Educational Planner - Talent Search - Tacoma Community College : Job Details

Who We Are

Priority Consideration Date: November 11, 2024

Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with nearby mountain ranges and Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating and camping. Tacoma, Washington has been ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country, due to the increasing career opportunities, cultural diversity and community engagement, just to name a few.

Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup and Squaxin Island Tribes. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to Reservations to make way for colonizers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at a great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup and Squaxin Island people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well-being of our community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. Moreover, TCC stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the Black community by further strengthening collaboration with the Black Student Union as well as community entities such as the Tacoma-Pierce County Black Collective, the Tacoma Urban League, and local black-owned businesses. In addition, we strongly support the Stop Asian Hate movement and have an active Asian Pacific Islander Student Club as well as an Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Coalition. TCC is committed to developing more culturally responsive curricula by infusing and incorporating more educational content focused on the lives, experiences, and contributions of Native, Black, Asian, and other marginalized communities. We continually strive to become an anti-racist institution.

We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African- American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community. To this end, TCC seeks applicants who:

* Value intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching

* Welcome difference and model respectful interaction with others

* Recognize and honor the important role that diversity brings to an educational community

* Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population

* Are committed to teaching in a community college setting

* Care deeply about student success

* Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

* Honor TCC's mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities

* Reflect the diversity of our community

Position Summary

Provide educational planning services to Talent Search program participants enrolled at targeted middle and high schools in the Tacoma Public School District. The position is housed in the target schools four days a week. Responsible as a team member for the achievement of program objectives as outlined in the Talent Search Department of Education funding grant. This position reports to the Director of Talent Search.

Essential Functions

* Respond to Talent Search inquiries, providing appropriate information to target schools, students, parents and community organizations of the goals, objectives and services of the Talent Search program.

* Identify and select eligible Talent Search program participants.

* Provide intake services to new Talent Search students, including program eligibility screening, orientation and advising.

* Assess participants' needs in a variety of ways to establish a basis for forming individualized educational plans to guide their participation in the project.

* Provide personal development, career advising and financial aid information to project participants individually and in group workshops.

* Provide academic advising and educational planning to project participants, monitor participants' academic progress, and assist them in overcoming academic difficulties.

* Coordinate appropriate after-school tutoring for Talent Search participants.

* Create, facilitate and implement workshops and resource fairs to support student development.

* Plan and implement cultural, college and other activities, which promote opportunities and connections between Talent Search students and careers, colleges and the community. Responsibilities include chaperoning events including driving participants to local events.

* Collaborate with other project staff and Tacoma Public Schools faculty and staff to support the success of project and its visibility in the Tacoma Public Schools.

* Implement, monitor and evaluate all project objectives relating to participants' educational and personal development, and program administration.

* Assist in maintaining a recordkeeping system, collecting and compiling data, and reporting on project activities as a part of the project evaluation process and annual performance reporting system.

* Assist in maintaining the social media sites (website, twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.). Contribute to the program newsletter to support program visibility, community access and program success.

* Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Duties of the position require knowledge, skills and abilities:

* Ethics and integrity, and sound professional judgment.

* An appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.

* Experience working effectively with a diverse population of individuals with different cultural and ethnic backgrounds and abilities.

* Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, colleagues and staff representing diverse ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic and learning abilities.

* Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

* Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills.

* Strong interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse population, both within and outside the college.

* Ability to actively lead and participate on teams to advance the college towards the completion of shared goals.

* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of departmental and student records.

Duties of the position required experience:

* Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

* One year experience working effectively in an education, counseling, or social service delivery setting.

* Experience working effectively with a diverse population of individuals with different cultural and ethnic backgrounds and abilities.

* Social media communication and -or- marketing experience.

* Demonstrated Computer literacy. Including familiarity with social media and virtual learning venues.

Conditions of Employment

* Successful completion of a criminal history background check.

* Must have reliable transportation to go to community meetings and events.

Application Process

Complete application packages must include the following:

* Tacoma Community College online application.

* Resume & cover letter describing how your educational background and experience align with the responsibilities and qualifications of this position.

* Copies of transcripts for all colleges and universities attended.

* Tacoma Community College is committed to creating and supporting a multi-cultural climate that welcomes, fosters, respects, and celebrates diversity. Please attach a statement (maximum two pages) describing your experiences with other cultures and communities, your level of cultural self-awareness, and how you have integrated both experience and self-awareness into your learning/working environment.

Terms of Employment

This is a full-time temporary professional exempt position contracted for 11 months per year. The salary is $57,871 and is prorated to reflect the remaining contract days worked during the fiscal year. This position is scheduled to work Monday - Friday, 8:00 am-5:00pm. Must be available occasional evenings, nights, and weekends as needed. Summer schedule may vary to four 10-hour days. Work location is 3-4 days at assigned target school and at least one day Building 19 on the TCC main campus.This position is contingent upon funding from the Department of Education. Tacoma Community College offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package for you and your dependents including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Life and long-term disability insurance plans; vacation, sick, and personal leave; reduced tuition for the employee; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our employment page/employment benefits: must be from accredited colleges or universities recognized by the U.S.Department of Education and verified by the National Student Clearinghouse. International degrees must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service.

Tacoma Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, 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). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Stephen Smith, Title VII and Title IX, Building 14, 253-###-####; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer, Building 7, 253-###-####.This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

Tacoma Community College

Human Resources

6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma WA 98466

www.tacomacc.edu/about/employment