Dual Credit Career Coach

Compensation

$16.40/hourly

Compensation Type

Hourly

Employment Type

Regular

Grade

NE03

Department

Student Activities

Position Summary

THIS IS A TWELVE-MONTH RENEWABLE POSITION CONTINGENT UPON GRANT FUNDING.

Under the general supervision of the Director of Educational Partnerships/Dual Credit, Dual Credit Career Coaches will work directly with area high schools and middle schools in the area of career inventory and exploration, employability skills, financial literacy, and college admission and financial aid processes. The Career Coach will demonstrate an understanding of transition from high school to college to industry.

Duties & Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work with counselors at area high schools and middle schools to coordinate and deliver career inventories and career exploration activities and work with students to connect college opportunities to chosen careers; assist counselors and students with the next step plans. Work towards goals set with ECHS Secretary to meet Perkins requirements.
• Recruit area professionals as part of the development, scheduling and promotion of career fairs at partner schools that provide students an opportunity to gain a wide range of information regarding career opportunities.
• Lead workshops and activities (approved by ECHS Secretary) to provide information to students on the dual-credit program and foster the development of career readiness topics including; Prepare resumes, job/internship search, filling out applications, mock interviews, etc.
• Work with the ECHS Secretary to provide information regarding dual credit classes and education plans; assist students in interpreting placement scores (ACT, PSAT, SAT, Accuplacer, etc.); promote wrap-around services that aid students in being successful (Career Services, Tutoring, Student Organizations).
• Foster student skill development that leads to enhanced performance within college courses and increased levels of independence in the areas of transitioning from high school to full-time college after graduation, navigating through the college admissions process, completing financial aid and scholarship applications, etc.
• Document and track data of student engagement and progress to meet departmental and state and federal grant reporting requirements.
• Work with partnering colleges to promote student organizations within schools, as well as student participation and involvement including Eula Mae Art Gallery and Cultural Arts Series events.
• Gather and disseminate resources for students interested in transferring to a 4-year partner institution with a 2 2 arrangement, as well as work with the career services department for employability options upon completion of CCC programs.
• Other grant-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Essential Skills Required

• Proficiency in computer applications is desired.
• Dynamic presence, creativity, and the ability to connect the target audience are essential.
• Must possess the ability to communicate with students individually and to present information in a group setting.
• Must understand the complexities in relation to non-traditional students.
• Demonstrate and effectively tailor communication strategies based on the specific needs and background of any audience.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students from a variety of backgrounds.
• Critical thinking and interpersonal skills, ability to manage multiple tasks required.
• Ability to deal effectively with a variety of individuals and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Requires frequent and continuous sitting/moving about, continuous use of fine motor skills, reaching above the shoulders, pushing and pulling of up to 50 lbs. with the use of a dolly, and occasional lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 10 lbs.

Schedule Details

Must be available to work 40 hrs. per week with normal work hours from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional evening and weekend hours will be required. Travel in New Mexico and Texas will be required.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with course work in business, social science, or related area.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum of two (2) year experience in higher education environment related to student development or counseling is preferred.
  
  

Eeo Statement

As an EEO employer, Clovis Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Clovis Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.