Coordinator of the Student Advocacy & Resource Center
About The Position
This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and expand the Student Advocacy and Resource Center (SARC), creating meaningful programs and support services that promote student wellness, advocacy, retention, and success. The coordinator provides proactive support and intervention to help students remain on track to successfully complete their program of study while addressing barriers that may impact student wellbeing and success. The position coordinates student advocacy initiatives and campus programming related to health and wellness, prevention education, basic needs support, and student engagement. The coordinator works closely with students, faculty, staff, and community organizations to connect students with campus and community resources. Responsibilities include coordinating wellness and prevention programming; supporting the campus food pantry and emergency assistance resources; supervising student workers and service scholarship students; assisting with advising and supporting special populations; and fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all students, including adult learners and parent students. The coordinator also supports student retention and success efforts through outreach, communication, and collaboration with campus departments and external partners.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- A minimum of two years of recent experience in higher education
- Including student advising experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and problem-solving abilities
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with students, faculty, administrators, and staff
- Knowledge of the mission of Washington County Community College and the needs of its student population
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required
- Ability to work accurately with data and maintain data integrity
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Recent experience in a community college setting
- Familiarity with best practices in academic learning communities
Responsibilities
- Coordinating wellness and prevention programming
- Supporting the campus food pantry and emergency assistance resources
- Supervising student workers and service scholarship students
- Assisting with advising and supporting special populations
- Fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all students, including adult learners and parent students
- Supporting student retention and success efforts through outreach, communication, and collaboration with campus departments and external partners
Benefits
- 100% employer paid health, dental and life insurance for employees (spouse/domestic partner/dependent coverage also available)
- Vision insurance
- Choice of Maine Public Employees Retirement System or TIAA CREF in lieu of social security
- Generous vacation/personal/sick time allowances
- 13 paid holidays
- Professional development
- Free tuition within the MCCS for employees, spouse and/or dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
