Specialist, Adult Education Compliance (Grant-Funded)

JOB SUMMARY

The Adult Education Compliance Specialist will provide technical support to, and work collaboratively with, the Adult Education Program (AEP) which includes the Houston Literacy Consortium (HLC) comprised of a number of community based sub-contractors.

The Adult Education Compliance Specialist will take the lead as the technical assistant in monitoring the ongoing integrity of data collection, data review, data entry, data analysis, and data archival for the HLC.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Coordinate and maintain all continuing data operations related to ensure proper compliance with the Texas Education Agency grant requirements.

Oversee and implement compliance with the US Office of Vocational and Adult Education (OVAE) National Reporting System (NRS) requirements and Houston Community College Policy and Procedures relative to Adult Education Programs.

Develop an annual timeline for data operations and deadlines.

Process all new course additions, special projects, local need forms and/or course changes and revisions received from HLC sub-contractors.

Conduct data sampling to ensure consistency between paper and electronic records.

Collaborate with the Program Director/Support Services (Data Management) on the creation of professional development training for AEP and HLC staff regarding State and Federal compliance processes and record keeping.

Manage the augmentation and editing of existing data sources and verifies database content is updated and streamlined to ensure optimal use.

Performs other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Associate's degree is required
• Sixty (60) hours toward degree completion plus five (5) years directly-related experience, preferably in Adult Education Programs or Systems may be substituted for degree requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Education or related field preferred
• 3 years' experience in working with Adult Education or related field required

Licensing & Certification

• Valid Texas Driver License

Special Skills

• MS Office Programs
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft
• Budget Management

Competencies

• Delivering High Quality Work
• Accepting Responsibility
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Acting with Integrity
• Thinking Critically
• Managing Change
• Communicating Effectively

Working Conditions

General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We're proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools Commission on Colleges, we offer 300+ associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000+ students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You'll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you'll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City's 55.
• 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don't forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation's top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston's cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.