"TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) Academic Advisor"

Position Summary

Big Bend Community College (BBCC) is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time, 11-month position as a TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) Academic Advisor. BBCC's TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program is a federally funded initiative by the U.S. Department of Education designed to help Big Bend first-generation, low-income, and disabled students succeed in college. Through a high-touch, proactive approach, the program provides students with the support they need to thrive. This includes holistic, comprehensive academic advising, academic tutoring, financial literacy workshops, financial aid information and assistance, and college campus visits. The TRIO Student Support Services Academic Advisor provides academic, career, and transfer assistance to TRIO students, supporting their academic journey and the overall program.

This position reports to the Director of TRIO Student Support Services and works closely with Counseling, Financial Aid, Admissions/Registration, Workforce Education Services, and Accommodations and Accessibility Services to provide services to all eligible participants.

This is a full-time, 11-month, grant-funded position. This position is dependent upon continued grant funding.

BBCCs organizational strength is captured in our small but 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 BBCC 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 come be a part of 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 March 7, 2025. 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:

Primary responsibilities include but may not be limited to the following:

STUDENT SUPPORT AND CASELAOD MANAGEMENT:

• Provide individualized advising to students on academic, personal, career, financial aid, economic literacy, and transfer planning.
• Maintain a caseload of program participants by assessing individual needs and providing services and activities that promote academic success.
• Assist students in completing scholarship applications, financial aid forms, and college/university applications.
• Provide program participants with information and referrals to appropriate college student programs, departments, community resources, and program-sponsored online tutoring.

PROGRAM SUPPORT:

• Assist with recruitment, selection, and orientation of new program participants.
• Lead workshops on topics such as study skills, financial literacy, and transfer planning.
• Assist with the planning and execution of the programs transfer summer bridge program.
• Coordinate and supervise four-year college campus visits, academic enrichment activities, and cultural events.
• Assist with data management, surveys, and program evaluation.
• Disseminate information about the TRIO SSS program to the campus community.
• Participate in college-wide activities such as new student registration and serve on committees focused on improving student success for traditionally underrepresented populations.

DATA & ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain timely and accurate student caseload records/files, including contact logs, case notes, academic progress, financial aid pace of progression, and other relevant documentation.
• Assist with data management, surveys, and program evaluation to assess student progress, program effectiveness, and compliance.

OTHER WORK RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, trainings, and professional affiliations to keep apprised of latest trends in field of expertise.
• 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 SDS, equipment, infection control, fire, disaster, safe lifting and body mechanics.
• Ensure compliance with college policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Work and interact effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as may be required.

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

At the time of application, all applicants must possess the following:

• Bachelors degree in counseling, social work, education, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• One or more years of professional experience assisting students in the target population (first generation, financially disadvantaged, and/or differently-abled students) and/or individuals from diverse academic, age, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Washington State drivers license.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bicultural experience
• Professional or personal experiences in overcoming barriers similar to program participants.
• Previous experience working in an educational setting.

Application Instructions

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by March 7, 2025. 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:

• BBCC Online application.
• Cover letter, addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate.*
• Comprehensive resume or CV.*
• Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above.*
• Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees. Official transcripts required upon employment.*

NOTE: All of the above items are required to ensure your consideration for this position. The items marked with an asterisk are required to be included/uploaded with your online application prior to submission. 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $56,450.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person