The Senate Page School Student Services Coordinator supports students appointed to the Senate Page Program who are enrolled in the Senate Page School. Work includes enriching students’ appointments by developing and leading trips, programs, and activities; supporting students academically by providing individual, small group, and whole class guidance; supporting students personally in their development of healthy lifestyle habits and skills related to working with others across difference; supporting students as they transition between the Senate Page School and their sending school; and supporting the school by completing administrative and/or clerical tasks associated with day-to-day operations. Work is bound by the Secretary of the Senate policies and procedures; the U.S. Senate Handbook; the Senate Ethics Manual; Senate Page School procedures, practices, and guidelines; and federal and District of Columbia laws, regulations, and ordinances, but requires independent judgment in setting priorities and handling assignments. The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa.

Conditions of employment

• For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa

Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to everyday risks and discomforts, and requires the use of normal safety precautions. Work requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds, as well as regular use of typical office equipment, software programs, and methods of communication such as a computer, email, telephone, and photocopier. Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required for performance of duties. Work also requires physical presence in the office, except as otherwise required by the Office of the Secretary of the Senate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) in school counseling, secondary education, or a related field, three to five years of relevant experience in a secondary school, and the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge of current national requirements and trends in secondary education.
Knowledge of requirements and best practices regarding student safeguarding, confidentiality of student records, and mandatory reporting.
Basic knowledge of the Senate as an institution preferred, with a desire and willingness to learn more about the legislative process, as well as the history and operation of the Senate.
Experience in supporting students with special needs, including the development and implementation of 504 and Individualized Education Programs, and assisting instructors with providing academic accommodations.
Ability to develop and lead programming for students focused on social-emotional intelligence and personal wellness.
Ability to work early morning hours and occasional weekends. Ability to use computers and relevant computer software.
Ability to deal with others using tact and diplomacy.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with families, faculty, and students. Ability to pass background investigation for working with minors.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Current CPR and AED certification or ability to obtain such certifications.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Qualified candidates may be selected for an interview.