College Connection Coach

Ivy Tech Community College•Evansville, IN

7d•$35,000 - $45,000

About The Position

The College Connection Coach works with high school students in Vanderburgh County to encourage and assist them with enrolling in college and persisting toward degree completion. The position plans and implements outreach services and dual credit opportunities, provides college and career support to students considering employment or pursuing a four-year degree after completing a Technical Certificate or Associate Degree, and works with Academic Affairs to coordinate dual credit opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
2–4 years of related experience in advising, career counseling, recruiting, or another student-service-related job.
Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
Ability to initiate and balance multiple work projects.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.

Nice To Haves

Experience in K–12 or college-level settings.
Training or teaching experience with young adults.

Responsibilities

Recruit college-bound high school juniors, seniors, and graduates.
Provide one-on-one coaching in college attainment and career exploration, complementing services offered by schools, colleges, and community organizations.
Use community resources to support students’ access to and success in college.
Develop and convene regular small-group check-ins and workshops during the academic year to help students navigate college, access resources, and build peer support networks.
Enroll students in dual credit courses and enter information such as SAT/ACT scores and GPA.
Provide support for employer partnerships as needed.
Coach students through the transitions from high school to college and work.
Implement career workshops that may include on-campus activities, tours, industry visits, and other experiential learning opportunities.
Develop and deliver an annual orientation for new participants and a summer series of college-preparation and team-building workshops.
Maintain accurate student records, contact information, academic progress, case notes, and required reports.
Participate in outcome tracking, service evaluation, and program development with the postsecondary team and EVSC.
Stay current on Ivy Tech programs, admissions and registration processes, career and higher education trends, and Indiana Department of Education requirements.
Attend Ivy Tech meetings, training sessions, and other activities as necessary.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options with a Health Savings Account and employer contribution.
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and orthodontia coverage.
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards.
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years.
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary, paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage.
Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
Paid professional development opportunities.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess.
Flexible work arrangements where available.
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks).
Paid parental leave (4 weeks).
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services.