This posting will remain open until the position is filled. Priority screening for applications received by May 6, 2024.  
As a public institution of higher education serving a diverse community in a multicultural world and global economy, Highline College promotes student engagement, learning, and achievement, integrates diversity and globalism throughout the college, sustains relationships within its communities, and practices sustainability in human resources, operations, and teaching and learning.
The person in this position will play an important role in supporting Highline’s Promise Partnership and Cultural Learning Communities (CLC). The Navigator will provide case management support to students and their families, provide support and resources to post-secondary education pathways and career workshops, engage with King County Promise partnership events and programs.
 
This is an exempt, grant-funded, full time position. Anticipated start date is July 1, 2024. The expected funding grant will be until June 30, 2027.Reporting to the Director of Cultural Learning Communities (CLC), this position will:

• Guide students in choosing the right academic and career paths, helping them explore degrees, select courses, and navigate college procedures for a successful transition to transfer, applied bachelor programs, or entering the workforce;
• Collaborate with high school staff, parents, and students to support the transition to post-secondary education. In addition to attending meetings and planning sessions, a key role involves establishing a visible presence at local high schools. Building rapport with high school seniors through attendance at events like career fairs and parent-teacher conferences is crucial. This direct engagement ensures personalized guidance, shares insights into post-secondary options, and addresses concerns, enhancing the effectiveness of support initiatives for a successful transition;
• Promote the CLC Highline College by improving communication among faculty, students, and staff. Increase internal referrals to the various CLC programs and services;
• Manage student applications and screening processes;
• Advocate for and assist in integrating and incorporating learning community practices, norms and organizational values into campus wide professional development opportunities;
• Provide culturally appropriate academic and college-success advising for high school students and first-year students in the CLC programs, particularly “Highline Promise Partnership” Students;
• Track student attendance and academic progress towards goals, and key measures of success;
• Co-develop seamless transition plan and culturally relevant events for the target group students: Native American/Alaskan Native, Black/African, Hispanic/Latino/Latinx/Latine, and Pasifika/NHPI males and non-binary students within Highline College King County Promise;
• Establish strong connections between CLC students and faculty advisors for degree exploration and planning. Provide comprehensive support to CLC students, guiding them through financial aid deadlines and assisting with scholarship applications. Collaborate closely with faculty to identify and address both academic and personal challenges that students may encounter;
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Student Services offices, including Center for Leadership and Service, Center for Cultural Inclusiveness and Excellence, MESA, and TRiO);
• Facilitate culturally relevant workshops. Including but not limited to college readiness and success; financial wellness; and transfer;
• Assist students with transfer applications and admissions processes;
• Foster and support a culture of collaboration and sharing of resources across the CLC programs;
• Maintain communications with learning community students, faculty, student services, office of instruction, and other administrators.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills;
• Adept to using various software applications including Excel, Word and other relevant software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s Degree, AND
• Experience working with students from historically underserved populations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree; 
• Experience in programing for College Preparation, Leadership, and Advising;
• Experience working in Higher Education.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
THE COLLEGE
Highline College prides itself on its commitment to diversity and equity, its institutional culture of collegiality and innovation, its globalization of curricula and its inclusion of the community in its programming. Founded in 1961, Highline College is situated in a diverse community just 15minutes south of Seattle. The college annually serves more than 16,500 students –– a student population of over 70% students of color, representing 35 nations and more than 100 languages. The college embraces equity, inclusion and social justice, with core goals of student attainment, diversity, community Engagement and sustainability. The student body at Highline College is made up of Transfer students, Running Start students, Professional- Technical students, International students, Comprehensive Transition Program for students with intellectual disabilities, Adult Basic Education and English Language Learners. In addition, we offer six bachelor of applied science, four-year degrees.MISSION AND VISIONAs an essential part of our mission and vision, diversity, equity and inclusion are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life.APPLICATION PROCEDUREYour online application must include the following to be considered complete:1. A detailed resume that addresses the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position;2. A letter of application/cover letter (two-page maximum, recommended) that addresses your ability to meet the QUALIFICATIONS, and KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES for theposition;3. A one-page response to the Supplemental Question.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• National Criminal Background Check may be required.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/highlineNEED APPLICATION HELP?Should you have any difficulties uploading your documents or navigating the application process, please contact NEOGOV Technical Support at 1-855-524- 5627, Monday - Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00PM Pacific Time.HIGHLINE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERHighline College is an equal opportunity employer. The College is committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff, as well as our student population. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, and gender identity diversity. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legal protected status.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONSThe College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants needing accommodations in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (206) 592-3812. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.TITLE IX POLICYHighline College complies with Title IX regulations. For details on our policies, see our website https://humanresources.highline.edu/faculty-and-staff/policies/title-ix/The College appointing authorities reserve the right and may exercise the option to make an employment decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process.