Part-Time, Early College Admissions Coach *

Raritan Valley Community College; Branchburg Township (NJ); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Tempo parcial

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Resumo da vaga

Raritan Valley Community College is seeking a Part-Time Early College Admissions Coach to engage high school students and families, guiding them through the enrollment process for Early College Credits and Concurrent Enrollment. You will work with Academic Advising and K-12 Partnerships to navigate requirements, transferability, and pathways to RVCC.

Responsibilities include outreach visits, intake meetings, maintaining communications with stakeholders, and coordinating orientation events.

Qualificações

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience delivering information to diverse populations in person, electronically and by phone.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, CRMs, and prior exposure to a database system.

Responsabilidades

• Provide personalized visits to high school students interested in Early College Programs (Early College Credit & Concurrent Enrollment).
• Conduct Early Credit Intake meetings to educate students and families about program requirements and transferability of credits.
• Maintain contact with students, families, and high school counselors in person, by phone, and/or email.
• Collaborate with Academic Advising and the Office of K-12 Partnerships to guide students in course selection and explain college-level expectations and policies.
• Organize orientation sessions, workshops, and information events for students and parents; maintain records of progress and enrollments.
• Meet with students 1-2 times per semester for check-ins; travel within assigned territory.

Conhecimentos

Personal outreach

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Formação

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office Suite

CRMs

Database systems

Descrição da vaga

Job Description

Raritan Valley Community College's Enrollment Management team has an anticipated opening for a Part-Time Early College Admissions Coach. The Early College Admissions Coach will play a vital role in working with high school students, their families, and partner high schools to promote access to early postsecondary opportunities; in particular for underserved students. This position assists students in navigating the enrollment process, inclusive of recruiting, onboarding, advising, registration, and prerequisite requirements, for high school students interested in taking college courses. They will work closely with the Academic Advising and K-12 Partnerships teams to guide students towards intentional pathways by taking a combination of Early College Credits and Concurrent Enrollment courses. Additionally, they will collaborate with high schools, faculty, and the K-12 Partnership office to improve the early college experience and foster student success.

Essential Duties

Personalize outreach and advising

• Provide personalized visits to high school students interested in Early College Programs (Early College Credit & Concurrent Enrollment).
• Conduct Early Credit Intake meetings to educate students and families about program requirements, transferability of credits, and potential pathways.
• Maintain contact with students, families, and high school counselors in person, by phone, and/or email.
• Collaborate with Academic Advising and the Office of K-12 Partnerships to guide students in selecting appropriate courses and to ensure they understand college-level expectations and academic policies.

Program Coordination

• Organize orientation sessions, workshops, and informational events for students and parents.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and course enrollments.
• Meet with students individually 1-2 times a semester for check-ins.

Policy Compliance and Data Management

• Ensure adherence to college policies, state regulations, and accreditation standards related to early college credit programs.
• Collaborate with the Director of Admissions and Director of K-12 Partnerships to collect and analyze student participation, success rates, and program effectiveness data.

Collaboration

• Work with the K-12 Partnerships team to identify opportunities for high school students to map out courses towards an intentional pathway to RVCC.
• Attend K-12 Partnerships team meetings as needed.
• Strengthen partnership with Hunterdon Prep and Hunterdon County Vocational Career Preparation Programs.
• Represent Early College Programs at Open Houses and other information sessions for Raritan Valley Community College.

Requirements

Associate's degree required.

Prior experience that involved the delivery of information to a diverse population in person, electronically and via the phone and the development and delivery of professional presentations/speeches.

Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, CRMs, and prior exposure to a database system; ability to create standard documents and reports.

Proficient organizational skills and attention to detail, specifically constituent relationship management, and excellent interpersonal communications skills required with strong verbal and written skills.

Must possess a vehicle and valid driver's license.

Willingness to travel within an assigned territory.

Work hours vary at different times of the year. Some evening and weekend hours required based on events and peak recruitment season.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual - Spanish.

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Previous experience in recruitment, admissions counseling or a related area is preferred.

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting, standing, bending, walking, and climbing.

Lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds for a distance of up to 50 feet.

Requires handling equipment weighing up to 20 pounds while pushing, pulling, lifting, twisting, and reaching while lifting.

RVCC's starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience.

We also offer an attractive benefits package.

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.