Study Bilingual Navigational Coach Weber State Forward Initiative

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Title

Requisition Number

Requisition Number H02063P

Position Category

Campus Location

Campus Location Off Campus

Hours per week 20

Months per year

20 hrs/week for 34 weeks (September 2026 to May 30, 2027)

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate

Hourly Pay Rate $17

FLSA

The School-Based Navigational Coach serves as a trusted liaison among Ogden School District students and families, school personnel, and Weber State University. Assigned to district high schools and Weber State, coaches provide proactive, individualized, and culturally responsive guidance as students transition to postsecondary education.

Navigational coaches help graduating seniors complete essential steps for enrollment at Weber State, including admissions, FAFSA , financial aid, scholarships, personal statements, orientation, and connections to campus resources. They may also assist students entering grades 10–12 in applying to tuition-free summer bridge programs.

As visible representatives of Weber State, coaches must demonstrate professionalism, reliability, effective communication, and strong relationship-building skills. They proactively identify student needs, conduct outreach, follow up on outstanding requirements, coordinate with school counselors, college and career counselors, administrators, and other personnel, document interactions, and help students make measurable progress toward their postsecondary goals.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required Ogden School District background check.

• Develop trusting, consistent, and professional relationships with students, families, and Ogden School District staff.
• Provide bilingual (English and Spanish), individualized support with admissions, FAFSA , financial aid, scholarships, personal statements, orientation, and other enrollment requirements.
• Identify students who need support, conduct outreach, follow up on outstanding requirements, and help students take concrete next steps.
• Refer and connect students and families to the WSU College Exploration Hub, Financial Aid, Student Success Center, peer mentoring, and other campus resources.
• Assist eligible 10th-12th grade students with summer bridge opportunities and other postsecondary preparation.
• Work closely with counselors, administrators, and other school personnel to coordinate student support.
• Serves as a highly visible representative of Weber State and the WSU Forward program, maintaining exceptional professionalism, reliability, and communication.
• Maintain timely, accurate records of outreach, referrals, participation, and student progress to support reporting, evaluation, and continuous program improvement.
• Work closely with the WSU Forward team, communicate challenges early, take initiative, and contribute to continuous program improvement.

• At least one year of experience supporting economically disadvantaged, first-generation, or historically underserved students.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish, with experience supporting bilingual and/or first‑generation communities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build trust with students and families.
• Ability to work independently in school settings while coordinating with a central program team.
• Ability to learn and clearly explain processes, applications, forms, deadlines, and institutional requirements.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, organization, follow‑through, and accurate record‑keeping.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

• Associate degree or higher.
• Experi…