Coach, Multicultural & Undocumented Pathway

Joliet Junior College•Joliet, IL

13d•$24 - $25•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides primary academic intervention and support for underrepresented diverse student populations served within the Center for Multicultural Access & Success (CMAS). Develops and coordinates academic intervention strategies to improve retention rates of underrepresented, multicultural, undocumented and English Language Learners through the facilitation of academic coaching, advocacy, and strategic academic intervention and referrals to other student support services. Travel between campuses, and flexibility including evenings and weekend required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Two (2) years of experience working with diverse populations.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management and organizational skills.
Experience with the educational, social, and cultural concerns of African American, Latin, Asian, international and undocumented students and other underrepresented groups.
Knowledge of regulations related to immigration and applicable federal and state laws affecting undocumented students.
Strong personal computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
Must possess a Valid Driver's License.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.
Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in related field.
Community College experience.
Demonstrated experience working as an advocate for diverse student populations.
Familiarity with Navigate 360 and other student success technology CRM systems.
English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
Demonstrated multicultural competence.

Responsibilities

Provide academic coaching, advocacy, and referrals to support services; promote student success among underrepresented, English language learners, undocumented, and other diverse student populations.
Assist with the selection process of MUR/CMAS participants and develop individualized student success plans for students and provide redirection of students’ educational and/or career goals when needed.
Facilitate weekly communication with new MUR participants and ongoing outreach to ensure students successfully implement their individualized student success plans.
Assist with registration, financial aid, New Student Advising Sessions (NSAS), and orientation of MUR/CMAS students and college community.
Represent Joliet Junior College at community events and other recruitment programs and initiatives targeting underrepresented, multicultural, English Language Learners, and undocumented students to expand awareness about educational programs and benefits offered.
Actively participate in the planning and development of all MUR leadership programs and workshops, marquee events, as well as other CMAS marquee events as assigned.
Assist with academic intervention priorities that are identified by the college. Maintain databases, track recruiting and other activities, and generate ad-hock/monthly reports.
Monitor data that informs proactive outreach efforts to connect with academically challenged students.
Actively support and collaborate with all MUR staff in accurately compiling data regarding retention of students served, assessment of programs and services, outcomes and report trends.
Represent the College at recruitment/outreach activities at designated high schools, community-based organizations, college nights, and other special events to ensure those students receive follow-up directly from MUR and/or the Communication Center staff.
Work in partnership with Workforce Education to promote opportunities for students in transition to credit coursework, academic certifications and/or degrees.
Assist in the development, collaboration, and coordination of cultural programming such as Hispanic Heritage Month, Black History Month, and Asian Heritage Month.
Work collaboratively with appropriate individuals and other campus departments in achieving the goals and objectives of MUR, CMAS and all college initiatives and priorities.
Professionally represent Joliet Junior College and uphold the College’s core values.
Perform related duties as assigned.