Dual Credit Enrollment Specialist

Tyler Junior College • TJC Central Campus, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dual Credit Student Specialist is responsible for supporting high school students as they seek to enroll in dual credit courses in pursuit of post-secondary credentials and careers. This position will ensure dual credit students receive high-quality support and targeted communication that prepares them for success and leads to a more seamless onboarding experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Communication, Social Work or a related field.
• Two years of experience in education, mentoring programs, data entry, or a related field.
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
• Must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Collaboration/Teamwork, Communication (Oral and Written), Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Multi-tasking, Organizational Skills, Problem-solving, Time Management, Adaptability, Confidentiality and Discretion in Handling Sensitive Departmental Information, and Professionalism in an Education Setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the successful onboarding and enrollment processes of dual credit students at assigned high schools, strategically addressing barriers as they arise
• Serve as key liaison between partnering high schools, students, parents, and internal stakeholders regarding onboarding and enrollment
• Facilitate application drives, registration events, and outreach activities for current and prospective dual credit students at more than 20 high schools
• Review, maintain, and analyze student records, TSI documentation, and related academic materials to determine program and course eligibility
• Promote and share student eligibility requirements for programs that eliminate or reduce the cost of dual credit
• Collaborate with Dual Credit Student Success Specialists to ensure alignment and strategic student engagement
• Be able to serve as lead project manager for office initiatives geared toward improving the student onboarding and registration process
• Represent the department as needed on institutional, local, regional, state, and national committees and organizations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level