Part-Time First-Year Seminar Coordinator/Lead Peer Educator Job Listing at Bellevue College in Bellevue, WA (Job ID 12180)

Description

Position Summary  

Under the supervision and guidance of the Title III Director and First-Year Seminar (FYS) Chair this individual will conduct focused outreach to students that have not yet registered for FYS.  This will be accomplished by developing an outreach campaign, making phone calls, sending follow-up emails as necessary, and tracking this into Target X.  The Lead Peer Educator will also serve in a leadership capacity with the other Peer Educators on campus and will be instrumental in representing First-Year Seminar during ATD/Guided Pathways workgroups. The FYS/Lead Peer Educator will also serve an instrumental role in providing feedback on their student experience, current programs, and processes as well as ways to grow enrollment of FYS.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule  

Pay rate: $18/hour.

The successful candidate is expected to work 10-19 hours per week. This position typically assigned as needed on a quarterly basis, with no expectation of continued employment beyond the current appointment. 

The temporary hourly employment is limited to the earlier of 1,050 hours or 12 consecutive months beginning from the original date of hire. Per WAC 357-04-045, following 1,050 hours or 12 consecutive months, an individual is not eligible for re-employment at Bellevue College in another temporary part-time hourly position. Temporary hourly employees who work more than three hundred fifty (350) hours in a twelve consecutive month period may be subject to provisions of one the collective bargaining agreements covering Classified employees at Bellevue College.  

This position is expected to NOT be eligible for benefits because eligibility is limited only to employees working at least an average of 80 hours in eligible employment for more than 6 consecutive months and at least 8 hours a month. Eligible positions are eligible for certain benefits.

About The College  

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College.

About the Department  

The Office of Academic Affairs oversees a variety of academic programs and departments at Bellevue College. Academic Affairs is responsible for supporting student learning and experiences, program initiatives, and academic instruction. This department provides professional development resources for faculty and develops, revises, and implements policies and procedures when needed.

Essential Functions  

• Regularly monitor Target X, our Customer Relations Management (CRM) tool, to track new and current students that have and have not taken First-Year Seminar, plus it's equivalent.
• Develop and lead marketing and social media campaigns for the First-Year Seminar to bring increased visibility to the course; collaborate with key stakeholders on projects related to marketing, social media, and the like.
• Make timely outreach calls to students and send follow-up email communications with FYS-related calls, send emails, and document notes within appropriate databases as well as Target X.
• Make timely outreach calls to students who are not making satisfactory academic progress; refer students to appropriate resources and send follow-up email communications with needed resources.
• Establish, maintain, and nurture good relations and communication with the FYS Team, students, and campus partners.
• Be the face of First-Year Seminar/Lead Peer Educators with faculty, staff, and administration.
• Interact with students taking the FYS course and provide support to FYS instructors and students.
• Participate in weekly meetings of all Peer Educators (required as schedule permits).  
• Participate in periodic FYS meetings (required as schedule permits).
• Participate in one-on-one meetings with the supervisor and with the FYS Chair.
• Periodically plan and facilitate Peer Educator Team meetings with supervisor support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications  

• Willingness and demonstrated ability to relate to, help, and support others.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and represent the student's voice.
• Good analytical and communication skills.
• Strong collaborative and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to cooperate with others and show flexibility while working on a team.
• Ability to work remotely via computer hardware and software. 
• Has satisfactory completed or is currently enrolled in the First Year Seminar course.

Conditions of Employment  

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. 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.

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Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. 

Other Information  

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

How To Apply  

Applications received by 11/23/2022 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled.

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying.

Required application materials: 

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume
• Complete Job Questionnaires if applicable

Contact:

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to jobs@bellevuecollege.edu. 

EEO Statement  

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu or 425-564-2271. 

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