Doors Student Specialist

Position: Open Doors Student Specialist
The Opportunity:

The Open Doors Navigator works as part of a team to provide intentional interventions, advising, and support to students ages 16 to 21, who have disconnected from local school districts or who are not expected to graduate from high school by the age of 21. This position works with local school district partners to support student engagement, enrollment, and completion of educational goals at Skagit Valley College.

Open Doors is a high school completion program for eligible individuals who are 16 to 21 years of age and who are deficient in high school credits.

This position will collaborate with college staff, faculty, school district, and community partners to develop and enhance relationships in order to improve persistence and completion rates for High School completion students. The position will maintain an understanding of Basic Education for Adults (BEdA), high school completion, GED, and college program requirements to ensure students have access to all educational opportunities. Work hours are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

On occasion, evening and weekend work may be required.

This is an exempt, full-time 12-month position working at the Mount Vernon Campus. This position will work within the BEdA Program unit under the supervision of the Associate Dean of Student Support Programs. This is a contract-funded position and is dependent upon continued funding. This position works onsite at the main campus located in Mount Vernon, Washington.

About SVC:
Established in 1926, Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) providing associates and bachelor's degrees, as well as certificates, in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, basic education for adults, and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTC's 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."

SVC's 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 student-centered 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.

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Location:

Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People's, especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, Samish Indian Nation, Nooksack Indian Tribe and Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver, BC, SVC is never far from world-class 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…