Edmonds College is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The college values its talented, diverse workforce and seeks to attract, hire, and support employees who consistently and actively embrace diversity and equity. Edmonds College is an equal opportunity employer. Edmonds College invites all individuals to apply and as an equal opportunity employer, we also encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups to apply for this position.

Advisor - High School Completion/GED

SALARY:$54,282.98 - $59,616.45

LOCATION:Lynnwood, Washington

DESCRIPTION:

Under the general direction of the Advising Manager, this position provides outreach, intake, and support for students in the high school completion and GED programs. Duties include community outreach, managing admission, tracking data, advising, and ongoing support for students, leading to successful program completion and transition to college. This position plays a critical role in student enrollment, retention, and success at Edmonds College.

The Pre-College Division serves students from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds and is committed to increasing the cultural diversity of its staff and faculty.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide information to students and the community regarding high school completion and GED including participating in outreach events.
• Develop and lead orientations and administer testing for students enrolling in Pre-College classes.
• Process new student college applications and verify that all required enrollment paperwork has been completed.
• Maintain timely, accurate and comprehensive student records including academic progression, contact logs, and case notes.
• Evaluate high school transcripts; advise students on program requirements, develop individualized quarterly student schedules and register students for classes, apply tuition waivers based on student eligibility/need.
• Case manage program students; monitor grades, testing data, digital records, individual and group communications with students and course completion toward high school graduation; follow up on student interventions with students and faculty.
• Refer students to appropriate resources within the college and the greater community.
• Assist students as they transition to college-level classes, including accessing available resources for paying college tuition
• Ensure compliance with state and college regulations, and be responsive to changes in program requirements.
• Evaluate and approve students for the award of their high school diploma, confirming that all requirements have been met.
• Collaborate on various projects to support student success and achieve Division goals.
• Demonstrate a willingness to carry out other duties as required that support the college mission.

This is an exempt position that reports to the Advising Manager.

For information on applying, please see Application Procedures and Required Documents, below. Applications received by May 5, 2024. will receive priority consideration. This position is open until filled.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent combination of relevant educational and work experience.
• At least 1 year of experience providing case management, counseling, advising or related direct services to adults and/or young adults (16 years old) representing a broad spectrum of backgrounds, preferably in an educational setting.

• Computer proficiency, specifically with Microsoft Office and Google Applications.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity for, and experience working with, historically marginalized populations including individuals from first-generation, multicultural, and low-income backgrounds.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Adult Education, Counseling, Student Services, or a related field.
• Excellent organization, information management, and coordination skills.
• Successful experience case managing students to complete in an alternative high school setting and transition to college certificate or degree programs.
• Demonstrated ability to market programs, recruit participants, and network with a wide range of campus and community stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize competing demands, and be flexible. Ability to interpret regulations and streamline processes.
• Multilingual/Bilingual, preferably in a regionally top spoken language in addition to English (Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian, Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Pashto)

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is typically performed in an office setting, and onsite/in-person. Work is generally stationary, sitting down with students or in front of the computer for most of the day. Other physical activity includes walking to the lobby to greet students and standing for extended periods of time during orientations, workshops, or class presentations. Evening work will be required about 6 times per quarter.

COMPENSATION:

Salary is $54,282.98 - $59,616.45 and is based on the Edmonds CC administrative/exempt salary schedule, plus a full state benefits package, which includes tuition waivers for college classes, medical, dental, retirement options and more. Vacation and leave package includes 12 sick days per year, 11 scheduled holidays, 1 personal holiday, and 24 vacation leave days per year.

WORK SCHEDULE:

40-hour work week. Monday through Friday with varying start and end times (8:00 am to 5:00 pm or 9:00 am to 6:00 pm). Job requires working 5-7 evenings per quarter and a very occasional weekend.

FLSA Status:

The position is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act requirements.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.
• Criminal background check. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• All new positions are contingent upon funding.
• At this time, Edmonds College does not sponsor H1-B Visas.
• Complete, sign, and submit Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct

APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

All applicants must apply online. No paper submissions or emailed materials will be accepted. Your online application must include the following documents in order to be complete:

Important, if this posting is on an external website other than www.edmonds.edu/hr or Edmonds College Job Opportunities please follow one of these links to apply. Applying via an external webpage will not enter our application system.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

Established in 1967, Edmonds College is a public, four-year, state college. It focuses on academic excellence, student success, and community engagement, which reflect the three aspects of its mission: Teaching | Learning | Community. It serves about 20,000 students annually, including more than 1,000 international students from more than 60 countries. The college offers nearly 70 associate degrees and 60 professional certificates in about 30 programs of study. Its highest enrolled programs are the Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degrees, Paralegal, Allied Health (pre-nursing degree), Business/Accounting, Construction Management, and Culinary Arts. The college is located in the center of the growing south Snohomish County communities of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, Mill Creek, Mukilteo, and Woodway. For more information, visit www.edmonds.edu.

EEO/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

The college provides equal opportunity in education and in employment per state and federal law. The college prohibits discrimination against any person due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), disability, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For questions about our nondiscrimination policy or gender equality and athletic teams, call our Title IX Compliance Officer 425.640.1024.

JEANNE CLERY STATEMENT:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of Edmonds College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, the College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Edmonds College’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.edmonds.edu/student-services/campus-safety-and-emergency-preparedness/clery-act/default.html.