Middle College Adviser

For best consideration, please submit application materials by September 22, 2024.

* The salary range listed above reflects the 2023-2024 Classified Employee Association pay rates. The salary range will be updated pending ratification of the successor Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Job Summary
Advises and coaches students in the College’s Middle College Program. Guides students in the development of a comprehensive education plan that meets high school graduation requirements and student college goals. Creates and maintains student records, transcripts, graduation plans, grades, and transcript evaluations. Acts as the primary contact for the Middle College program and regularly communicates with partners within the high schools.

Essential Duties

1. Advises students from pre-enrollment to graduation, and monitors and assists students in the transition to post-secondary education and/or training.
2. Assists students with developing meaningful education plans compatible with high school requirements, career and life goals, and curriculum standards.
3. Evaluates transcripts and other applicable documents, and advises and provides support for students regarding admissions and registration, diploma completion, and graduation status.
4. Serves as program liaison. Monitors advising processes, and tracks student activities such as student contacts, ensuring that students are receiving the necessary services and referrals. Communicates with school administrators, and coordinates school and information access for MHCC staff.
5. Develops and facilitates various aspects of new student orientations to help develop decision-making skills, awareness of educational resources, and reinforce self-direction in educational planning.
6. Administers intake sessions for students. Follows up with school districts on students who prompt eligibility concerns.
7. Works to ensure that students maintain satisfactory academic progress and provides supplementary assistance to those who need additional support. Ensures that students are aware of important College related deadlines and milestones and provides contacts for additional resources as needed.
8. Acts as the primary contact for high school partners for the Middle College Program. Works with counselors and other staff to ensure that students are supported and meet all program requirements.
9. Maintains and monitors student records and program data for program evaluation.
10. Creates and confirms invoices with school districts to ensure correct billing.
11. Holds information sessions for participating high schools.
12. Plans graduation events and other cohort gatherings as appropriate.
13. Develops and distributes appropriate documents for staff, students, and prospective students.

Additional Duties

1. Assists other advisors in other programs as needed.
2. Assists in program presentations, tours, etc. for recruitment and outreach.
3. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, communications, or related field

Experience/Training:

• Minimum (2) years of post-secondary and/or high school academic advising experience
• Experience with public speaking and/or facilitating workshops or other enrichment activities
• Intermediate skills utilizing Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or related field
• Experience advising high school students
• Experience in the design, organization, and execution of workshops and/or other educational and cultural enrichment activities
• Experience working with at-risk populations
• Experience working at a community college
• Bilingual in Russian, Ukrainian, Spanish, or other language that meets community needs

Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of high school graduation and college curriculum requirements
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including active listening skills
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to admissions
• Ability to work professionally and collaboratively as part of a team
• Knowledge of the Family Education and Privacy Rights Act (FERPA)
• Ability to problem solve
• Knowledge of basic record keeping

Supplemental Information:Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a computer terminal. Visual eye strain and repetitive hand/wrist motion for data entry and keyboarding functions. Occasional local travel and evening hours required.

Salary:
Initial salary placement will be based on years of relevant full-time equivalent experience at the sole discretion of the College, per the guidelines in the applicable Handbook or Collective Bargaining Agreement. Please include all relevant full and part-time experience in your application that you want the College to review towards potential placement. Hired employees will not have an opportunity to update past experience or appeal initial placement after the time of hire.

Important Information:
MHCC only accepts applications through our online application system at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mhcc/default.cfm. For technical assistance, please call 855-524-5627.

Please note: We do not request or read letters of recommendation. Also, it is not necessary to upload a large number of documents with your materials. We are looking for the required documents and perhaps one or two additional documents of your choosing (optional). Faculty applications require a current resume, cover letter and official transcripts (copies are fine for application purposes) and/or any required certificates or licenses.

Please note: this is initially a self-screening system. We recognize that our application process can be lengthy, so before you begin, please read all of the stated requirements to determine if you meet them. Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position. Based on your responses to the qualifying questions, the system may automatically screen you out from further consideration.

Position subject to budget consideration and approval.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

MHCC is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

MHCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension to your application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran’s disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

If you are seeking this preference, appropriate documentation must be provided at the time of application. You may submit an electronic copy in the document upload area of the application in the section marked “veterans’ preference document,” or fax to 503-491-7257 or mail to Human Resources, Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, OR 97030. If you do not have your documentation, you may request it through your Veterans’ Administration Office.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.

MHCC complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990 and the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, among other State and Federal Laws related to employment.

Mt. Hood Community College makes educational and employment opportunities available to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. Individuals requiring accommodations due to a disability should contact the Human Resources Office. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires the college to hire only American citizens or aliens who are authorized to work in the United States. MHCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.