Educational Planner - TRiO

Green-River-College; Auburn (WA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Green River College seeks an Educational Planner for TRiO Student Support Services. This 50% FTE role (20 hours/week) supports students, provides academic and personal advising, and connects them to on- and off-campus resources. The position reports to the TRiO Director and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion across TRiO activities.

Funding through 06/30/2027; salary is $35,664 annually with benefits. Primary location is the Auburn campus, with potential hybrid work up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Ability to work with students experiencing high stress affecting academics; assess, develop, and refer to resources.
• Experience with under-represented populations and commitment to equity in student success.
• Working knowledge of online tools (Microsoft Office, Teams, Zoom, LMSs, CRM, Canvas, SharePoint).

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising and holistic student support for TRiO participants.
• Maintain communication with students to monitor progress toward academic, career, and personal goals.
• Collaborate with Registrar, Financial Aid, and other student support services to resolve issues.
• Build relationships with community partners and campus departments to support TRiO objectives.
• Deliver equity-centered learning experiences with TRiO staff and partners.

Skills

Advising

Communication skills

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Canvas

SharePoint

Teams

Zoom

CRM software

Office 365

Job description

Funding for this position is through 06/30/2027

Annualized salary of 35,664

50% FTE – 20 hours per week (Includes benefits)

The Educational Planner TRiO works with students participating in TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) and SSS STEM, federally funded programs designed to increase retention, graduation, and transfer rates of students who are low-income, first generation, and/or have a disability. The Educational Planner is responsible for academic advising, connecting students to applicable on- and off-campus resources to meet their socio-emotional needs, and maintaining consistent communication with students to assess progress toward their academic, career, and personal goals. The Educational Planner reports to the Director of TRiO and maintains collaborative relationships with staff, faculty, and college departments involved in the implementation of TRiO objectives. In collaboration with the TRiO team, the Educational Planner will work to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and equity through development, implementation, and assessment of culturally responsive policies and practices to achieve equitable outcomes for historically underrepresented students.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

Green River College's student body is made up of approximately 41% Academic Transfer students, 34% Professional-Technical students, 15% Adult Basic Education student, and 3% Applied Bachelor degrees. Green River College has four campuses, including the main campus in Auburn, Washington, with satellite campuses in Kent, downtown Auburn, and Enumclaw. Green River programs serve high school graduates, Running Start students (dual enrollment in local high schools and the college), those seeking retraining for the workforce, international students, students learning English, and Continuing Education students. Green River's service areas are increasingly ethnically diverse, comprising African Americans, African immigrants, Asian Americans, Asians, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Middle Eastern Americans, among other communities.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION:

We commit to be an anti-racist institution where all students, faculty, and staff receive the access, resources, and services needed to achieve their educational, career, and personal goals. Green River College makes social and economic justice, equity, and inclusion our highest priorities.

The Green River College definition of equity encompasses all identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, economic status, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religion/spirituality, immigration status, age, and culture. We understand individual needs vary widely, and the effects of discrimination and historical oppression must be taken into account while aiming for equitable opportunities and outcomes for all.

Advising & Holistic Student Support

• Manage a caseload of 120-140 students
• Develop and maintain student-centered relationships with a diverse group of participants that encourages and facilitates program participation
• Identify and address barriers to student success and act as a liaison, advocate and resource person for program participants
• Facilitate early intervention strategies for student success, retention, and completion; including a personal plan of support services to meet the needs of each program participant
• Assist students in setting academic, transfer, personal, and professional goals; and developing SMART plans to achieve these goals
• Consult with Office of the Registrar, Financial Aid, and other Student Support Services to resolve admission, registration, and graduation issues
• Work closely with student support departments and faculty to maintain a holistic view of progress for each student on your caseload
• Maintain knowledge of Green River degree requirements and general transferability of degrees to local institutions
• Assist students in the completion of financial aid and scholarship applications and refer to alternative funding sources for Green River and intended transfer institutions

Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

• Demonstrate cultural responsiveness (including an awareness and understanding of historically underserved populations) and create an educational environment that affirms commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Regularly participate in trainings and professional development opportunities to further knowledge and self-awareness of diversity, equity and bias
• Promote a culture of belonging that advances racial, social, and economic justice in service of our diverse student communities

Program Support and Advocacy

• Establish and maintain relationships with service providers in the community in order to make appropriate referrals for students
• Design and manage effective academic skill building interventions which may include peer mentoring, tutoring, study tables, etc.
• Develop, implement, and coordinate group activities, workshops, and seminars to assist students in the development of academic skills, educational and career goals, and transfer to Bachelor degree programs
• Co-design equity-centered learning experiences in collaboration with students, community partners, TRiO staff, and other campus departments
• Plan and implement TRiO sponsored field trips to colleges, universities, industry partners, and cultural events
• Serve on College committees to represent the interests of TRiO students, build and maintain professional relationships across campus, and market the TRiO program
• Participate in annual planning of departmental goals, objectives, activities, and budget
• Perform other duties as assigned

Grant Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit TRiO eligible students
• Develop and conduct program orientations, workshops, seminars, and campus outreach activities according to the grant objectives
• Utilize a TRiO specific student database for tracking reportable grant requirements, including student participation, degree completion and transfer, student contact and progress notes, service provision and referrals, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Ability to work effectively with students experiencing a high degree of personal and emotional stressors impacting their academics, to assess, develop, and implement supports or make referrals to appropriate resources
• Experience working with under-represented populations and demonstrated commitment to enhancing equity and academic success of community college students
• A clear understanding and appreciation of the training and educational opportunities, services, and resources available through the community college system.
• Awareness of the complex needs of a diverse student population attending community colleges and a working knowledge of student and career development theory
• Ability to effectively advise students regarding academic requirements, career preparation, and personal development
• Ability to effectively collaborate within the TRiO team, and with on- and off-campus partners
• Effective written and oral communication, and presentation skills with the ability to adapt to the knowledge and needs of the audience
• Must be able to effectively plan and implement program activities
• Must be able to work independently, manage several projects simultaneously, and keep to deadlines
• Must have a working knowledge of online tools such as Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.); communication platforms (Teams, Zoom, etc.); Learning Management Systems, Customer Relationship Management software, databases, and file storage (Canvas, SharePoint, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• A personal background similar to those of TRiO-eligible student participants
• Experience in providing direct service to college students, preferably in a student support role
• Ability to speak another language in addition to English, preferably in one of the top languages spoken in the Kent and Auburn communities: Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Korean, Tagalog, Somali
• Master’s degree in Counseling, Education, Student Development, Social Work, or related field
• Understanding of Guided Pathways initiatives and programming

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must have the ability to sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk/computer workstation
• Frequent repetitive arm, hand, and finger motions
• Frequent use of computer and exposure to terminal screen in performing work assignments
• Use of headphones for prolonged periods of time
• Work in an office setting with frequent interruptions and demands on time, while meeting department deadlines
• May need to carry, lift or move equipment/suppliesup to 25 lbs
• Work location: This position has a primary work location of the Main Campus in Auburn, WA. Work may be performed off campus at times, attending resource fairs, community events, presentations, etc. There is some flexibility for hybrid work up to 20% of the time, depending upon academic schedule peak periods and department needs. Virtual work environment will require a private, distraction free space, in which student confidentiality can be maintained. A work laptop, webcam, and headphones will be provided by the college. All other equipment, utilities, services, furniture, etc. are the employee’s responsibility.
• Work schedule: General schedule is 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday between the hours of 8am and 6pm. Some evening and weekend hours may be necessary on a predetermined basis.

At this time, Green River College is not sponsoring for H1-B Visas.

All offers of employment are subject to background checks. (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.)

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law RCW 28B.112.080.

Green River College is a tobacco free campus. For more information on the tobacco policy, please visit the following link: https://www.greenriver.edu/campus/policies-and-procedures/general-administrative-policies/ga-2-tobacco-use-policy/

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The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Human Resources, 12401 SE 320th Street, Auburn, WA 98092-3622, [phone]. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Support Services at [phone], ext. 2631; TTY [phone]. Equal Opportunity Employer and Statement of Non-Discrimination: Green River College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status age, perceived or actual sensory, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Green River College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including sex-based harassment, and sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to Green River College’s Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both.

For students/employees/public/visitors/applicants: Korland Simmons, Title IX Coordinator Equity, Diversity, Inclusion