Bilingual Advising Associate

Chemeketa Community College • Salem, OR

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Bilingual High School Partnerships (HSP) Advising Associate provides developmental advising to current and prospective students on academic pre-requisites, transfer credits, degree requirements, course of study, academic problems, and possible solutions in programs. As well as assist with the preparation of materials and presentations and provides outreach and recruitment, and support advising to high school partnership programs. Please note the remote work is not an option for this role. Chemeketa is a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution that aspires to be an inclusive environment where we honor and value the unique contributions of our diverse students, employees, and community. We seek to foster cultural competence and pursue equitable solutions that support all students in achieving their educational goals. If you are interested in joining the work of the college to pursue a supportive and inclusive culture, we encourage you to apply. When applying for this position, please attach the electronic documents listed below. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected as an incomplete application. Any documents you provide that are not listed will not been seen by the Search Committee. Resume Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts - A n electronic copy of your academic transcript(s) from an accredited institution which clearly indicate the degree awarded, and any other applicable information, must be attached with your application if you would like it considered as part of your eligibility for the position. Any applicants who earned academic credentials from outside of the United States and wish to use those credits for consideration must also upload an evaluation of college credit earned at the non-U.S. institution.

Requirements

• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Associates degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Science or Education.
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Working knowledge of high school graduation requirements and college equivalencies.
• Excellent written and oral communication and math skills
• Documented ability to relate well to youth
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member with other staff in decision making and planning situations
• Strong organizational skills
• Bilingual/multicultural skills sufficient to select appropriate behaviors, values and attitudes within different cultures during interactions with others.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, education or a related field.
• One (1) year of professional-level experience providing advising, resource navigation, and guidance services to youth.
• Prior working experience advising High School to College transition programs.
• Prior working experience in a post-secondary or community college setting, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintains broad and current knowledge regarding college programs and services, graduation requirements, employment opportunities, financial aid and scholarship information, student support programs, college policies, and community partners and referral sources.
• Provides information for credit and non-credit seeking underage students on college programs, financial aid, registration, transfer programs, college transfer requirements, student success resources, CAMP/TRIO SSS students, community resources, services and strategies for success.
• Prepares for and gives group presentations, student orientations, workshops, college and career fairs, and other activities; assists in preparation and assemblage of materials for presentations, advising manuals, and other activities.
• Interviews students and reviews transcripts; evaluates high school and college transcripts for program completion; researches grade transcript problems; develops strategies for student support.
• Assists with college transitions processes for grant supported students.
• Inputs, utilizes and maintains computer data for registration.
• Creates, verifies and prepares detailed reporting for grant activities, identifies school involved, determines number of students by school, teacher and course; develops program promotional materials.
• Maintains all records according to established procedures.
• Provides academic advising and information for programming; establishes and maintains relationships with department and counseling advisors to provide support and guidance to students in targeted program(s).
• Communicates with contracting school districts and college locations.
• Communicates with instructional staff and administrative staff regarding student progress.
• May help with registration process, updates of program booklets and brochures, monitors credit standards, and provides input into curriculum development.
• Embraces diversity and actively collaborates effectively with a variety of students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds
• Participates in recruitment and retention of students at an individual and institutional level in promotion of student success
• Embraces, understands and uses appropriate technology tools to accomplish job functions
• Provides high quality, effective service to internal and external customers through continuous improvement and adoption of lean office practices

Benefits

• This is a 100%, 11-month classified assignment at the 13 pay rate
• This position has a 6-month probationary period
• All positions at Chemeketa are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college.
• Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends
• This position may require the use of your personal vehicle for transportation between campus locations
• If requested, requires the provision of official transcripts upon hire
• Employees must maintain Oregon, Washington or Idaho residency as a condition of employment.
• Successful applicants for designated positions must successfully pass a background inquiry, which may include criminal, driving, credit and full background checks.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree