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Position Summary You must be a current employee of Big Bend Community College in order to apply for this position as this is an Internal Position Opening only. This is a full-time, grant funded, 12-month position on the Big Bend Community College Campus. The Upward Bound Program is a federal TRIO program funded by the U.S

Department of Education to help first-generation and low-income students develop the necessary skills to enroll and succeed in college. TRIO Upward Bound has been hosted at Big Bend Community College since 1967 and is the longest-running program of its kind in WA State. The program is funded to serve 115 high school students per year at Moses Lake High School, Othello High School, Royal High School, and Warden High School.

The 5-year grant funding cycle began on June 1, 2022, and ends on May 31, 2027. Employment beyond this term is contingent upon available grant funding. The current annual grant award is $581,576.

Under the supervision of the TRIO Upward Bound Director, the Academic Coordinator will provide academic and personal advising to participants at two target high schools to ensure successful completion of high school and subsequent enrollment in a post-secondary program. The coordinator will plan and organize monthly Saturday PREP events and is responsible for the planning and supervision of the Bridge component during summer academy and the Student Ambassador component during the academic year. BBCC's organizational strength is captured in our small but mighty spirit.

A small college taking on BIG things to enact BIG change to lift our students and employees. We are dedicated to extending postsecondary access to all our service district members and providing an environment for all to grow personally and professionally, steered by our mission and vision. Vision: To become our communities' first choice to dream, learn, and succeed.

Mission Serve as a Bridge Stand as a Leader Support for Success Our guiding principles are a call to action, establishing a standard for how we interact with each other, present BBCC in the community, serve students AND act upon areas of inequity. Guiding Principles Honor our Role as a Hispanic-Serving Institution Advocate for Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity Embrace our Workplace Norms Innovate Proactively Model Integrity Educate All If you share these values, we encourage you to come be a part of the movement happening at Big Bend Community College. This position is open until filled.

Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by May 28, 2026. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged. Essential Job Duties ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Primary essential duties and responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following: Travel to (2) target high schools on a weekly basis during the academic year.

Inform target schools, community, and potential stakeholders of program services. Communicate and maintain positive rapport with participants, parents, target high school principals, counselors, college admission personnel and other stakeholders. Develop a plan to identify, recruit, and retain eligible students within target schools.

Assess participants' strengths and possible barriers to attending college and develop strategies to assist accordingly. Provide academic and personal advising to high school and dual enrolled participants. Provide career and college advising assisting students in discovering their interests, aptitudes and assist with educational planning.

Prepare and assist participants for college entrance exams, college admissions, and financial aid and scholarship applications. Monitor participants grades, attendance, and discipline records. Plan, coordinate, and lead monthly Saturday educational, social, and cultural events and/or workshops that promote college access, preparation, and life skills.

Disburse monthly student stipends and track student eligibility. Assist in the planning, delivery, and supervision of academic year and summer academy services. Assist in the recruitment, selection, orientation, and training of summer academy staff.

Assist in the supervision of residential summer academy staff. Coordinate and supervise the Bridge component of summer academy. Supervise and manage the evening study hall component during summer academy.

Responsible for accurate and timely documentation of student records in hard copy files and in a database. Assist in the supervision of student activities and events, including field trips. Assist in the evaluation of program services and the preparation of federal grant reports.

Assist the TRiO team in innovating new approaches to services and processes. Ensure compliance with the Department of Education regulations and program objectives. Assist with data collection and completion of the Annual Performance Report and federal grant application.

Ensure confidentiality of student information following the Federal Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), financial aid guidelines, and college regulations. Assist in maintaining program webpage and social media accounts. Maintain positive leadership and ethical/professional conduct.

Participate in team meetings, training, and conferences. Other duties as assigned. Minimum & Desirable Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in education, psychology, social work, or a related field.

At least two years of experience working with low-income and/or academically disadvantaged youth. Knowledge or secondary and postsecondary education. Strong technical skills with evidenced proficiency in modern office technology such as Microsoft Office Suite; Google Workspace, Adobe Acrobat, and Zoom.

Strong skills in communication-public speaking & interpersonal skills and writing. Demonstrated commitment to and experience working with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Must be self-directed and a self-starter with the ability to work independently.

Ability to work a minimum of one (1) Saturday per month and some evenings during the academic year and irregular days/hours during the six-week residential summer academy. Must have a valid Washington State driver's license and proof of car insurance. Desirable Qualifications: Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in education, counseling, social work or a related field.

Experience working in TRIO Programs and/or a background similar to the target population. Experience working with high school and/or college students and their parents/families. Experience in advising, teaching, and/or recruitment.

Bilingual proficiency in English/Spanish- reading, writing, and speaking. Applicants of similar backgrounds as program participants. Application Instructions This position is open until filled.

Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by May 28, 2026. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged. To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following: BBCC Online application.

Cover letter, addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate.* Comprehensive resume or CV.* Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above.* Supplemental questions are designed to address the Additional Desirable qualifications list in the job posting. Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees. Official transcripts required upon employment.* NOTE: You must complete the online application in full and respond to the required supplemental questions

Failure to provide this information or responses of "See Resume" may eliminate you from consideration for this position. The college reserves the right to remove documents, submitted but not requested, by BBCC as part of the application process. These documents include, but are not limited to statements of teaching philosophy, diversity statement, letters of recommendation, student evaluations, performance evaluations, etc.

BBCC reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion. This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified, at any time, without notice.

If you have difficulty logging into your account, attaching documents, submitting your application, etc., please contact NEOGOV Customer Service at 1-855-524-5627. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete the questions

Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform the position. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of Big Bend Community College to sponsor an H-1B visa.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. Official transcripts must be provided to the college upon hire. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, and/or grievances to the Vice President of Human Resources & Labor/Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator/Section 504 Coordinator, BBCC 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837; 509-793-2026 or via email at hroffice@bigbend.edu. DRUG AND ALCOHOL-FREE CAMPUS: In compliance with state and federal regulations, BBCC is committed to a safe and drug and alcohol-free campus. Employees are expected to comply with BBCC's policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety

The complete policy and procedure are available to view on the policies page of the BBCC website. Printed copies of the policy and procedure are available by contacting the Human Resources Office at 509-793-2008. BBCC ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT: BBCC strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students, employees, and community.

Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent-three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety and Security page of the BBCC website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials please contact Campus Safety and Security at 509-793-2286. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, marital status, pregnancy status or families with children, a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, genetic information, and/or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification.