Achieve Advisor

General Summary

Posting will remain open until filled. Priority consideration for applications received by June 8, 2025.

The Achieve Advisor is responsible for providing a broad range of services in support of students enrolled in the Achieve Program at Highline College. The Achieve Advisor engages in recruitment and outreach efforts with community-based partners, such as local school districts, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), county and state Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), and other community based organizations. This position is a member of the intake team to assist in the selection of students. This position provides individualized educational planning to assist students to create an educational pathway related to current or future educational and employment goals. This position identifies and connects students to existing campus resources for disability-related accommodations, tutoring support, mentoring, and advising, and designs and implements other individualized retention strategies. This position is responsible to assist in the design of new courses as needed and may teach a college success seminar each quarter. Incumbent in this classification also works collaboratively with other faculty and staff in the Achieve Program.

This position is an exempt, salaried overtime-eligible, at-will, full-time position. Hours of work include evening, weekend and travel.

Essential Tasks

Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Achieve, this position will:

Advises students on program requirements;

Develop academic goals with students;

Evaluate student's academic history and education, including transcript evaluation;

Introduce students to resources available throughout the college and within the Achieve Program;

Maintain an active case file on each enrolled student;

Maintain statistical information and summary information in reports as needed. Submit required paperwork according to specified timelines;

Consult with a variety of educational and social service agencies in the community to explain program requirements or address individual student progress or needs;

Develop, facilitate, and deliver classroom instruction;

Work collaboratively with program faculty, staff, and program director to research and develop best practice strategies to assist students with intellectual disabilities in being successful in their programs;

Work collaboratively with other departments to facilitate and address student and program needs;

Work with team to develop, implement, and maintain marketing, recruitment and retention strategies for assigned program;

Work collaboratively to create brochures, orientation materials, forms, and documents for distribution and/or presentation;

Facilitate orientation meetings;

Make presentations to schools, state and county organizations, community-based organizations, and other groups to market program and for recruitment.Knowledge of:

Local social service agencies and other resources;

FERPA requirements;

Assessments/Testing;

College and community resources and/or programs;

Local, state, and federal rules and regulations;

Local college academic requirements;

High school completion requirements;

Advising and coaching (such as motivational interviewing and strategies to help students set and meet goals) techniques.

Ability to:

Coordinate activities to introduce students to available community services and campus resources;

Work in a multicultural environment;

Explain policies and procedures, rules, and regulations;

Prioritize multiple projects and work in an environment with regular interruptions;

Meet deadlines/timelines;

Effectively coordinate and collaborate with multiple groups;

Manage and organize detailed information about the program and student progress;

Develop classes and curriculum for workshops and/or classes;

Communicate clearly (written and verbal);

Proficiently use Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Science, Counseling, or related field; AND

Two years teaching experience with young adults with disabilities (preferably in high school or community college setting).Desired Qualifications

Masters degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or Social Science;

Two years experience working transition-age youth with disabilities;

Two years experience working in an academic environment, preferably alternative education.

Supplemental Information

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.

THE COLLEGE

Founded in 1961, Highline College was the first community college to be established in King County and is one of 34 community and technical colleges. More than 350,000 alumni have graduated from Highline over the years. Nestled between Seattle and Tacoma, we are located on the traditional village sites of the Muckleshoot, Puyallup and many other Coast Salish tribes.

Highline prioritizes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and access for all students, staff, and faculty, which is evident in our Mission, Vision, and Values. We are proud to be one of the most diverse colleges in the state and stand committed to the well-being of our global community. Those who come to our college bring unique personal experiences, beliefs, and perspectives and make us better. We strive to provide and highlight resources to support our students, staff, and faculty by fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

APPLICATION

online application must include the following to be considered complete:

1. A detailed resume that addresses the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position;

2. A letter of application/cover letter (two-page maximum, recommended) that addresses your ability to meet the QUALIFICATIONS, and KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES for the position;

3. A one-page response to the Supplemental Question.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

National Criminal Background Check may be required.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:

NEED APPLICATION HELP?

Should you have any difficulties uploading your documents or navigating the application process, please contact NEOGOV Technical Support at 1-855-524- 5627, Monday - Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00PM Pacific Time.

HIGHLINE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Highline College is an equal opportunity employer. The College is committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff, as well as our student population. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, and gender identity diversity. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legal protected status.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants needing accommodations in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at . Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.

TITLE IX POLICY

Highline College complies with Title IX regulations. For details on our policies, see our website

The College appointing authorities reserve the right and may exercise the option to make an employment decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The college provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types).

The Title IX Coordinator, Danielle Slota, can be reached at or . 2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198. Building 12, President’s Office.

The 504 Coordinator, Jenni Sandler, can be reached at or . 2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198. Building 25, 5th Floor.

The Vice President of Human Resources, Melanie Lawson, can be reached at or . 2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198. Building 12, Human Resources.

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