What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intensive English Program Advisor position at Green River College?
Company Description
Green River College, located in Washington state, offers a variety of academic and professional programs, as well as continuing education courses. The college is named after the river that runs through its service area, providing a picturesque setting for education.
Role Description
This is a part-time on-site role as an Intensive English Program Advisor located in Auburn, WA. The Intensive English Program (IEP) Advisor will collaborate with the Director and other members of the International Programs (IP) department, as well as the broader College community, to implement an advising program designed to support intentional curricular planning, student goal achievement, and retention.
The IEP Advisor will provide direct advising services to IEP students, managing a designated caseload within the International Programs. This role is integral to supporting recruitment efforts and enhancing student retention to meet the enrollment objectives of the College.
This position primarily requires in-person presence at Green River College.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree
· Experience living abroad or studying abroad
· Demonstrated intercultural competency
· Demonstrated ability to develop and build relationships
· Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams
· Experience working in a secondary or post-secondary educational setting
· Ability to provide comprehensive international student advising
· Ability to interpret academic degree requirements, academic policies and procedures
· Experience in marketing, recruitment, outreach, or admission
· Ability to use and learn appropriate technology including MS Office and social media
· Ability to work within legal and ethical guidelines for WA state higher education institutions
· Attention to detail and good follow through
· Effective interpersonal and project management skills
· Experience working in a fast-paced environment with little downtime
Preferred Qualifications
· Master's degree
· Fluency in a language other than English
· Experience advising international students on immigration regulations
· Experience working in a community college
The candidate for this position must have legal status to work in the United States. We will not sponsor Visas for employment.
