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Job Description: Title: COSI Achieve Navigator Position Type: Professional Tech Full time College: Trinidad State College Division: Student Affairs Department: TSC Advisor Campus: Trinidad Main Campus Location: Trinidad Salary Range: $45,000 - $46,300 Who We Are: At TSC, we value and uphold a commitment to a workplace that focuses on employees. Our mission statement is "Enriching our diverse communities through quality educational experiences and lifelong learning."Trinidad State College, located in Trinidad, Colorado, is a state-supported, two-year institution of higher education. The College was established by an act of the State Legislature in 1925 and is the oldest public two-year college in the State of Colorado. The College’s Service Area includes eight rural counties characterized by low population density and small communities. One campus is located in Trinidad and is a residential campus while the other, located in Alamosa, is a commuter campus. Both campuses serve distinct populations. As a comprehensive Community College, Trinidad State College not only offers ongoing transfer Associate of Arts Degree and Associate of Applied Science (vocational) Degree programs but also has developed and implemented numerous successful short-term vocational certificate programs, and totally inclusive adult education and developmental programs. Job Summary: The COSI Achieve Navigator works under the supervision of the Dean of Students to advise and support student persistence, completion and transfer. This position will provide holistic and wrap-around academic and career coaching, academic advising, new student onboarding support, retention support, college transition services, student success workshops and referral services. The COSI Achieve Navigator will collaborate at a high level with faculty and staff throughout the organization. This position requires a positive attitude, high level of detail, effective relationship building and collaboration skills with diverse individuals. This is a grant funded position supported through the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI) division of Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE). This is a four-year project starting in 2026. The focus is retention, successful matriculation and graduation students. Duties & Responsibilities: • Provide comprehensive, holistic support services to COSI Achieve scholars, including registration, financial aid, academic planning, career exploration, transfer advising, and student success coaching.• Establish and maintain productive advising and coaching relationships with program participants to support academic achievement, persistence, retention, completion, transfer, and career readiness.• Assess student needs and connect participants with appropriate campus, community, academic, financial, personal, and career resources.• Guide students in the development, implementation, and monitoring of individualized Success Plans designed to achieve educational and career goals.• Deliver one-on-one and group advising, coaching, workshops, and support services utilizing in-person, telephone, video conferencing, and other communication methods.• Maintain confidential student records, case notes, and advising documentation in accordance with institutional policies and applicable regulations.• Utilize institutional software systems, including Banner, EAB Navigate, Degree Works, and other reporting tools, to track student progress, document services, and support student success initiatives.• Collect, maintain, analyze, and report participant data to measure program outcomes and ensure compliance with grant requirements.• Assist with management and monitoring of the COSI Achieve grant budget, ensuring expenditures align with approved budget categories, grant objectives, and institutional policies.• Coordinate and administer holistic support service budgets, educational materials, technology resources, program supplies, and student support resources that enhance participant engagement and success.• Procure, distribute, and maintain educational tools, instructional materials, technology, and program supply necessary to support program activities and student achievement.• Coordinate student participation in program-sponsored activities, leadership experiences, workshops, conferences, transfer visits, symposiums, and other educational opportunities.• Manage and monitor student travel arrangements, reimbursements, and related expenses for scholars participating in approved conferences, trainings, workshops, symposiums, and educational events.• Plan, organize, and support program-sponsored events, workshops, conferences, trainings, and related gatherings, including budgeting, logistics, participant communication, and documentation.• Collaborate with the Trinidad State Foundation regarding scholarship distribution, scholarship eligibility, and reduced match requirements associated with the grant.• Collaborate with departments across Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, Administrative Services, Marketing, and other campus units to support program goals and student success initiatives.• Develop and implement outreach, recruitment, retention, and engagement strategies to increase awareness of program opportunities and services.• Coordinate marketing and public relations efforts, including outreach campaigns, promotional materials, advertising, social media content, and other communications to enhance program visibility and participant recruitment.• Assist with grant administration and reporting, including preparation of required reports, performance measures, statements of work, budget documentation, and other grant-related deliverables.• Provide a high level of customer service to students, colleagues, community partners, and the public while responding to a high volume of phone calls, emails, and inquiries.• Represent the program at campus events, community activities, professional meetings, conferences, trainings, and statewide or regional COSI activities.• Travel as required to support program activities, including travel between campuses, attendance at conferences, trainings, workshops, and COSI symposiums.• Perform other duties as assigned in support of program objectives, grant requirements, and institutional priorities. Competencies/KSAs: Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelors’ Degree from an accredited institution• Ability to prioritize and execute a wide range of projects simultaneously• Strong verbal and written skills• Strong computer literacy and ability to learn new programs• Ability to work with persons from low-income and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds, and students with disabilities. Experience in working with Hispanic populations• Ability to work harmoniously and cooperatively with colleagues, faculty and staff• Strong organizational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision• Demonstrated skill in record-keeping, filing, and communications• Demonstrated ability maintaining confidentiality concerning student information, computer software, program files• A strong commitment and positive attitude toward the educational role of the community college• Proficiency in the use of technology and the willingness to learn the institutional software for student information and communication systems Preferred Qualifications: • Experience working with disadvantaged and traditionally under-represented populations in higher education • Experience advising students in a higher education setting • Experience advising under-represented student populations highly desired • Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across diverse student, parent, faculty and staff populations • Experience with EAB platforms• Experience with Ellucian Banner Selection Process: • The successful candidate must submit to and successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment background check as a condition of hire.• The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel between campuses on a regular basis. Application Instructions: CLOSING DATE:To ensure consideration, materials must be received in Human Resources by 08-16-2026. Application screening will begin immediately and only the most qualified candidates will receive further consideration. This position will remain open until filled. For consideration, an applicant must submit the following:A letter addressing the professional qualifications listed in the position descriptionA current resume or a current curriculum vitaeUnofficial Transcripts (of highest education attained)The names and telephone numbers of at least three (3) references from persons in a position to evaluate the applicant's expertise as it relates to the position requirements.Inquiries:Yvette Atencio, Human Resources Director – (888) 872-1925, ext. 5538 or 719-846-5538Alicia Massarotti, Dean of Students – (800) 872-1925, ext. 5474 or 719-846-5474 Additional Information/Benefits: Notice To All ApplicantsFormer employees of the Colorado Community College system or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on your application/within your application materials. All materials submitted become the property of Trinidad State College and will not be returned. The State of Colorado must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act/1986. If hired, you will be required to provide documents to show your identity and authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired. Colorado fiscal rules require all new employees to be on direct deposit.CAMPUS SECURITY AUTHORITYThis position has been identified by the U.S. Department of Education as a Campus Security Authority. As a Campus Security Authority, the incumbent in this position is required to report all crimes that they become aware of to the Vice President of Student Affairs, Dean of Students or Human Resources Department at Trinidad State College.This position must report all incidents, whether directly or indirectly, that you become aware regarding Civil Rights, which includes all sexual misconduct incidences, to the Equal Opportunity/Title IX Coordinator for the College.This position is responsible for development of student training and awareness programming for the athletic team regarding unlawful discrimination and harassment prevention, which includes sexual misconduct, in collaboration with the Equal Opportunity/Title IX Coordinator for the College as well as the College Athletic Director.This position is responsible for development of primary prevention and awareness programs for the athletic team for incoming students as well as ongoing prevention and awareness campaigns pursuant to the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act on dating and domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, in collaboration with College staff responsible with overseeing Clery Act compliance.For information regarding Trinidad State College Security, including crime statistics for the Trinidad and Alamosa campus and surrounding area, please see the Trinidad State College Campus Security website at: http://www.trinidadstate.edu/campus-security.html. For a hard copy report please contact 719-846- 5618TSC Mission StatementTrinidad State’s mission is to enrich the lives of our diverse communities by providing quality educational experiences and promoting lifelong learning.In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer a comprehensive selection of benefits to support our employees, including:Strong, flexible retirement benefits including Colorado PERA's Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan. TSC contributes 20.95% of your salary on your behalf. Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans are also available. Please note student employees are not eligible to contribute to PERA.Medical insurance is offered to instructors and other variable hour employees who have worked, on average, at least 30 hours per week in a 12-month period. TSC/CCCS uses an initial 12-month measurement period to determine medical benefit eligibility, and a 12-month standard measurement period. Additional information about this, and Life and Disability benefit information can be found at the CCCS Employee Benefits site under “Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information.” Please note that Kaiser and Anthem Blue Priority plans are not offered at TSC.Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP)Sick leave is granted in accordance with SB20-205, Sick Leave for Employees, accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.State employees are eligible to participate in BenefitHub which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources.Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the Colorado Division of Human Resources website.In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer a comprehensive selection of benefits to support our employees, including:Strong, flexible retirement benefits including Colorado PERA's Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan. TSC contributes 20.95% of your salary on your behalf. Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans are also available. Please note student employees are not eligible to contribute to PERA.Medical insurance is offered to instructors and other variable hour employees who have worked, on average, at least 30 hours per week in a 12-month period. TSC/CCCS uses an initial 12-month measurement period to determine medical benefit eligibility, and a 12-month standard measurement period. Additional information about this, and Life and Disability benefit information can be found at the CCCS Employee Benefits site under “Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information.” Please note that Kaiser and Anthem Blue Priority plans are not offered at TSC.Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP)Sick leave is granted in accordance with SB20-205, Sick Leave for Employees, accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.State employees are eligible to participate in BenefitHub which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources.Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the Colorado Division of Human Resources website.