Transition Specialist; Part-time

Position: Transition Specialist (Part-time)
Participate in facilitating and streamlining the el paso community college (epcc) enrollment process to inform students of the benefits of enrolling and completing a college degree program. In-person work on campus is an essential function of this position.

Plan, develop and execute projects and activities to achieve the overall recruitment goals and objectives in alignment with the college's mission and vision. Work with key epcc student services personnel, such as admissions, college readiness and assessment, financial aid services, and center for students with disabilities. Work with the independent school district's (isd's) to promote the epcc enrollment process to students, parents, and educators.

Recommend and present training or workshops to high school students and their families. Promote programs and assist students and their parents with campus visits or tours. Assist in completing any necessary forms to include apply texas and the free application for federal student aid (fafsa). Participate in all aspects of the students' transition to higher education.

Act as liaison to the assigned isd by monitoring and tracking student enrollment progress. Update student information on an ongoing basis and follow-up with students and isd staff. Provide student mentoring and develop and maintain positive relationships with high school staff.

Prepare and maintain written documentation of program activities, student evaluations, and assessments. Compile data and statistics to determine admission and rate of participants. Prepare and submit reports. Ensure the program plans are implemented and monitored to meet program strategic goals. Develop and maintain a database for program evaluation.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications:

1. Associate's degree and three (3) years related experience or a combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Note:

a copy of the transcript reflecting this required education must be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred.  The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application.

2. Knowledge of college admissions, financial aid, and registration procedures and practices.

3. Ability to effectively use organizational and planning skills.

4. Ability to maintain confidentiality of work related information and materials.

5. Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

6. Ability to generate and conduct presentations.

Desired qualifications:

1. Bilingual spanish/english.

Special conditions:

1.this is a security-sensitive position as defined under the texas education code, section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the college's policies and procedures.

2. Ability to work irregular hours to include evenings and weekends.

3. The el paso community college is building a pool of applicants for part-time staff positions. This pool will be accessed when an opening arises. Your application will remain active for the time the pool is open. After this time, you will need to re-apply if you are still interested in remaining a part of the pool.

Individuals desiring consideration must complete and submit an epcc application for employment on-line by the announced deadline.

Copies of academic transcripts must be uploaded with the application. Current employees are also required to upload their transcripts with each submitted application; transcripts in personnel files cannot be accessed by evaluators for this purpose.  Applications submitted without transcripts will not be considered. Only documents stating 'transcript' or 'unofficial transcript' will be accepted.  Other documents (degree audit, degree summary, program summary, etc.),

uploaded in lieu of transcripts will not be accepted.

If you are unable to attach your transcripts to your application, please mail your transcripts to el paso community college, employment services, p.o. Box 20500, el paso, tx 79998. Mailed documents must include the position title and…