Manager of the Peer Mentoring Center - Bilingual Spanish/English

Under the supervision of the Associate Director for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Campus Climate, the Manager of the Peer Mentoring Center - Bilingual Spanish/English will be responsible for the overall development, management, and operations of the College’s student peer mentoring initiatives, including the management of the Peer Mentoring Center. The Manager of the Peer Mentoring Center will ensure that peer mentoring resources are centered around students in transition, specifically students who are on the college journey in Transitional Studies, high school programs, and/or general education studies. This position requires you to comfortably and accurately converse at a conversational and intermediate level in both English and Spanish. The desired start date is September 1, 2026, and this is a full-time project position funded by a grant ending on June 30, 2029. 

This position description includes the essential functions which the position is expected to perform to include “other duties as assigned,” along with related duties likely to exceed 10% of the employee’s time. The supervisor will discuss the position description and evaluation criteria with an employee who is newly hired into a position within twenty (20) days of beginning work in the new position. The supervisor will discuss with the position holder any significant revision(s) of that description and make the revised description available to that incumbent and the Union (Clover Park Technical College AFT-Prof Agreement, 8.3.B). This description is not intended to cover every aspect of this job. We are a team that works together to meet the needs of those we serve, and every member of the team is expected to contribute, even beyond the specific responsibilities listed in this description.

Clover Park Technical College celebrates the many individuals that make up our community and embraces the opportunity to learn from both our differences and similarities. CPTC values equity and respect. We seek to create an environment of innovation and excellence and focuses on student success, lifelong learning, and social responsibility.

While the full annual salary range for this role is $74,347.99 to $90,598.02, successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range (Level AF08, Step A) and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the AFT Professional Staff, Local 6431.Duty: Program Administration and Peer Mentoring Center Operations
Tasks include:

• Develop, manage, and maintain operations for the Peer Mentoring Center within a student identity development framework that is consistent with College Access: Research & Action (CARA) and RCW 28B.50.920
• Work closely with the Transitional Studies, Northwest Technical High School, General Studies, Palmer Pathways faculty and administrators, and relevant community organizations to develop peer mentoring initiatives that benefit student populations
• Provide direct supervision, training, professional development, and evaluation to six peer student leaders to understand how to support student mentees with each of the 5 core competencies (college environment and fit, paying for college, navigating college systems, career pathways, and counseling and communication) through regular individual meetings, staff meetings, annual trainings, and student employee onboarding orientations.
• Conduct quarterly College Access: Research & Action trainings for Peer Mentors, culminating in 70+ hours a year of training.
• Sustain an authentic relationship and partnership with CARA to support the goal of postsecondary degree completion at CPTC.
• In partnership with Transitional Studies, develop a College 102 pilot for ABE/ESL with embedded Peer Mentors.
• Track quarterly reporting systems (i.e., benchmark tracking, early alerts, case notes)
• Oversee and evaluate student-led events and programming that support peer mentoring desired outcomes.
• Work with Institutional Effectiveness, Enrollment Services, and Student Success to collect data that reflect the program’s benchmark objectives and strategic goals (i.e., sense of belonging, college navigation skills, student retention, academic progress, graduation)

Duty: College Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Strategic Priorities Implementation
Tasks include:

• Contribute to the college-wide investigation, monitoring, and elimination of equity gaps related to college access and completion.
• Assist the College with creating a campus climate that is inclusive and welcoming to all students, especially students from marginalized and historically underrepresented populations.
• Aid in the College’s Guided Pathways Workplan goal to ensure ABE/ESL students are on the path to high-wage credentials.
• Assist with the development and implementation of a high-touch, proactive retention measure that helps to improve outcomes for students in Transitional Studies, Northwest Technical High School, General Studies, and Palmer Pathways
• Use data to demonstrate the effectiveness of programming in support of our college goal of increasing persistence, retention, and success of diverse student populations for students of color, first-generation students, low-income students, and students with disabilities
• Design and implement programs that develop a sense of belonging through intentional programming and activities geared toward specific identity-based communities.
• Lead strategies for transforming student success efforts as an Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution into a Hispanic Serving Institution

Duty: Student-Wide Equity Professional Learning, Development, and Training
Tasks include:

• In collaboration with the Manager of MOSAIC Center and the Manager of Inclusive Excellence and Belonging, develop an equity-based and industry-focused student leadership training program.
• In collaboration with the Manager of MOSAIC Center and the Manager of Inclusive Excellence and Belonging, develop diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism training for all CPTC students, in accordance with RCW 28B.10.149
• Ensure training frameworks and training materials are publicly accessible on the CPTC website.
• Provide EDI consultations with faculty and industry partners to develop and facilitate customized EDI workshops and presentations that are industry-related.

Duty: Budget, Professional Development, and Other Duties
Tasks include:

• Make purchases on college-issued purchase cards for the program department and reconcile P-card purchases with statements on a monthly basis.
• Interpret college policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations, ensuring compliance.
• Complete all required CPTC training, including but not limited to: LMS purchasing training, SafeColleges, and FERPA training. Maintain compliance at all times.
• Attend and actively participate in educational and professional activities and conferences to remain current with research and data trends, build knowledge, and expand resources for CPTC students.
• Participate in regional, state, and national professional organizations pertinent to the field, when funding is available.
• Represent CPTC's Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at shared governance committees pertinent to the role, the Peer Mentoring Center, and the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• Represent CPTC’s Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at department, division, and college committees and events in the absence and request of the Associate Director for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Campus Climate

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum of one year of professional experience planning, implementing, and assessing programs designed to address the needs of diverse student populations.
• A minimum of one year supervising college student, work-study, or hourly employees.
• Experience working with historically underserved communities
• Outstanding cultural humility with proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Demonstrated success with engaging with a wide range of constituents in diversity and social justice education, leadership in creating programs, implementing programs, and assessment.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively deliver services to diverse audiences in English and Spanish

• Master’s degree in a field related to higher education, college student personnel, non-profit leadership, and intercultural studies.
• Demonstrated skills using data to inform decision-making and to assess the success of events and programs
• Demonstrated understanding of student development frameworks, primarily related to intersectionality, Latino/a/x/e, disability, and first-generation identity development theory.
• Ability to collaborate by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, staff, and students across a college campus.
• Ability to read and write in Spanish

Application Instructions

• Complete application
• Attach your CTC certifications and/or industry-recognized credentials
• Upload a resume and cover letter describing your skills and experience
• Complete Supplemental Questions

All offers of employment at Clover Park Technical College are contingent upon successful completion of background checks, including criminal history. Information obtained from the background checks will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the specific position.

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Supplemental Information

At this time, Clover Park Technical College is not sponsoring H1-B Visas.

Land Acknowledgement Statement 

We acknowledge that we are on the traditional land of the Puget Sound Salish peoples belonging to the Puyallup, Steilacoom, Nisqually, and Squax in Island tribes and bands, and we honor and thank the traditional caretakers of this land.We value the tribes in our community, and the impact that they continue to make on our college to this day. For more information about CPTC's commitment to indigenous tribes, please visit http://www.cptc.edu/diversity

Why Work at Clover Park Technical College?

At Clover Park Technical College, we are proud to be part of Washington State's Community and Technical College system, supported by the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC). Our institution is dedicated to building strong individuals, families, and communities by providing accessible, high-quality education and training.

Working here means being part of a team that empowers students to develop their skills and talents, preparing them to become engaged global citizens. Our faculty and staff create a dynamic learning environment where students feel supported and motivated to succeed. As an employee, you’ll have opportunities to participate in college events, clubs, and committees that foster engagement and connection. Guest speakers and professional development opportunities further enrich the experience, ensuring that both students and staff continue to grow and thrive.

Our History

Clover Park Technical College is located in Lakewood, Washington. Our college has a rich history of professional and technical education dating back to the 1940s, when Clover Park School District established a War Production program, training civilians as auto mechanics, aircraft-service mechanics, ship-fitters, welders and blueprint readers. Now, CPTC offers more than forty programs in Aerospace, Advanced Manufacturing, Health Sciences, Human Services, Business, Hospitality, Science Technology, Engineering, Transportation and Trades. CPTC has two campuses: Our main campus is located in Lakewood, WA and our South Hill Campus is located in Puyallup, WA. Learn more about Clover Park Technical College by visiting About CPTC. Jeanne Clery Statement Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report:

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Clover Park Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and committed to principles of diversity. We consider applicants for all position without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran.

Non Discrimination Statement

Clover Park Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

For inquiries, please contact:

• Title IX Coordinator: Demetria Orthouse, Director of Human Resources | 253-589-6039 | [email protected] 
• Section 504/Disability Coordinator: Sarah Addington, Manager of Student Disability Services | 253-589-5755 | [email protected]