Next Step Navigator - West Region (47445)

Blue Mountain Community College; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

Paid holidays; Sick leave; Vacation;Tu

Job summary

BMCC seeks a Next Step Navigator—West Region to support high school students in Echo, Stanfield, Hermiston, and Umatilla. You will assist with academic planning, admissions guidance, and coordinating with schools and BMCC staff.

The role requires strong communication, coaching, and advising skills, along with willingness to travel extensively and work in a multi-stakeholder environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Bilingual proficiency required.
• Experience in student services or advising preferred.

Responsibilities

• Offers one-on-one coaching related to academic success and personal and professional development with high school students.
• Guides students to BMCC courses and admissions processes.
• Coordinates with high schools and BMCC staff to support learning initiatives.
• Maintains follow-up sessions and progress tracking with students.
• Ensures FERPA compliance in all advising activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Advising

Coaching

Team collaboration

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

LMS

SIS

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Hermiston - Hermiston, OR 97838, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Bachelor Degree, Position Summary

The Next Step Navigator - West Region

This role works closely with high school students to help them achieve their academic and career goals and prepare for academic and career possibilities after high school, with a focus on BMCC programming. This position is responsible for engaging high school students in Echo, Stanfield, Hermiston and Umatilla schools. They are responsible for evaluating individual needs, motivating students to work towards their goals, guiding them individually to appropriate career and academic resources, and monitoring their progress. The Navigator works closely with high school and college administrators, faculty, and staff to advance learning initiatives and coordinate institutional efforts that support high school students. This position will be housed at the Eastern Oregon Higher Education Center in Hermiston. This position will require extensive travel.

Essential Functions

• Offers one-on-one coaching related to academic success and personal and/or professional development with high school students.
• Uses intentional conversations to determine the personal and professional goals of students, identifying potential challenges, and providing referrals to appropriate programs and services.
• Provides students with goal-oriented guidance and steps to success and encourages students to actively participate in setting education goals and milestones while navigating challenges.
• Practices proactive advising and facilitates follow-up sessions and feedback.
• Communicates regularly with high school administrators, teachers, counselors, and staff as appropriate to support student needs.
• Provides guidance to high school students through BMCC course offerings and other institutional learning opportunities.
• Facilitates student admissions to BMCC, first-term advising, and course registration at the college as appropriate.
• Provides placement consultation and intake as appropriate.
• Collaborates with BMCC staff to provide appropriate academic plans, including co- and extra-curricular activities, and referrals for students as appropriate.
• Applies and adheres to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of Early College Credit programming. Knowledge and understanding of comprehensive advising best practices.
• Knowledge and proficiency with learning technology systems typically used in K12 and higher education, such as a learning management system (LMS) or Student Information System (SIS).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work confidentially with individuals and to conduct workshops, seminars, and trainings.
• Strong knowledge of student support programs and the ability to make proper referrals.
• Possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and provide follow through.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to assess student needs and discern best course of action.
• Ability to effectively work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty, and staff.

Qualifications: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Bilingual proficiency

Preferred Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience in student services at the college or university level, preferably in admissions, advising, career coaching, veterans support services, or related transition programs.
• Interest working in a high school environment

Benefits and Contract

• Contract type: 11-month Exempt Technical position.
• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and long term disability insurance.
• Paid holidays; Sick leave; Vacation; and Tuition waiver for employee and qualified dependents.
• Salary Range: $47,000 - $50,000
• This position is opened until filled.

Veteran's preference points will be given provided DD214/DD215 is provided.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Please contact Human Resources (541-278-5837) if you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process.