Peninsula College is an innovative, learning-centered community college focused on student success. Located on the picturesque Olympic Peninsula of Washington State, we are committed to putting teaching and learning at the forefront of all that we do. We work closely with our local communities to ensure that our core themes of education, opportunity, and enrichment are available to all.
Peninsula College Guiding Principles
- The teaching/learning process is at the center of the mission of Peninsula College.
- Members of the campus community will treat each other with mutual respect and dignity.
- Members of the campus community will be open and honest in their communications.
- Members of the campus community shall promote a positive work environment and avoid adversarial relationships.
- Each member of the campus community shall act ethically and with integrity.
- The campus will engage in collaborative decision-making processes.
If you share these values, we encourage you to consider employment with Peninsula College.
Current Open Positions
- Director of Fiscal Operations (Full-Time Exempt)
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Open date: October 24, 2024
Close date: December 30, 2024
Anticipated Start Date: January 2, 2024
Anticipated Monthly Salary Range: $8,750.00 - $9,833.33
THE POSITION
The Director of Fiscal Operations provides direct oversight and maintains overall administrative and fiduciary responsibility for management of business and financial activities. Provides leadership and operational oversite for Budget, Accounting, Student Financials, Payroll, Contracts and Grants, Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Investments, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls and Audits.This position reports to the Vice President for Finance and Administration and leads a team of at least 6 full time equivalent “FTE”.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for the planning, organizing, and directing all accounting functions of the College including general fund accounting, payroll, student financials, financial and budget data control, revenue and expenditure analysis, and other associated functions. Oversees the analysis of revenue and expenses by fund, federal and state grants, and other college funds.
- Responsible for the college’s financial management, including cash management and investment activity, expenditure control, revenue collection to ensure the College maintains an appropriate level of reserve funds and cash balances.
- Collaborates across departments on budget and financial reporting needs, problem solving and opportunities. Develop, revise and implement business policies and operating procedures as needed.
- Provides strong leadership to a diverse staff including team building, interpersonal communications and ensuring positive customer relations to internal and external stakeholders.
- Manages the production of annual financial statements, preparation for state and federal audits, including but not limited to workbook preparation, documentation of accounts, and disclosures.
- Manages the processing of 1098s, 1099s, 941s, W2s, etc. in compliance with IRS regulations.
- Oversee internal and external audits and provide information and perspective as needed to auditors and College leadership.
- Responsible for the preparation of various budget, accounting and financial reports as requested by College leadership.
- Forecast revenue and expenditures used in determining the institution-wide budget.
- Prepares budgets by collecting, analyzing and consolidating financial data, recommending plans.
- Oversee the management of college appropriations, allotments, and allocations.
- Function as liaison with State Treasurer, Office of Financial Management, State Auditor’s Office, State Board Office, bank, vendors, and other colleges and agencies as necessary.
- In conjunction with the Foundation’s Executive Director, direct and monitor Foundation’s accounting. Serve as liaison to the Foundation’s development efforts.
- Serve and represent the college on community and technical college system councils and committees; serve on college committees and participate in professional development activities as appropriate.
- Assist the Vice President and other college administrators as necessary; assume and effectively discharge other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of accounting and financial systems, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and State of Washington accounting and fiscal management law, rules, and regulations.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of computerized financial management systems; knowledge and experience working with PeopleSoft or other higher education enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is strongly preferred.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to discuss complex financial matters with non-financial personnel; use of tact, discretion and courtesy in communications; ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
- Ability to work in a diverse culture committed to building an anti-racist institution and dismantling barriers for marginalized and minoritized individuals.
- Ability to recognize the uniqueness of self and others, and demonstrate openness towards diverse points of view.
- Strong organization and planning skills – includes short- and long-range planning and policy decision making tools, including the ability to implement plans and use data analysis to ensure success.
- High level of technical expertise, excellent computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of applications, especially Excel, Teams, Lists, Planner, etc.
- Team building and development.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, think critically and exercise independent judgement.
- Demonstrated experience in managing projects involving cross functional teams.
DUTIES OF THE POSITION REQUIRE PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE:
- Experience supervising all areas of accounting, including payroll.
- Demonstrated supervision/management leadership experience, including mentoring, performance management, and reviews.
REQUIRED EDUCATION OR CERTIFICATES:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field. A combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year for year basis at the discretion of the college.
- Three (3) years of work experience supervising professional, technical, and support staff.
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in managing accounting and budget operations.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
- Post-secondary work experience, preferably at a community college.
- Experience with PeopleSoft or enterprise reporting programs/complex automated accounting systems, and data reporting and analysis.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- None.
REQUIRED WORK SCHEDULE AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Monday – Friday; normal office hours of operation.
- Work is primarily in an office environment which requires standing and/or sitting and using computers, office equipment, and phones for extended periods of time.
- Normal work location is at the Port Angeles campus.
- Ability to travel for meetings and special events when appropriate.
REQUIRED BACKGROUND CLEARANCE:
Yes.
EMPLOYMENT PAY AND BENEFITS INFORMATION
- Full-Time Exempt position
- Annual Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $118,000.00
- Nursing Assistant Certified Instructor (Port Townsend)
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Open Date: November 18, 2024
Close Date: December 8, 2024
Anticipated Start Date: January 3, 2025
Peninsula College is recruiting for a Part Time Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) Instructors to teach evening NAC classes at the Port Angeles and Port Townsend campuses
Essential Functions
- Teach nursing assistant classes in classroom, lab and clinical settings.
- Gather, organize, and/or create course materials that facilitate learning.
- Develop curriculum, provide course materials, evaluate student work, and assign grades.
- Incorporate current instructional technologies and interactive learning technologies in course delivery.
- Teach assigned courses in accordance with course descriptions and learning outcomes outlined in the syllabi.
- Utilize appropriate technology to facilitate teaching and learning.
- Provide learning opportunities in an atmosphere that promotes learning and student success.
- Through the course syllabus, orient students at the beginning of each course to the objectives of the course, learning outcomes, assessment methods, basis of grading, attendance requirements, the nature of assignments and class requirements.
- Conference with students to promote student success.
- Provide clinical instruction in various settings, to include days, weekends or evening shifts.
Duties of the position require knowledge, skills and abilities
- Experience working with computers and technology to deliver or support instruction.
- Proven strong communication skills, written and oral.
- Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings.
- The characteristics of team player, autonomy, timeliness in task performance, initiative, and a desire to learn.
Duties of the position require previous experience
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience working as a nurse.
- A minimum of one-year experience, within the past 3 years, caring for the elderly or chronically ill.
- CPR/First Aid certificate.
- Tuberculosis (TB) test within the last six (6) months.
- Experience teaching adults preferred.
- Experience supervising nursing assistants preferred.
Required physical abilities
- Work is typically performed in a classroom or clinical settings. Physical requirements include the ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods of time and demonstrate nursing skills in classroom and clinical settings. Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
Required work schedule and work environment
- Student instruction is held primarily in classroom environment, clinical lab, and at a site in a community care facility.
- Evening NAC class and clinicals are offered 11 weeks per quarter.
- Classroom, lab, clinical, and office settings.
Required education or certificates
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a Washington State license in good standing.
- Early Childhood Specialist 1 (Part-Time)
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Open Date: November 4, 2024
Close Date: November 30, 2024
Anticipated Start Date: January 1, 2025
At Peninsula College, we are committed to ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. To support this commitment, we use an application redaction process. This means that certain personal identifying information will be removed from your application before it is reviewed by our hiring committee.
Position Summary
The Early Childhood Program Specialist 1 (Classroom Aide) is responsible for supporting the classroom routines and activities in collaboration with the Early Childhood Program Specialist 2 and 3. This position works under direct supervision, performing entry-level work following clearly defined work procedures and priorities. Duties include performing classroom work such as supporting children’s learning activities and routines such as transitions, rest, choice time, and meals.Essential Functions
• Engage with children in developmentally appropriate activities.
• Support children with transitions and routines such as indoor/outdoor learning, meals, and small group activities, etc.
• Perform light housekeeping duties that assist with maintenance of a healthy and safe environment for young children.
• Model appropriate guidance techniques and communication skills with young children.
• Be familiar with and support the implementation of the State Minimum Licensing Requirements for Child Care CentersOther Work Activities:
• Flexibility in supporting lead teaching staff in two classrooms and stepping into their role while they are outside of the classrooms.Duties of the position require knowledge and experience:
• Be familiar with and help implement the State Minimum Licensing Requirements for Child Care Centers.
• Previous work with young children.Duties of the position require the ability to:
• Maintains confidentiality regarding family information.
• Manages time and multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Demonstrates clear and effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Maintains professional and ethical boundaries with children, families, and staff.
• Works as a team member.
• Possesses interpersonal relationship skills.Required physical abilities:
• May be required to lift moderate amounts of weight up to 40 lbs.
• Requires the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, bend and work with children on the floor for extended periods of time.Required work schedule and work environment:
• Work Schedule: Tuesday-Friday; 9:30am-2:30pm; may require extra hours for special events and staff meetings.Required education or certificates:
• Experience working with young children in a childcare setting or currently enrolled in an Early Childhood Education Program.
• Certificate in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• 30-hr Basic Child Care
• HIV/AIDS certification
• Valid certification in adult, infant and children CPR and first aid.
• Food Handler’s Permit.
• Proof of Negative TB Test within the past year.
• Proof of MMR vaccination.
• Satisfactory Criminal History and Background Inquiry with MERIT.Required background clearance:
Yes.*We know that many people – particularly those from historically marginalized groups – don’t apply for jobs unless they meet all listed qualifications. As an organization committed to diversity, if many (if not all) of the above describe you, we still want to hear from you.
Required background clearance:
Yes - Bookstore Buyer (Part-Time)
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Open Date: October 25, 2024
Close Date: November 9, 2024
Anticipated Start Date: December 1, 2024At Peninsula College, we are committed to ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. To support this commitment, we use an application redaction process. This means that certain personal identifying information will be removed from your application before it is reviewed by our hiring committee.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under general direction, purchase books, supplies, materials, and/or equipment with an annual net sales value of around $350,000. Monitor store inventory and determine when to initiate purchases in accordance with bookstore procedures. Coordinate merchandise flow through departments. The main contact for faculty. Managing HEOA compliance and labeling.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Confer with college faculty, staff and/or administrators to develop textbook and other order requirements; communicate with using departments concerning bookstore purchasing policies and procedures; The main contact for faculty. Managing HEOA compliance and labeling.
• Initiate and direct purchasing and returns of bookstore supplies such as textbooks, binders, writing instruments, art and engineering supplies, and stationery items; coordinate textbook returns and sell back over-supply.
• Analyze, predict and plan inventory levels and marketing strategies with respect to profit goals and objectives; review department financial statements and confer with supervisor regarding purchases and management of inventory.
• Select manufacturers and wholesalers; interview vendor agents; establish and maintain list of qualified vendors and/or suppliers.
• Determine selling price of goods sold in bookstore(s) within established policies and with regard to profit goals and objectives.
• Initiate and/or review procedures and methods for purchasing, ordering, returns, receiving, storing, issuing and accounting for supplies, materials, books, and equipment; recommend improvements and/or changes in system.
• Take part in conducting the annual physical inventory and serve as a primary member of
• May open and close store; verify refunds conducted by student cashiers; conduct end of shift cash counts of registers to verify student cashier accuracy in money handling.
• May assist in preparation of cash receipts for bank deposit, daily cash reports, balance and reconcile daily cash, check, and credit card receipts, examine and resolve any out-of-balance problems. Count safe and order change as needed.
• Perform related duties as required.Duties of the position require knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Clearly communicate, both orally and in writing with native and non-native English speakers. This includes the ability to read, interpret, and explain departmental and campus policies and programs.
• Provide excellent customer service; listen attentively, respond courteously, explore resolutions to internal & external customer needs, demonstrate empathy and patience in interactions.
• With minimal supervision, set and adapt to changing priorities, analyze and solve problems, exercise independent judgment, handle interruptions, and meet deadlines.
• Maintain a positive, helpful, constructive attitude and work relationship with supervisor, college staff, students, and the community.
• Operate POS system, inventory control system, cash register, and 10-key calculator.
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; calculate retail margins.
• Use Microsoft Office applications, point of sale software, and perform data entry tasks.Required physical abilities:
Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds; climb a ladder, move boxes of textbooks and merchandise within the bookstore and transport to the shipping/receiving office; use phones, computers and office equipment; keyboard for extended periods of time.Required work schedule and work environment:
Schedule is 16 hours per week, Tuesday through Friday 9-1. Temporary variations will occur based on bookstore need.Required education or certificates:
NoneRequired background clearance:
Yes.*We know that many people – particularly those from historically marginalized groups – don’t apply for jobs unless they meet all listed qualifications. As an organization committed to diversity, if many (if not all) of the above describe you, we still want to hear from you.
EMPLOYMENT PAY AND BENFITS INFORMATION
• Part-Time Hourly position.
• Anticipated starting hourly wage: $19.06 - $20.45 - Instructional Support Tech & Tutoring Positions
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Current Position: Instruction & Classroom Support Technician
Location: Peninsula College, Main Campus
Position Available: Open PoolPosition Details
The Learning Center hires Instruction & Classroom Support Technicians to tutor students in the Writing Center, Math Center, Tutoring Center, and Transitional Studies classrooms.
Requirements of all Positions
- Strong communication, interpersonal and listening skills.
- Patience, kindness, and approachability to create a welcoming, supportive environment for students.
- Applicants should be comfortable helping students navigate their Canvas courses and working in Zoom.
- Strong performance in the class/subject being tutored or relevant education and/or experience.
How to Apply
- Email Learning Center Coordinator:
- Tulsi Marshall: gmarshall@pencol.edu
- Include an instructor recommendation and/or a resume.
- A statement describing why you would be a good fit to work with PC students.
- Include classes or subjects you’re interested in tutoring.
Employment Terms
- Compensation: $19.50—$21.90 per hour, based on education and experience.
- Work Hours: Up to 15 hours per week, with a maximum of 19 hours per week for all positions at Peninsula College. Hours depend on the subject and position. Many tutors set their own schedule.
Join Our Team: We value diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you’re passionate about education and believe in the power of tutoring, apply today to become part of our team! For more information, please contact Tulsi Marshall at gmarshall@pencol.edu.
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Peninsula College's Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Our collaboratively developed shared definition of equity is that as a College "we aspire to ensure that all students, faculty, and staff have access to resources and support in proportion to their needs and that they feel respected, connected, and can thrive in their goals." Peninsula College's equity efforts are led by an Equity Standing Committee with cross-campus representation. The committee appoints equity work groups and develops, assesses, and updates an annual equity plan. That committee's collective work has identified the need for a position that can lead the College's work in equitable hiring practices and equity training for all employees and that can act as resource for the College's equity partners by sharing expertise and leadership.
At Peninsula College, we are committed to ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. To support this commitment, we use an application redaction process. This means that certain personal identifying information will be removed from your application before it is reviewed by our hiring committee.
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Peninsula College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Peninsula College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities. Coordination of compliance is the responsibility of the Human Resources Officer, Peninsula College Human Resources Office, (360) 417-6298.
Peninsula College es una Empresa de Igualdad de Oportunidades.
Peninsula College no discrimina por motivos de raza o grupo étnico, color, edad, nacionalidad, familias con niños, estado civil, sexo, género, orientación sexual, veterano honorablemente descargado o estatus militar, presencia de alguna discapacidad física, sensorial o mental, o el uso de una guía entrenada de perro o atiende a animal por una persona con una incapacidad en sus programas y actividades. Durante el proceso de solicitud, las personas que tengan condiciones especiales o necesiten este anunico en un formato alternativo pueden ponerse en contacto con la Oficina de Recursos Humanos al (360) 417-6298 o TDD al (360) 417-6339.
Additional Information
- Jeanne Clery Statement
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Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report: Peninsula College's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (ASFSR 2023–24) is available below. This report contains mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information. If you have questions, please visit Peninsula College's Campus Crime Statistics webpage or call (360) 417-6559.
- Non-Discrimination & Anti-Harassment
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Peninsula College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit: Anti-Harassment and Nondiscrimination | Title IX.
Peninsula College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities. Coordination of compliance is the responsibility of the Human Resources Officer, Hanan Zawideh, titleixcrd@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6212.
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- Requesting Accommodations for Employment
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Please contact the Peninsula College Human Resources office at (360) 417-6298 or email pchr@pencol.edu to request any accommodations. Peninsula College is an equal opportunity employer.
- Applying via Mail or Email
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Peninsula College encourages all applicants to apply via the online application process, however, those who do not have internet access or have intermittent/unreliable access may apply via mail or email. Please include all materials required in the job description. Email application submissions may be sent to pchr@pencol.edu. Application submissions being sent via postal service should be addressed to:
Human Resources
Peninsula College
1502 E. Lauridsen Blvd.
Port Angeles, WA 98362Please contact the Peninsula College Human Resources office at (360) 417-6298 or email pchr@pencol.edu with any questions or to request additional accommodations regarding the application process.
Contact Peninsula College Human Resources
Please feel free to contact us with your questions regarding employment at Peninsula College.
Human Resource Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:30 pm
Phone: (360) 417-6298
Email: pchr@pencol.edu