Educational Planner

Salary: $56,940.00 Annually
Location : Moses Lake, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 23-62
Division: Instruction
Department: Basic Education for Adults (BEdA)
Opening Date: 12/11/2023
Position Summary
Big Bend Community College, a rural college serving vibrant, culturally rich communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington, invites applications for an Educational Planner in the college's Basic Education for Adults (BEdA) Program. This position is full-time, overtime eligible and reports to the Director of Adult Education. Funding for this position comes from grants and contracts. This position is dependent upon continued funding.
The Educational Planner is responsible in providing services to facilitate the enrollment and success of BEdA (Basic Education for Adults) students enrolled in Open Doors, High School completion, GED, HEP (High School Equivalency Program), and/or English Language Acquisition (ELA) related classes. The BEdA Program provides English language classes, high school completion and professional-technical education to youth and adults.
This position has extensive interaction with BBCC faculty, staff, students, parents, the public, and school district personnel to support the operation of the Open Doors and BEdA program.
Big Bend Community College's organizational strength is captured in our small yet mighty spirit. A small college taking on BIG things to enact BIG change to lift our students and employees. We are dedicated to extending postsecondary access to all our service district members and providing an environment for all to grow personally and professionally, steered by our mission and vision.
Vision: To become our communities' first choice to dream, learn, and succeed.
Mission
Serve as a Bridge
Stand as a Leader
Support for Success
Our guiding principles are a call to action, establishing a standard for how we interact with each other, present Big Bend Community College in the community, serve students, AND act upon areas of inequity.
Guiding Principles
Honor our Role as a Hispanic-Serving Institution
Advocate for Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity
Embrace our Workplace Norms
Innovate Proactively
Model Integrity
Educate All
If you share these values, we encourage you to join the movement happening at Big Bend Community College.
This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by January 16, 2024. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.
Essential Job Duties

1. Respond to BEdA program inquiries, providing appropriate information to prospective, current, and returning students and/or parents on the graduation and enrollment requirements.
2. Provide intake services and eligibility determination to new BEdA & WES students, including but not limited to program eligibility screening, orientation, academic advising, registration, and barrier assessment services.
3. Complete transcript and prior learning credit evaluations to determine required coursework and develop educational plan
4. Educational and career advising to aid student educational plan development and selection of BBCC's educational pathways options while making referrals to other campus or community services or resources as appropriate.
5. Provide students with academic advising and continued educational planning; monitoring academic progress; and initiating retention interventions as appropriate.
6. Provide student transition services to college, work, or military opportunities, including co-enrolling students in college classes, career advising, and coordinating with employers, and college recruiters or advisors.
7. Case manage students regarding their progress, accessing resources, or removing barriers while achieving their education, employment, and career goals.
8. Develop and maintain accurate student files and data collection processes to include reporting for grants, department goals and state or federal reporting
9. Establish and maintain accurate computerized student files and record keeping systems; and collect, maintain, and report on student outcomes data.
10. Serve as a resource and advocate for students and assist them in becoming self-directed in their educational planning process.
11. Design and deliver PowerPoint presentations and workshops to students; topics include foundation skills such as technology literacy, academic success strategies, study skills, problem solving, critical thinking, job readiness skills, and career decision-making strategies.
12. Provide outreach to other agencies and communities to facilitate enrollment, discuss policies, referral procedures, and services or assistance to students.
13. Conduct outreach visits and presentations/orientations at schools, or community events in the evenings or weekends, as needed. Act as a liaison for Big Bend Community College, with high school personnel, students, and parents regarding information on the college and BEdA programs, including admission requirements, policies, and procedures.
14. Serve as liaison to campus departments to coordinate services for BEdA students, including academic support, as well as multicultural and career exploration activities.
15. Assist with activities to measure the effectiveness of services to students. Serve on college committees and assist with representation at community educational and outreach events.

OTHER WORK RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
2. Ensure no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies. This includes, but is not limited to, security and safety, understanding of MSDS, equipment, infection control, fire, disaster, safe lifting and body mechanics.
3. Ensure compliance with college policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
4. Conduct self in a professional manner and ensure the interaction with team members and other support groups is conducted in a courteous and efficient manner reflective of the college's values.
5. Perform related duties and responsibilities as may be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Superior technical skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office and database programs.
• Availability for in-state travel for trainings and meetings along with travel to provide advising to students at off-site locations.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility and ability to accommodate multiple stakeholders with various interests and needs.
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities to work independently and make informed decisions.
• Strong planning and project management ability to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to facilitate meetings and professional discussion groups or networking events
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and staff representing diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Data entry skills and ability to efficiently enter information into computerized systems for processing and tracking.
• Ability to review datasets, evaluate information, and take action based on trends and data analysis.
• Ability to effectively use computer applications such as information systems, customer relationship management databases, spreadsheet modeling software, word processing, calendar, e-mail, and other related computer applications.
• Ability to foster an atmosphere that is welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all individuals including students, faculty, staff, and the community at-large.
• Skill in maintaining databases, tracking information, and generating reports for various audiences.
• Ability to comply with and maintain an understanding of policies, procedures or program requirements and ensure program student understand and adhere to them.
• Ability to describe and explain policies, procedures, and program requirements in a manner that is relevant and appropriate for the audience.
• Ability to proactively identify needs of student, tailor resources or provide referral to other services and resources as needed.
• Ability to assist students--especially low-income, first-generation students, students of color and migrant/seasonal farmworkers and their dependents--earn credentials including a high school diploma or GED to prepare for entry into higher-paying, high-demand fields with value in the labor market.
• Ability to facilitate and provide informational sessions to program students regarding resources, and tools in employment training, basic food, college services, and other local services.
• Ability to conduct research to identify resources and secure new community partnerships for program students.
• Ability to work with and support populations of varying socio-economic or ability statuses including low-income and language barriers.
• Knowledge of student support programs at BBCC and surrounding communities to provide students with referral to appropriate BBCC resources and programs.

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, education, or a related field from a nationally accredited institution OR at least two (2) years of experience providing case management, counseling or related direct services to at-risk individuals or sixteen to twenty-one year old youth.
• One year of experience providing academic or career advising.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office.
• Experience or participation with persons from diverse backgrounds such as sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, socio-economic, physical, and learning abilities, and a commitment to an inclusive and equitable working / learning environment.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous case management or counseling experience.
• Experience with federal or state funded programs, state agencies, or non-profits, especially BEdA, HEP, and Open Doors programs.
• Experience working with financial aid applications and award processes.
• Experience coordinating work-based learning opportunities.
• Experience with developmental education coursework and strategies.
• Familiarity with the Open Doors, BEdA, and/or HEP Programs.
• Previous experience in K-12 or higher education, preferably at a community college.
• Experience with postsecondary advising.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service and/or public speaking skills.
• Knowledge of community and campus resources.
• Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Ukraine Proficiency.

Application Instructions
This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by January 16, 2024. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

1. BBCC Online application.
2. Cover letter, addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate.*
3. Comprehensive resume or CV.*
4. Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above.* Supplemental questions are designed to address the Additional Desirable Qualifications listed in the job posting.
5. Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees. Official transcripts required upon employment.*

NOTE: You must complete the online application in full and respond to the required supplemental questions. Failure to provide this information or responses of "See Resume" may eliminate you from consideration for this position. The college reserves the right to remove documents, submitted but not requested, by BBCC as part of the application process. These documents include, but are not limited to statements of teaching philosophy, diversity statement, letters of recommendation, student evaluations, performance evaluations, etc.
BBCC reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion.
This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified, at any time, without notice.
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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete the questions.
Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform the position.
An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of Big Bend Community College to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States...