Outreach Specialist - Seattle Promise - District Office At Siegal Center

Position Summary

Seattle Colleges is looking to hire an Outreach Specialist to support Seattle Promise at our District office in downtown Seattle.
Starting salary range for this position is $69,384.64 annually, with incremental step increases to the range maximum, as outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Initial review of application materials will begin on Wednesday, 2/21 . Early applications are encouraged. This position will remain open until filled.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Position Summary
This is a full-time, exempt position at the Seattle Colleges funded by the City of Seattle’s Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy (FEPP) which has the goal of transforming the lives of Seattle’s children, youth, and families by leading with race and social justice by providing Seattle residents access to educational opportunities from preschool through post-secondary. This position will primarily work with high school students and staff at Seattle’s publicly funded high schools to recruit students to the Seattle Promise program and the Seattle Colleges. This position reports directly to the Director of Outreach for Seattle Promise. The Outreach Specialist will assist the Director of Outreach with program development, data collection and analysis, and implementing strategies associated with securing new student enrollments and student retention. This position is responsible for the implementation of Seattle Promise-related programming, including but not limited to recruitment events in collaboration with Seattle Public Schools and the City of Seattle. This position is expected to work occasionally in the evening as program needs demand and includes regular travel throughout Seattle for site visits at multiple locations.
This position is an exempt role governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with representation by AFT-SPS and subject to union shop provisions.
About Us
We are a district of three distinct colleges—North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College—and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.
Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.
As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will gain access to a great benefits package_ including:_

• Competitive Pay Rates
• Promotional Opportunities
• Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
• Transportation benefits
• Tuition Waivers
• PEBB Wellness Plan
• Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.
Application Procedures:

• Attach current Resume
• Attach cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online__
Notice to Applicants:
Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.__
What you will be working on:
Outreach

• Collaborate with staff across the campus and district to lead outreach, intake, information, and other onboarding initiatives to enhance high school outreach related to Seattle Promise.
• Work with college and district staff to develop and implement best practices related to high school recruitment and retention targeted at diverse populations of students.
• Partner with college and high school outreach efforts targeting potential Seattle Promise students, including working at multiple sites with multiple policies, procedures, and cultures.

Reporting and Analysis__

• Track students, collect, analyze, and report on data related to student outreach, enrollment, financial aid status, and retention.
• Assess student progress toward application completion and milestone achievement and make appropriate referrals for additional student support as needed.

Programming and Student Support__

• Provide programming and interventions aimed at promoting student retention and completion throughout the student onboarding experience such as planning and facilitating application workshops and planning Readiness Academy and Summer Bridge events.
• Assist students with the Seattle Promise enrollment process, including program application, college application, financial aid application and file completion, college assessment and placement, program selection, and first quarter registration.
• Facilitate services including off-campus school visits, student interaction tracking, presentations to students and other stakeholders, and event coordination.
• Serve as a point of contact for students, parents, high school staff and college staff for questions about the Seattle Promise program.
• Participate in the development of program priorities as a member of the Seattle Promise team, including but not limited to developing and maintaining programming to build campus and community involvement with Seattle Promise.

Additional Functions

• Represent the Seattle Colleges at various meetings.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise part-time hourly staff, work/study students, interns, and/or volunteers.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring as a candidate:
(Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)

• _Demonstrated ability to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds, such as racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, and with diverse physical and learning disabilities.

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• Demonstrated experience navigating complex systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, student development, psychology, human relations, or related field.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Two years’ experience or equivalent in secondary or higher education, a college access organization, or related.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines while being attentive to detail.
• Demonstrated experience with working effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds, such as racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, and with diverse physical and learning disabilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of college recruitment strategies.
• Proven highly motivated, self-starter, flexible; ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity and proficiency with various technologies, including but not limited to student database systems and student success technologies.

Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact.__
Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to perform range of physical motions, exerting up to 25 pounds; lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.

Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement
Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodation will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of “bullying” behaviors, including “cyberbullying.”
Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the Director of Legal Compliance.__
Background Check Statement
Prior to a new hire, 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 in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $69,384.64 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Seattle, WA 98122 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Seattle, WA 98122: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person