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Nelnet (formerly FACTS) Tuition Payment Plan will be available to students for enrollment starting July 3–20, 2008, for pre-fall registration. A minimum of $200 in tuition and fees is required. Fifty percent is due at the time of signing up, and the remaining 50% is due on August 5.
CPCC is conducting focus groups this summer for graduating CMS high school seniors and their parents. The purpose of the focus groups is to help the College determine what the general community knows about CPCC and the programs we offer.
Focus groups will be held throughout the summer at four of our CPCC campuses across Mecklenburg County. Dates for the focus groups are as follows:
Volunteers who sign up to participate as focus group members will receive a meal during the focus group and a $25 gift card.
If you have a graduating CMS high school senior and would be interested in attending one of the focus group sessions, please contact the Marketing Services Department at CPCC by calling 704.330.6962 or email lynne.kilgore@cpcc.edu.
In addition, please share this information with any graduating CMS high school seniors and their parents.
The 2008 editions of “Your Retirement Benefits” are now available. “Your Retirement Benefits” is a guide to public employee retirement benefits in N.C. The 2008 editions include changes resulting from legislation enacted by the General Assembly in 2007.
“Your Retirement Benefits” offers employees and retirees a concise, easy-to-read explanation of the benefits available through public employment. A step-by-step illustration of a benefit calculation provided by the handbook can help employees preparing to retire estimate their monthly pension benefit. Information on the income tax deducted from retirement benefits and retiree health insurance for eligible employee groups is included as well.
Each of the seven employee groups served by the Retirement System will find a “Your Retirement Benefits” handbook specific to its pension program.
The Retirement Systems Division provides up-to-date, electronic versions of the handbooks online for employees and retirees to download and print. Go to www.myncretirement.com, click on the “Retirement” link and then the “Benefits Handbook” link on the side.
Questions about retirement benefits not addressed in “Your Retirement Benefits” can be answered by the Retirement System’s Member Services Section by emailing nc.retirement@nctreasurer.com or by calling one of the following numbers:
To access ORBIT, visit www.myncretirement.com and select the “ORBIT” button from the “Retirement” drop-down menu. You will be directed to the login page where you may complete your registration or log in if you’ve already registered.
Note: if you registered prior to March 13 using the NCID process, you will need to re-register as a first-time user. This is a one-time event.
The Retirement Systems Division is holding retirement planning conferences across the state. These conferences are open to any employee seeking information regarding retirement benefits under the Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System or the Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System.
We are proud to partner with Prudential 401(k) and Great West Deferred Compensation for these conferences geared toward all members of the above retirement systems. The conferences last about 2½ hours and provide an orientation for newer members, pre-retirement planning information for members closer to retirement and education information for personnel officers and others who handle retirement matters. Registration is not required. Some locations may charge a parking fee.
Below is the schedule of Retirement Planning Conferences through the end of August. The Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System sessions will begin at 9:30 a.m. and the Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System sessions will start at 1:30 p.m. For dates beyond what is listed below, please refer to the Employer section of the Retirement Systems website at www.nctreasurer.com.
All remaining college computer workstations will be upgraded to Microsoft Office 2007 during the week of June 23, 2008. ITS and Professional Development have collaborated to offer training in advance to make it a smooth transition. If you haven’t taken advantage of the Introduction to Office 2007 training opportunities, there’s still time before your workstation is upgraded.
Check LearnerWeb for training opportunities during the next few weeks to learn about the Ribbon and how the commands that you use on a daily basis have been rearranged in a more useful order. Learn how to use the keyboard shortcuts in Word and other applications, how to manage your calendar better with Outlook, and how to use the new commands in PowerPoint and Excel.
§ Outreach and Recruitment hosted students from Derita Alternative H. S. last week. The students took a tour of Central Campus and learned about the enrollment process at the college.
§ This week the staff will be attending Senior Awards Ceremonies at Northwest School of the Arts and E.E. Waddell H.S.
The following openings are now available at CPCC. Details about qualifications and a complete job description are available on the Human Resources website. Please look under the “Employment” section for a list of job openings, as well as instructions on how to apply. Résumés cannot be substituted for an application. For faculty positions, copies of transcripts are required with applications; original transcripts required at date of hire. A separate CPCC application is required for each position.
Internal & External Position(s)
Instructor Non-Destructive Examination, #3COMBJT-FEF-1, REQ. #357. Non-Destructive Examination instructor position available in Applied Technologies Division. Associate’s degree from an accredited institution in nondestructive examination (or equivalent with five years of industry experience; Central Certification Program (CCP) Level II certification in accordance with the American Society of Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) in ultrasonic testing (UT), radiographic testing (RT), magnetic-particle testing (MT), and liquid penetrant testing (PT). Level III certification preferred; prefer certification with the American Welding Society (AWS) or certified welding inspector (CWI). Unofficial student copies of all transcripts are required with the CPCC application for faculty positions. Originals of all college transcripts are required at the date of hire. Closing Date: Open until filled.
Instructor Civil Engineering, #3CIVENG-FEF-1, REQ. #322 (reissued position). Civil Engineering instructor position available in the Engineering Technologies Division. Candidates are expected to develop and maintain a nationally recognized, ABET-accredited education program to participate in collaborative interdisciplinary development and teach civil engineering technology courses. Master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited institution. Ph.D. Degree preferred; candidates with teaching and industry experience preferred; candidates are expected to develop and maintain a nationally recognized, ABET-accredited education program to participate in collaborative interdisciplinary development and teach civil engineering technology courses. Unofficial student copies of all transcripts are required with the CPCC application for faculty positions. Originals of all college transcripts are required at the date of hire. Closing Date: Open until filled.
Instructor Mechanical Engineering Technology, #3MACENG-FEF-4, REQ. #329. (two-year, grant-funded POSITiON) Mechanical Engineering position available in Engineering Technology Division. Candidates are expected to develop and maintain a nationally recognized, ABET-accredited education program, to participate in collaborative interdisciplinary development and teach Mechanical Engineering Technology courses. Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology and three (3) years of directly related experience. Teaching experience and bachelor’s degree preferred. Industry experience in factory automation, systems integration and high speed machining is a plus. Unofficial student copies of all transcripts are required with the CPCC application for faculty positions. Originals of all college transcripts are required at the date of hire. Closing Date: Open until filled.
Instructor Surveying Technology, #3CIVENG-FEF-4, REQ. #330 (reissued position). Surveying Technology position available in the Engineering Technology Division. Candidates are expected to develop and maintain a nationally recognized, ABET-accredited education program to participate in collaborative interdisciplinary development and teach surveying technology courses. Associate’s degree in applied sciences, civil engineering technology or surveying technology from an accredited institution; and a valid professional land surveyor (PLS) license; and a minimum of three (3) years of industry experience (or part-time equivalent). Bachelor’s degree preferred. Unofficial student copies of all transcripts are required with the CPCC application for faculty positions. Originals of all college transcripts are required at the date of hire. Closing Date: Open until filled.
Instructor- Geology, #3SCIENCE-FEF- 1, REQ. #356 (reissued position). Instructor Geology position available in the Sciences Division. Candidates will be expected to help expand the division's ability to offer earth science learning opportunities to our students. Sciences have a large student population and we offer excellent learning opportunities in astronomy, biology, chemistry, geography, geology and physics. Come work with us to help expand the boundaries of scientific literacy! Master’s degree from an accredited institution in geology; or master's degree from an accredited institution and at least 18 graduate semester hours in geology. Note: Candidates are expected to be flexible and teach a variety of geology courses at a variety of times and places. Closing Date: Open until filled.
Instructor – Human Resources Management, #3BUSADM-FEP-3, Req. #320 (reissued position). Instructor - Human Resources position available in the Business and Accounting Division to teach in the broad HRM area to include: Recruitment and Selection, Intro to HRM, Intro to Business, Compensation, and Training and Development. Other responsibilities include program expansion and student advisement. Requires a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in human resource management or business administration with a concentration in human resources and two (2) years work experience in human resources. Preferred qualifications include teaching experience at post-secondary level; professional education or training in human resource management; experience online teaching preferred; and strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills. Unofficial student copies of all transcripts are required with the CPCC application for faculty positions. Originals of all college transcripts are required at the date of hire. Closing Date: 6/13/08.
Career Counselor, Position #4CARJBP- FEP-1, REQ #367. The career counselor position performs a variety of administrative tasks related to career counseling and assisting students in job search issues; counsels students regarding the career development process, including administering and interpreting career assessment instruments such as the Meyers Briggs Inventory, Strong Interest Inventory and the self-directed search; designs and implements outreach programs to promote and encourage use of career services by students, faculty, and staff; advises students individually and in class presentations regarding resume writing, interviewing and job search skills; develops promotional materials and strategies for the career counseling program; assists students in finding career information on the web; updates assigned web pages; serves as a liaison to academic departments; assists employers and assists with career fairs. Minimum qualifications: master’s degree in counseling, student development or closely related field from an accredited institution and one (1) year experience in career counseling. Previous experience in a college career office or closely related setting preferred. Closing Date: June 15, 2008.
Student Counselor, Position #4COUNSV-FEP-2, REQ #318. This position will provide counseling support, professional guidance and information to students. In addition, the student counselor will utilize a holistic approach in the goal attainment process with students. This position will also advise students in course selection, registration and program information; advise students in determining educational and vocational goals, course selection, registration, and program requirements; counsel students on how to overcome individual academic problems and provides referrals for additional academic and tutoring assistance; review, evaluates, and interprets transcripts and test results of applicants; provide information to students and parents regarding admission requirements and other policies and procedures; advise students regarding personal problems including crisis intervention; refers students to campus or community resources as appropriate. Minimum qualifications: master’s degree from an accredited institution in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development or marriage and family therapy, and one year of full-time work experience in counseling (or part-time experience equal to 2,080 hours) or completion of a full-time counseling internship lasting at least one full school year. Closing Date: June 15, 2008.
Accounting Clerk Senior, Position #5ADSRC-FNC-3, REQ #362. Position available in CCE Accounting area at Harris Campus. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to, assisting students with payments for tuitions, transcripts, catalogs and other transactions related to cashiering; providing support with the invoicing process for third-party billing; applying payments received to invoices; processing student refund exceptions and fund transfer requests for CCE; creating and maintaining financial spreadsheets. Successful candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Office and possess good customer service skills. Prior knowledge of Colleague Datatel is preferred. Minimum qualifications: requires a GED or high school diploma with two years of relevant accounting work experience, or completion of 18 semester units of education beyond high school in accounting from an accredited institution, or a combination of accounting work experience and education beyond high school from an accredited institution totaling two years. Closing Date: June 15, 2008.
Internal Only
Director of Advising and Student Success Centers, Position #4STSCCT-FEA-2, REQ #345. This position is for current/internal employees only! The Director of Advising & Student Success Centers plans, develops and coordinates services offered through the Student Success Centers. Manages the new student advising services function of the college; selects, supervises, trains and evaluates assigned staff; coordinates the ACA 111 advising component; coordinates assigned activities, projects and programs; monitors work flow; reviews, evaluates and communicates progress; makes suggestions for improvements or enhancements of services and programs; assesses, monitors and tracks the needs for new students; recommends new initiatives to meet students’ needs to facilitate a successful transition to the college; recommends goals and objectives; assists in the development of policies and procedures. Minimum qualifications: 1. Master’s degree in counseling, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, student personnel or higher education administration from an accredited institution; and 2. Four (4) years of full-time work experience in counseling and/or advising in a college or university setting (or the equivalent in part-time experience). Closing Date: June 13, 2008.
§ Pat Emch, Marie Helms, Jennifer Ennis, and Vera O’Pry, Procurement, each won $200 scholarships for volunteer work at the national conference of the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP). The 63rd Annual Forum & Products Exposition will be held in Charlotte July 26-30, 2008. The scholarships were awarded by the Carolinas Association of Governmental Purchasing, the host chapter of NIGP.
On Monday, June 2, the
Harris Conference Center hosted part of Senator Richard Burr's Economic Development Program. With a focus on education of small business owners and the federal contracts process, the purpose of the workshop was to illustrate how small business entrepreneurs can apply for federal contracts and grants. Presenters included representatives from the
N.C. Military Center, Small Business Administration, and the General Services Administration.
Annie Get Your Gun scored a bulls-eye when it returned to Broadway in 1999 in a new adaptation by Tony Award winner Peter Stone, author of 1776, Will Rogers Follies, and the current Broadway hit Curtains. And now CP Summer Theatre brings this exciting new version of the Irving Berlin classic musical about sharpshooters Annie Oakley and Frank Butler to the Halton stage. Starring Patrick Ratchford as Frank Butler and Susan Roberts Knowlson as Annie.
Performances are June 6-7 at 8:00 p.m.; June 8 at 2:30 p.m.; June 10 at 7:00 p.m.; and June 11-14 at 8:00 p.m.
Tickets are $21/$17/$15. For information, call the box office, 6534, or visit arts.cpcc.edu.
Welcome!
Please join Human Resources in warmly welcoming the following new additions to CPCC:
Staffing changes!
Congratulations to the following members of our CPCC family who are beginning new roles:
To Bob Anderson, College Services, North Campus, from Dale Callan, American Academy of Applied Forensics:
“I would like to commend Jim Rovendro, who works for Facilities and does a lot of work here at North Campus. Jim recently put together all of our new cabinets in CJ 120 and another one for us. He did this in a timely manner and always kept me apprised of his progress. Jim had several suggestions on the placement of the cabinets, which benefited our plan, and we appreciate his assistance and diligence. Once again, Jason Guffey and I would like to thank you and Jim for this work. He is a credit to CPCC and the overall goals and accomplishments of our program and other college programs that need his assistance. We also thank you for your always professional and rapid attention to our requirements and requests. Please convey our appreciation to him.”
We sadly inform you of the death of Charles Blount, a 12-year member of the grounds crew at CPCC. Charles was a quiet and friendly person who greeted us with a cheerful smile and warm laughter. His strong work ethic and dedication to safety earned him one of the 2007 Facilities Services Inspection Awards.
Charles suffered a heart attack while working on Central Campus May 15 and remained hospitalized until his passing on Friday, May 30.
Please join us in expressing condolences to Howard Blount, Charles’ younger brother who is a member of CPCC’s HVAC maintenance crew, and other members of their family. Facilities Services will be holding a day of remembrance on Thursday, June 5.
Emergency maintenance services will be available that day through Security Dispatch by calling 6632.
Funeral arrangements are as follows: Thursday, June 5, 11:00 a.m. Wake and 12:00 p.m. Funeral Services at Parkwood Institutional CME Church, 802 Tom Hunter Road, Charlotte, NC 28213 704.921.4915
“Please join me in congratulating Bob Patterson, Director of Health and Safety. Bob recently earned the designation of certified safety auditor from the National Association of Safety Professionals. This achievement documents his expertise, commitment to continual learning, and personal commitment to professional development. Keep up the good work!”
—Brenda M. Leonard
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Lisa Michell Davis |
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James H. Bailey |
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§ Gently used treadmill for $100. If interested, contact Robin at 6454.
§ Renovated 1940's bungalow in Chantilly (2534 Bay St. MLS# 778558, less than 2.5 miles from Central Campus)! Three BR, 2.5 BA. Great living room with gas-log fireplace. Formal dining room w/built-in china cabinet. Remodeled kitchen w/ granite, tile, and accent lighting. Master bedroom with vaulted ceiling and his-n-hers closets. Updated bathrooms, refinished hardwoods, picture molding and plantation shutters. New, large deck. Home office with view of deck and backyard. New vinyl siding and windows. Professionally landscaped yard. And much more! Contact Andy Yates at 704.362.4297 or ayates@cbunited.com. Open house this Saturday, June 7, from 2:00–4:00 p.m.
§ Tickets to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers with Stephen Stills Concert at Verizon Amphitheater Friday, July 11, 2008. Tickets for sale (one pair)—$280.00 (in hand) Cash. Good seats in Section 9 D 15, 16. Contact Peter MacMonagle at 704-575-4045
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Round kitchen table (42" diameter) and four chairs. Quality solid wood—$200. Rectangular table (30" x 48"), wood top, green painted legs—$50. Microwave /utility cart—$25. Please call Andy for details, 704.804.4899. Matthews area.
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