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Offer: College and Career Access Coordinator:College and Career Access CoordinatorJob description:College and Career Access Coordinator
EmployerSouthwestern Community College447 College Drive Sylva, NC 28779 Phone: 828-339-4000
Job LocationSylva, NC
income/Grade$33,420.00 - $39,252.00 annually
BenefitsState Health Plan, life insurance,
Job Category» Professional
Application PeriodOpens: Thursday, April 18, 2024Closing date: Friday, May 31, 2024
Target Start DateMonday, June 3, 2024
Expected Work Hours8 am - 5 pm Mon - Thurs, 8 am - 12 pm Fr
Reports toDean of Students
Employment TypeFull-Time Non-Exempt Staff
Minimum QualificationsMinimum QualificationsEducation Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) in education, communications, business, career development/counseling, or related field. practice 2 years minimum work practice in secondary and/or postsecondary expertise and expertise » Demonstrated capability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with diverse audiences » Demonstrated skill set in critical thinking and problem solving concerning high school activities and issues. » practice working with students, parents, and administrators in secondary and/or higher education settings » Familiarity with public school and/or higher education administration » Previous teaching and/or counseling practice preferred » capability to coordinate and encourage collaboration » practice working with high school and/or college students » practice working with students who face barriers to academic success » practice working with first-generation, low-income, minority, or at-risk students » practice with data management » FERPA compliance standards
Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree preferredin education, communications, business, career development/counseling, or related field.
Position DescriptionStatement of Primary PurposeCultivate programs and services for the high school learner, so that the individual can prosperously enter and advance in a career path. This position serves Swain County High School students with offices on the Jackson campus and at Swain High School. Classification Professional, non-exempt, full-time Staff Essential Functions and Responsibilities PLANNING » Build and/or maintain strategic, positive, effective relationships with college staff, administrators, and faculty in order to ensure support for GEAR UP initiatives. » Work closely with staff of partnering GEAR UP LEA (school & district leadership abilities, faculty and administrators) to identify opportunities to foster college attendance among their students and a college-going culture at their schools; support the development of programming that addresses those opportunities. » Ensure that annual spending plans are aligned with and flow from that six-year plan. » Maintain strategic, positive, effective relationships with community college staff, administrators, and faculty to support On Ramp initiatives. » Work closely with LEA partners (school district administration, partner site school administration, partner site school staff and faculty) to design and implement On Ramp specific programming among their students » Maintain consistent communication with the On Ramp Director » Participate and take an active function in continuing biweekly meetings of the County Management Team for implementation of On Ramp Services » Build or maintain strong relationships with community-located organizations and workforce partners in the community college service region IMPLEMENTATION » Work with and support college staff and partnering LEA staff to implement GEAR UP & On Ramp programming and policies that » can be embedded in the institutions' operations and culture; » model best practices in education and/or organizational development; and » can be (or create models that could be) sustained beyond the life of the grant. » Ensure GEAR UP students and family services focus on the postsecondary planning and preparation for all students, with special emphasis on those students from populations who are traditionally underrepresented in postsecondary education. » Support the development of academic/STEM services that demonstrate alignment between college and grant goals. » Maintain a strong relationship with Appalachian State University GEAR UP & On Ramp by regularly attending meetings and communicating updates to college staff. » Participate in regular professional development opportunities to stay abreast of updates and the changing landscape of college access and success. » Plan and implement (with the support of the County Management Team) required services in the On Ramp grant, including but not limited to the following: » Workforce Connection Breakfasts and Workforce Classroom visits for high school juniors » Summer Career Exploration practices for high school seniors » One-on-one college and career advising for high school seniors » Summer Bridge Program for specific On Ramp students transitioning from high school to community college » Transition advising and progress monitoring for specific first and second year CC students served by the On Ramp grant » FAFSA support for specific first and second year CC students served by the On Ramp grant » Support advising for On Ramp students transferring to another institution » Support the development and completion of internships for credit for On Ramp students entering the workforce. EVALUATION » Work with GU District Coordinators to ensure services are entered into the GEAR UP database within 30 days of the service and in conformity with federal and Appalachian GEAR UP policies. » Engage in regular data reviews with college and LEA GEAR UP teams to monitor progress toward GEAR UP goals, identify gaps, and promote the implementation of services to strategically address those gaps. » Work with LEA and community college partners to ensure all services are entered into the On Ramp database within 30 days of service and in conformity with federal and On Ramp Appalachia policies » Engage in regular data reviews to monitor progress towards goals, identify gaps in service, and promote implementation of services to address gaps » Participate in formative and summative research through answering survey questions. COMPLIANCE » Maintain adequate service and financial records in conformity with federal, state, institutional, On Ramp and GEAR UP policies. » Work with college finance staff to ensure quarterly reports and match submissions are submitted on time and with minimal error. » Monitor progress toward cost-share commitments and budget spending. » Communicate regularly with college On Ramp and GEAR UP director regarding financial commitments to ensure match commitments are met and GEAR UP funding is utilized appropriately. Additional tasks and Responsibilities » Serve on College committees as assigned » Additional tasks as assigned Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) in education, communications, business, career development/counseling, or related field. practice 2 years minimum work practice in secondary and/or postsecondary expertise and expertise » Demonstrated capability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with diverse audiences » Demonstrated skill set in critical thinking and problem solving concerning high school activities and issues. » practice working with students, parents, and administrators in secondary and/or higher education settings » Familiarity with public school and/or higher education administration » Previous teaching and/or counseling practice preferred » capability to coordinate and encourage collaboration » practice working with high school and/or college students » practice working with students who face barriers to academic success » practice working with first-generation, low-income, minority, or at-risk students » practice with data management » FERPA compliance standards Physical Demands General office/administrative work. Occasional moving of some large and small items and occasional lifting. Licensing Requirement Valid NC Driver's License Working Conditions and Environment Evening/weekend hours occasionally required. Local/ regional travel and additional travel occasionally required. Maintains office in Swain and Jackson county locations. Equipment Operation PC, general office equipment, some practice with teleconferencing preferred This position description covers the most essential functions and tasks connected with this position. Other tasks may be assigned by the President or appropriate managery personnel. The College reserves the right to alter tasks, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.
How to submit the application:Apply on Southwestern Community College website:https://southwesterncc.hirecentric.com/jobs/230830-21374.html
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