Academic Advisor
Academic Advisor
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USD 55080 - 55080
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19-04-2025
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Position Summary
The Opportunity:Skagit Valley College has an outstanding opportunity for an Academic Advisor. The Academic Advisor will work as part of a student advising team to provide educational planning appreciative advising and resource support to students in technical and/or transfer pathways. The incumbent will assist students to identify and develop their educational goals. The position will collaborate with college staff faculty and community partners to develop and enhance relationships to improve progress and completion rates for students. This position will work within the Counseling and Advising Department as part of a broader Student Services team of staff and faculty.
This is a 12month 100 of fulltime position working 40 hours per week. The Academic Advisor will primarily be assigned to work at the Mount Vernon Campus. Travel to the Whidbey Island campus in Oak Harbor WA will be required occasionally.
About SVC: Established in 1926 Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within theWashington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) providing associates and bachelors degrees as well as certificates in highquality academic transfer pathways workforce training basic education for adults and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTCs Vision statement; Leading with racial equity our colleges maximize student potential and transform lives within a culture of belonging that advances racial social and economic justice in service to our diverse communities.
SVCs commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education inspire student learning and achievement and strengthen our diverse community. We embrace equity through our core themes of access achievement and community by pursuing the continuous examination and revision of norms policies and practices to foster the success of all.
SVC aspires to reflect the diverse racial ethnic and linguistic demographics in the district particularly a growing Latinx population. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) SVC seeks equity minded leadership faculty and staff that are committed to inclusive practices and to diverse environments where students from all backgrounds can thrive via multidisciplinary collaboration and the implementation of an array of services. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply.
Mission:Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational personal and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.
Vision:The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is studentcentered teaching and learning. We are committed to:- Equitable student outcomes in access achievement and community;
- Our Guiding Principles;
- Decisions based on strategy and evidence;
- The development of our employees;
- A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.
The Location:Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community Upper Skagit Indian Tribe Samish Indian Nation Nooksack Indian Tribe and SaukSuiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver BC SVC is never far from worldclass outdoor recreation urban arts scenes and local cultural events. SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island and centers in Friday Harbor a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes and a Brewing Academy in Burlington.
Guiding Principles:Respect Integrity Open and Honest Communication Collaboration and Compassion.
Did You Know:Skagit Valley College is an innovative community college committed to offering inclusive access to educational opportunities supporting student achievement and engaging our community. SVC is nationally known for learning communities and support for high impact teaching practices that improve the lives of our students. We are committed to creating student learning experiences that foster equity and diversity to strengthen our local and global communities. We practice a high degree of collaboration among faculty staff and administrators to lead initiatives that advance student success and strengthen our increasingly diverse district. We value student and colleague engagement in creating an equitable diverse innovative learningcentered environment.
Skagit Valley College offers:- An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.
- Support for innovative teaching learning and scholarship.
- Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.
- Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural suburban and urban lifestyles.
- Friendly supportive and diverse work environments.
- Excellent benefits including competitive leave packages and an array of health dental vision and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Utilize an Appreciative Advising framework to provide accurate and timely advising to an assigned caseload of Skagit Valley College students;
- Support students through codevelopment of individualized education plans with appropriate classes that align with their career personal and educational goals;
- Provide guidance to students on understanding college policies and procedures utilizing online services and accessing student support resources;
- Build a positive mentoring relationship with students and assist them in identifying and resolving issues that impede their academic success;
- Help onboard incoming students through New Student Registration with strengthsbased advising and coaching;
- Track student progress review and update educational plans provide proactive outreach and success strategies aimed at retaining students;
- Support ongoing caseload of student advisees as determined by the Dean of Advising & Student Success; This could include STEM Running Start International Students Athletes or other special populations;
- Complete outreach to students through the colleges Early Alert system;
- Develop coordinate and facilitate campuswide programs to increase student success retention and progression;
- Work as part of an academic hub with faculty and other advising staff to support students and provide programming for students pursuing specific areas of study;
- Assist students in completing petitions for financial aid and academic reinstatement;
- Regularly meet in person by phone or virtually with students to provide information resources and support;
- Present to and meet with prospective students families and community partners on academic programs pathways and resources at Skagit Valley College;
- Communicate with academic departments regarding timely knowledge of degree certificate and program requirements relevant to assigned caseload and Area(s) of Study;
- Attend department meetings training or conferences necessary to meet the duties and responsibilities of the position;
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation regarding student interactions utilizing technology including the colleges customer relationship management system;
- Use data to track students progress advocate for needed change and support retention efforts;
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge and/or understanding of:- An appropriate awareness of the history of underrepresented groups and promote an equitable work and learning environment;
- College admission counseling registration and financial aid policies and processes;
- Resources available to students from counseling disability support services SVC Foundation and financial aid; Community resources for food housing funding and assessment;
- Educational programs including Basic Skills developmental education and professional/technical certificates and transfer degrees;
- Basic knowledge of funding plans for students and assist students in applying for Federal Financial Aid scholarships and other SVC funds;
- Transfer and career pathways;
- State and federal laws affecting Skagit Valley College;
- MS Office applications including Outlook Word and Excel;
- Software and database applications including Customer Relationship Management systems and Student Management Systems.
Ability to:
- Interpret community college regulations and maintain compliance with the rules;
- Present information to individuals and large groups orally and in writing;
- Maintain positive relationship with students partner agencies instructors department staff and employees in other units;
- Promote and model appropriate workplace behavior with culturally diverse populations;
- Promote an unbiased open forum for the safe exchange of ideas and learning opportunities;
- Apply sound judgment common sense and tenacity to a variety of workplace problem solving; Work in a diverse dynamic and fastpaced workplace;
- Communicate clearly and effectively;
- Exercise accuracy and attention to detail.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree or equivalent education or higher in Social Work Counseling Education or related field;
- Experience working with populations representing diverse backgrounds life experiences and abilities;
- Demonstrated commitment to promote equitable access and educational achievement of diverse students.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience working with diverse populations of students clients and community and business partnerships in an educational setting;
- Masters degree or equivalent in Education Communications Human Services Social Sciences Student Development or related field;
- Experience advising in a higher education setting;
- Strong oral and written bilingual/multilingual communication skills in Spanish and English;
- Computer skills including Microsoft Office and database management.
Salary Benefits Conditions of Employment Application Procedure About SVC
Salary and Benefits:
- Annual salary rate for this twelvemonth 100 fulltime position is $55080 annually depending on experience;
- Contracts are written annually for the period of July 1 to June 30. This position will be filled as soon as practical after a candidate is identified and the salary will be prorated for the remaining contract period.
- This position is exempt from civil service. This position is eligible for overtime.
- Salary retirement medical and insurance benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations and may be subject to change in accordance with legislative mandates. Additional information on benefits can be found at Deadline:Priority screening will begin after March 23 2025. Applications received on or before this date will receive first consideration. Applications received after the screening date maybe considered until the position is filled.
Please be aware that the College hiring authorities reserve the right to hire one or more candidates and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted.
Priority Screening Date: March 23 2025
Interviews with Committee: TBD
Finalist Interviews: TBD
Anticipated Start Date: May 16 2025 or June 1 2025
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this position applicants must:- Meet the minimum qualifications and;
- Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at includes the following:
- The online application which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three 3 professional references;
- A current resume; (Attachment: Resume);
- A letter of interest addressing the minimum desired qualifications and your education and experience as it supports the responsibilities of this position; (Attachment: Cover Letter).
Conditions of Employment:- Prior to employment a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Additionally pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for or have left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicants current or past employer. By law postsecondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or nonexistence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.
- In the interest of providing a healthy safe and secure educational and work environment and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drugfree workplace for our employees and students.
- If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
- Completion of academic degree(s) will be verified through receipt of official transcripts at the time of hire.
Application Assistance:If you have questions about the position or require special accommodation you may contact Human Resources atMonday through Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. SVC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may leave a TDD/TTY message atby the application closing date. Information on SVCsReasonable Accommodation policy can be found atOPPM 3040.
For questions regarding the online application system you may call NEOGOV Applicant Tech Support atfrom 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. For best results apply using one of the following browsers supported by NEOGOV: Google Chrome Mozilla Firefox Safari Microsoft Edge and later versions of Internet Explorer.
SVC Annual Security Report:The U.S. Department of Education and the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act require all colleges to provide information to current and prospective students and employees about campus safety policies procedures and statistics on certain crimes including hate crimes domestic violence dating violence stalking and sexual . We are required to report our campus security information and statistics in an Annual Security Report which is updated annually each October. All prospective employees may obtain a copy of the Annual Security Report from the Human Resources Office by callingor by accessing the Report at:
Skagit Valley College is an equalopportunity employer and is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all groups in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices.
Skagit Valley College provides a drugfree environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race color creed religion national origin sex sexual orientation and/or gender identity pregnancy genetic information age marital status disability honorably discharged veteran or military status in its programs and employment. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies contact Carolyn Tucker Vice President of Human Resources/EEO 360.416.7794 or . For inquiries regarding sexual misconduct compliance contact Title IX Coordinator Sandy Jordan 360.416.7923 or . Mailing address: 2405 E. College Way Mount Vernon WA 98273. All faculty and staff hired at Skagit Valley College are encouraged to embrace continually support and enhance diversity and equity on our campus and in our community. Annual Notice of NonDiscrimination.
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