College Liaison - Mount Vernon, Como Pickton, Winnsboro, and Pittsburg High Schools

Classification: Staff
Status: Full Time
Minimum Salary: $39,000

Description of Job Duties

  • Travel is required throughout the week to the following high school campuses: Mount Vernon, Winnsboro. Pittsburg, Como-Pickton, and the NTCC Campus  
  • Build strong relationships with high school students and their families, particularly within the Hispanic and underserved communities. 
  • Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment that encourages open dialogue and trust. 
  • Engage and respond to written, email, voicemail, and verbal requests for information about Dual Credit and Postsecondary transition 
  • Communicate regularly with faculty, staff, and administrators regarding student progress 
  • Conduct regular follow-ups with high school students and their parents, offering guidance, support, and assistance. 
  • Schedule and facilitate one-to-one advising sessions to discuss academic and career goals, course selection, and the college application process.
  • Track and report interactions with students and parents 
  • Work collaboratively with students and their families to identify challenges and opportunities related to pursuing higher education. 
  • Provide relevant information and support to address these challenges effectively. 
  • Organize and coordinate activities at targeted high schools to raise awareness about college opportunities. 
  • Collaborate with school administrators and teachers to conduct workshops, seminars, and informational sessions for students and parents (some evening presentations may be required) 
  • Assist students and their families in completing financial aid applications, including the FAFSA and scholarship applications. 
  • Provide guidance on available financial resources and scholarship opportunities. 
  • Serve as the primary college contact person for high school students 
  • Continuously engage admitted students to ensure they meet critical enrollment milestones. 
  • Develop strategies to prevent "summer melt" by addressing any barriers to enrollment. 
  • Represent the Dual Credit Department and attend meetings as needed 
  • Other duties as assigned.

Experience and Other Qualifications Required

  • Bachelors Degree Required
  • Experience working with High School students
  • Knowledge of College entrance requirements
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred 
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Experience working with underserved communities, particularly Hispanic and first-generation college students. 
  • Ability to work and manage job duties independently and work as part of a team. 
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to think strategically and creatively to manage a large student roster 
  • Ability to take initiative in serving the students and providing support 
  • Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with school faculty/staff/administrators 
  • Computer skills in the use of Microsoft Office Suite applications

 

Excellent Employee Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance details »

 

Work/Life Balance Perks for Employees

Dollar Lunch, Fit Center Access, Educational Benefit, Government Verizon Phone Plan, Discount Purchase Programs, Discount Facility Rentals, Vacation & Sick Leave details »

 

To be considered for this position, a complete application packet must be received, including all the following: 

  • Cover letter of interest (please address your qualifications, skills and knowledge, as well as a secondary area of qualification, if applicable.)
  • Resume 
  • At least one letter of recommendation (this should come from a different reference than is listed on your applicaton)
  • Transcript(s)