize leftovers to assure minimal waste.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, (successful completion of a functional capacity test) stand for long periods of time. Must take and successfully pass California Food Handler Certification within 30 days of hire and successfully recertify every 3 years.
Please submit a Pomona College application, resume, and Food Handler ServeSafe certification (if currently certified) to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726.
Dining Lead
P1885
Regular, full-time, 12-month position
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications
The Dining Lead ensures that the dining hall food areas are clean and well stocked, oversees the set up before and during each meal period (utensils, plates, food labels), monitors food lines and beverage machines, opens and closes the dining halls before and after each meal period, unlocks and locks the refrigerator, windows and doors and ensures the dining hall is ready for service daily.
The Dining Lead assists in training and supervising floor employees, monitoring productivity to assure timely completion of work, responsibility for filling and dispersing pack out orders and handling cash and making deposits from cashiers. The Dining Lead will fill in for staff to ensure coverage, conduct small department meetings when necessary, monitor and insure safe working conditions, report safety infractions and maintain logs for the Department of Health Services.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, valid Driver License, ability to read, write, and effectively communicate, ability to stand for long periods of time. lift and carry 50 pounds (Must pass a functional capacity test) and must take and successfully pass the ServSafe California Food Handler Certification within 30 days of hire and successfully recertify every 3 years.
Please submit application and resume to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726.
Pantry Worker - Dining Services (Repost)
P1835
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications
Regular, full-time, 12-month position
The Pantry Worker will be responsible for the set up and breakdown of the salad bar and deli bar in the Dining Halls of Pomona College. This position works with a variety of kitchen equipment and must be able follow all procedures and protocols for safe handling of equipment and food processing. Primary responsibilities for this position includes: mixing ingredients, preparing a variety of salads, salad dressings, toppings and condiments. Other responsibilities will include measuring, preparing relishes, fruits, cheeses, dessert trays, and deli meats and maintaining the cleanliness and temperatures of these food areas to ensure freshness. Other job related duties may be assigned. Must take and successfully pass California Food Handler Certification within 30 days of hire and successfully recertify every 3 years.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; 1-2 years working in dining services; must be able to lift 50 pounds and successfully pass a functional capacity test; must be able to read and follow oral and written instructions. Shifts may vary.
Please submit a Pomona College application, resume, and Food Handler ServeSafe certification (if currently certified) to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726.
Utility Worker - Dining Services (Repost)
P1834
Regular, Full-time, 12-month position
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications
The Utility Worker’s responsibilities are to receive incoming soiled dishes, trays, silverware, pots and pans; sort and wash using appropriate procedures as required by the dish machine; assure proper chemicals used at proper concentration; assure proper temperature of dish machine and water at least once per shift; sort clean dishes, trays, silverware, pots and pans; restock plates, glasses, silverware, pots, dishes, etc., before, during, and after the meal period; sweep and mop floors and spills; maintain cleanliness of work and service areas including floors, walls, trash cans, and worktables; collect and take out trash from service and kitchen areas. The Utility Worker may be required to assist in the loading and unloading of trucks; help setup dining room or banquets; may be required to maintain cleanliness of restrooms. Some requirements are to keep back dock and trash bins clean and keep all trash cans and wet floor signs clean. This position may require the employee to assist the floor attendant. The candidate must be able to lift 50 pounds.
The Utility Worker will perform other duties as required by management or supervisors; assist in training of others; provide highest quality of service to customers; follow all HACCP guidelines; participate in training sessions as provided by college or food service provider. It is important to report to work on time and in uniform at the start of each shift; report back to work station on time after all breaks punch in and out at the beginning and end of each shift and meal break. The Utility Worker should have general knowledge of reading, writing, and speaking English; follow all regulations and responsibilities covered in Employee Handbook and training classes. Must take and successfully pass California Food Handler Certification within 30 days of hire and successfully recertify every 3 years.
Please submit a Pomona College application, resume, and Food Handler ServeSafe certification (if currently certified) to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu or by fax (909) 607-1726.
Technical
No jobs available at this time.
On-Call Positions
On-Call Class B Driver (Smith Campus Center)
Salary: $15.00 per hour
Will drive College-owned 25-passenger shuttle on an as-needed basis. Reports to the Assistant Director of the Smith Campus Center & Student Programs. Duties include: driving 25-passenger shuttle bus; servicing shuttle bus occasionally (gasoline, wash, etc.); performing related duties as assigned. Must be at least 21 years old, have a valid Class B Driver License with a Passenger Endorsement and have a driving record acceptable to the college's automobile liability insurance carrier. Must be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently enough to: Converse with the general public; understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English Language; respond to official inquires and make entries on reports and records. Experience driving 25-passenger vehicle and working with college students preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pomona College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, place of national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation or physical handicap in its employment practices and in admission of students to educational programs and activities, in accordance with the requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and other applicable laws.
For further information please call (909) 621-8175 or inquire at the Human Resources Office, Alexander Hall, Room 129, 550 North College Avenue, Claremont, California 91711-6318.