Position open until filled. First consideration date: January 15, 2022

Reporting to the TRiO Director, the TRiO Program Manager is responsible for working with the Director to ensure program compliance, services and activities of the Federal TRIO Student Support Services Program which serves low income, first generation, and disabled students.

The Program Manager/Academic Advisor is responsible for caseload management, tracking and data collection to meet program goals and objectives. The individual will work in collaboration with Student Services and Academic Affairs departments including Enrollment Services, Educational Planning, Financial Aid, Counseling, Advising, Multicultural Affairs, Veterans, Transfer Center, College Bound, Access Services and the Tutoring Center.

This is a full time Exempt position, grant funded until August 31, 2025. Continuation of the position is pending approval of the grant renewal status.

Typically work hours are Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm, with some evening and weekend hours.

Reporting to the Director of TRiO Student Support and Retention Services this position will:

• Collaborate with the Director to manage all program activities and services, including
  TRiO Sponsored Courses, Academic Tutoring, Advising, Financial Literacy, Career
  Counseling and Transfer Advising;
• Coordinate the recruitment and selection of program eligible participants under the program admissions process;
• Assure that all grant guidelines regarding TRiO Student Support Services eligibility are met;
• Coordinate the Academic and Transfer components of the program: Academic Advising, Workshops and Events, Campus Visits, TRiO Scholars Course;
• Instruct the TRiO Scholars Course to teach student core academic skills: metacognition, time-management, annotation, time-management;
• Advise students in developing Student Success Plans to meet their academic and career goals;
• Design intervention strategies to increase academic success;
• Maintain a caseload of 61-85 students, monitor academic progress, and implement ongoing interventions to improve student academic performance;
• Advise students on academic, personal, career, and transfer planning through individual advising sessions;
• Facilitate completion of applications to baccalaureate institutions, financial aid, and scholarships, etc.;
• Coordinate and supervise TRiO student ambassadors, student workers and leadership development activities;
• Document and record students' need for services, academic support, verification of income, first generation status, and/or disability;
• Maintain timely and accurate records including contact logs, case notes, and files; administer mid-quarter evaluations and attendance;
• Coordinate the campus Passport to Careers Program, a Washington program
  that supports foster youth and unaccompanied homeless youth in college;
• Assist with data management, surveys, and program evaluation;
• Assist with maintenance of program communication materials such as brochures, business cards, and Power Point presentations;
• Work with the TRiO team to coordinate student success seminars, annual Portfolio Review Day events, awards ceremonies and assessment activities;
• Maintain professional relationships with TRIO professionals and alumni; participate in the Highline College Advisor's group and other campus wide committees;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Communicate effectively (verbal and written);
• Familiarity with ADA law in a higher education setting and knowledge of community resources for students with disabilities;
• Ability to establish partnerships with staff, faculty and administration;
• Familiarity with technology, Internet, database systems and software programs;
• Experience in designing and programming of academic services to increase student academic competencies and student retention;
• Experience with caseload management, monitoring, recordkeeping, documentation and data management;
• Competent with technology, internet, data base systems and programs;
• Experience in preparing students to transfer from a community college to a baccalaureate institution;
• Commitment to mission of Highline College.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree; AND
• Three years of experience conducting program orientations, workshops, and advising.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in higher education, student development, counseling, psychology, special

education or related field.

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 VISION
As an essential part of our mission and vision, diversity, equity and inclusion are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Your 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 the
position;
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/highline

NEED 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 EMPLOYER
Highline 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 ACCOMMODATIONS
The 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 POLICY
Highline 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.