HEP Educational Planner

Big Bend Community College (BBCC), a rural college serving vibrant, culturally rich communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington, invites applications for an Educational Planner.

The Educational Planner is responsible for providing services that facilitate the enrollment and success of BEdA (Basic Education for Adults) students enrolled in Open Doors, High School completion, GED, HEP (High School Equivalency Program), and/or English Language Acquisition (ELA) related classes. The BEdA Program provides high school completion and professional‑technical education to youth and adults.

This position has extensive involvement with BBCC faculty, staff, students, and the public to support the operation of the BEdA program. Under some programs, the Educational Planner will also interact with parents and school district personnel. This is a full‑time, grant and contract‑funded position reporting to the BEdA Site Manager and is dependent upon continued funding.

Schedule:

10:30 am to 9:00 pm to allow for services and support during the evening at BBCC’s Othello, Warden, and Moses Lake sites.

BBCC’s mission is to provide a college where all feel they belong, are represented, and are respected for their lived experiences. Our students, the HEART of BBCC, and our employees, the SOUL, are the reason we are deepening our commitment to this movement.

Vision
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To become our communities’ first choice to dream, learn, and succeed.

Mission
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Serve as a Bridge, Stand as a Leader, Support for Success.

Guiding Principles
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Honor our Role as a Hispanic‑Serving Institution;
Advocate for Equity, Inclusion & Diversity;
Embrace our Workplace Norms;
Innovate Proactively;
Model Integrity;
Educate All.

Position Availability
:
This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by December 15, 2025. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

• Respond to BEdA program inquiries, providing appropriate information to prospective, current, and returning students and/or parents regarding graduation and enrollment requirements.
• Provide intake services to new students, including program eligibility screening, orientation, academic advising, registration, and barrier assessment services (registration, testing, and informational events may occur during evenings or weekends).
• Complete transcript and prior learning credit evaluations to determine required coursework and develop educational plans.
• Provide educational and career advising to aid student exploration of BBCC’s educational pathways options.
• Make referrals to campus or community resources to remove barriers necessary for educational success.
• Monitor academic progress; implement retention interventions as appropriate.
• Assist students in transitioning to college, work, or military opportunities, including co‑enrolling students into college classes and coordinating with employers, college recruiters, and advisors.
• Manage a caseload of students regarding their progress, accessing resources, navigating the college, or removing barriers while achieving their educational, employment, and career goals.
• Develop and maintain accurate electronic student files and data collection processes for grants, department goals, and state or federal reporting.
• Establish and maintain accurate computerized student files and record‑keeping systems; collect, maintain, and report on student outcomes data.
• Serve as a resource and advocate for students, assisting them in becoming self‑directed in their educational planning processes.
• Design and deliver PowerPoint presentations and workshops to students on topics such as technology literacy, academic success strategies, study skills, problem solving, critical thinking, job readiness/preparation skills, and career decision‑making strategies.
• Provide outreach to the public, other agencies, and communities to facilitate enrollment, discuss policies, referral procedures, and services.
• Conduct outreach visits and presentations/orientations at schools or community events in…