Success Coach Workforce- Coleman College (Part time) Grant Funded
- Houston Community College
- Location: Houston, Texas
- Category: Admin-Sponsored Programs, Grants, and Contracts
- Posting Date: 03/23/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
SUMMARY
Coach prospective career and technical education students through the enrollment and degree completion process. Provide guidance with education planning, major selection, and completion job placement activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Conduct pre-enrollment workshops, and coordinate schedule and content of weekly Center for Excellence Programs Information Sessions with the Directors of COE.
Assist workforce students with career information related to students' interests and aptitudes (MyPlan, Career Coach).
Teach workforce students the skills to self-navigate to degree completion utilizing campus information, student on-line system and campus resources.
Collaborate with advisors in education activities for students on the steps necessary to complete the enrollment process including attendance to their COE Program Information Sessions.
Assist workforce students with major selection and advise students of degree plan completion and appropriate documentation process.
Work closely with registrar and financial aid office staff to assist workforce students who are entering the college.
Coordinate Job Fairs events with each COE Directors and industry every semester for students in their last semester of their program.
Coordinate with Job Placement office, seminars for Resume writing, interview skills for student and Job Fair events planning and operational support.
Educate workforce students on the steps necessary to complete a certificate or degree program.
Provide workforce students information regarding student life opportunities to include student activities and organizations on campus.
Assist College Access and Community Outreach with admission processes for new workforce students.
Assist non-traditional population in retention activities of the college including: conduct workshops (i.e., financial literacy, study skills, support services, etc.).
Support the values of the College: diversity, teaching excellence, student success, innovation and creativity and service to the College.
Perform all assigned activities to support workforce programs students’ participation, retention, transfer to four year institutions and completion.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
EXPERIENCE
One (1) years of advising/retention experience in a college or university required.
Experience with Non Traditional, First Year or New Student programs.
Experience in advising students of diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds.
Experience working with computerized systems.
Experience in a community college environment preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of career interest inventory testing procedures and outcomes
Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent presentation skills
Ability to work flexible hours that may include evenings and weekends
Knowledge of HCC career/technical programs and Centers of Excellence preferred
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job- related duties requested by their supervisor.
This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We’re proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools Commission on Colleges, we offer 300+ associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000+ students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.
The Team
Some of the brightest minds in academics and business are choosing HCC as their teaching home. When you join our talented faculty team, you’ll play a special role as teacher, mentor and academic advisor. We’ll support you in your professional development as you contribute your knowledge and expertise to HCC, our students and the community.
Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We’re proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools Commission on Colleges, we offer 300+ associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000+ students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.
The Team
Some of the brightest minds in academics and business are choosing HCC as their teaching home. When you join our talented faculty team, you’ll play a special role as teacher, mentor and academic advisor. We’ll support you in your professional development as you contribute your knowledge and expertise to HCC, our students and the community.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
- About 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.
If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
David Cross, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Equity
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or Institutional.Equity@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
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