Basic Education for Adults Gig Harbor Campus Navigator - Part-Time

Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with nearby mountain ranges and Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating and camping. Tacoma, Washington has been ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country, due to the increasing career opportunities, cultural diversity and community engagement, just to name a few.  
 
Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup and Squaxin Island Tribes. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to Reservations to make way for colonizers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at a great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup and Squaxin Island people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well-being of our community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. Moreover, TCC stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the Black community by further strengthening collaboration with the Black Student Union as well as community entities such as the Tacoma-Pierce County Black Collective, the Tacoma Urban League, and local black-owned businesses.   In addition, we strongly support the Stop Asian Hate movement and have an active Asian Pacific Islander Student Club as well as an Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Coalition. TCC is committed to developing more culturally responsive curricula by infusing and incorporating more educational content focused on the lives, experiences, and contributions of Native, Black, Asian, and other marginalized communities. We continually strive to become an anti-racist institution.
 
We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African- American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community. To this end, TCC seeks applicants who:

• Value intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching
• Welcome difference and model respectful interaction with others
• Recognize and honor the important role that diversity brings to an educational community
• Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population
• Are committed to teaching in a community college setting
• Care deeply about student success 
• Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Honor TCC’s mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities
• Reflect the diversity of our community

Strategic Outreach & Community Engagement Functions:

• Develop and execute a strategic community engagement and outreach plan to drive enrollment and increase awareness of BEdA programs at the Gig Harbor Campus.
• Collaborate with the BEdA student intern to research and map key community epicenters, local organizations, and community partners in the Gig Harbor area.
• Establish active presence and partnerships within key community locations (e.g., local nonprofits, community centers, libraries, workforce centers, and faith-based organizations) to recruit prospective adult learners.
• Work with the Associate Dean of BEdA and the Data Analyst to collect outreach metrics and enrollment trends from community engagement efforts to continually refine recruitment strategies.

Advising Functions:

• Promote effective and inclusive onboarding of BEdA students by being a part of the intake and orientation team for BEdA. 
• Collaborate with student services, staff, and faculty to place students into appropriate levels of study and monitor student progress and participation. 
• Advise prospective participants regarding program-specific processes and potential academic and vocational options. 
• Provide consistent, ongoing advising and support to students utilizing various modes of communication. 
• Assist students with developing and transitioning into secondary and post-secondary educational plans. 
• Work collaboratively to design and deliver group advising sessions and workshops including quarterly Educational Planning Day sessions. 
• Utilize student engagement programs such as Civitas, Inspire, and early alerts to provide timely supports. 

Navigating Functions:

• Promote student access, retention, and diversity by fostering a sense of community and belonging for BEdA participants and acting as a liaison to student support services. 
• Initiate appropriate interventions for students who are experiencing academic or non-academic difficulties. 
• Connect students with appropriate academic and funding resources when transitioning to college or career. 
• Build relationships with students, college staff and community partners that foster self-efficacy to increase persistence and success for underrepresented populations. 
• Evaluate incoming high school transcripts and placement scores for the HS+ program. 
• Communicate individual student requirements to faculty and maintain and submit accurate records for state reporting. 
• Coordinate class scheduling for students taking an ABE subject and a college-level subject. 
• Demystify college processes including assessment scores, placement, basic financial aid processes and other funding options. 

Programmatic Functions:

• Develop and maintain student records and reports as required by the college and other agencies, including tracking of I-BEST and career pathway program outcomes such as program completions, persistence data, GPA, employment and transition to further training/academic programs. 
• Work with the associate dean of BEdA and data consultant to prepare and report student records and program data via college and agency reporting systems. 
• Participate in committees, taskforces, and events which build and promote the targeted initiatives and goals of the college. 
• Keep current on changes to high school graduation requirements (credit and non-credit) and attend local and state HS+ trainings. 
• Collaborate with other staff and faculty to develop student education plans.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Evening hours required to support evening ELA students and support evening BEdA testing and orientation sessions.

TCC strongly encourages individuals who have followed a non-traditional educational path to apply.
Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college.
• Experience in advising and guiding students through their educational pathways.
• OR equivalent education and/or experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, email, and remote communications tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with historically underrepresented and non-dominant adult populations.
• Previous experience working in a Basic Skills Program.
• Bilingual

The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate 

• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders: students, staff, faculty, community partners and the general public. 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in complex systems. 
• Commitment to serving the needs of historically underrepresented populations, including but not limited to low-income populations, limited-English speakers, and those experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, substance abuse and other barriers to education and employment. 
• Excellent customer service skills both in person and remotely including establishing, building and maintaining internal and external relationships that promote student success. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability and willingness to serve diverse populations. 
• The ability to work independently and as a member of a team. 
• The ability to manage confidential information appropriately. 
• An appreciate of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to an equitable and inclusive workplace. 
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, colleagues, staff, and community stakeholders from diverse backgrounds. 
• Commitment to professional growth. 

Required conditions of employment:

• The finalist for this position will be subject to a criminal background check prior to the start of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily prevent employment, but will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by HR staff.

• Tacoma Community College has no responsibility or obligation 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 will be required at the time of hire.

Application Materials
Complete application packages must include the following.

1. Tacoma Community College online application.
2. Resume and Cover letter - In your cover letter, describe how your background and experience align with the responsibilities and qualifications for this position. 

Terms of EmploymentThis hourly position is bound by the WAC 357-04-045 provisions above. Schedule varies depending on quarterly needs at 400 hours per year (weekly hours will vary). Must be available for evening placement testing and orientations as required throughout the quarter. Work location is primarily at the Gig Harbor Campus, but will be required to regularly attend meetings in Building 7 on the Tacoma campus and visit offsite locations. The salary range is approximately $8,000 annually. Tacoma Community College offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package for you and your dependents including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Life and long-term disability insurance plans; vacation, sick and personal leave; reduced tuition for the employee; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our employment page/employment benefits: https://www.tacomacc.edu/about/employment/.   A collective bargaining agreement exists and membership in the Washington Federation of State Employees or payment of a membership fee is available anytime upon employment. The layoff unit for this position is “All Other WFSE Classified”.
 
Tacoma Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Patricia McCray Roberts, Title VII and Title IX, Building 14, 253-566-5051; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer, Building 7, 253-566-5328.Tacoma Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

Tacoma Community College

Human Resources

6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma WA  98466

http://www/tacomacc.edu/about/employment