Exempt, Outreach Coordinator

About The College   Whatcom Community College (WCC) is a public associate and applied baccalaureate degree granting institution with an accomplished faculty and staff who serve 7,604 students annually on its beautiful 72-acre campus in Bellingham, Washington.  Whatcom offers transfer degrees, applied baccalaureate degrees, professional and technical training programs, basic education, job skills, and community and continuing education classes. Programs and courses are offered through in-person, hybrid, and online modalities to promote access for a diverse student population. The College is committed to equal opportunity and believes diversity of experiences and cultures enrich our campus community. The College is accredited by The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. For more information about WCC, please visit www.whatcom.eduAbout Our CommunityWhatcom's campus is located in Bellingham (population 95,960). Bellingham showcases a strong commitment to education and is regularly rated on "best of the Northwest" lists. Bellingham is midway between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, B.C. Canada. The city is surrounded by the rural landscape of Whatcom County (population 226,850), which is home to a thriving network of farms and scenic wilderness. As you explore our community, you'll discover historic neighborhoods, waterfront cities, farmlands and mountain towns all within a few dozen miles of each other. Bellingham and Whatcom County are known for their outdoor activities. Whether your idea of fun is visiting galleries, watching live theater, kayaking, hiking, snowboarding, or unwinding with a good book, you'll love Bellingham and Whatcom County. To learn more about Bellingham, please visit: http://www.bellingham.org General Description of Work   The Outreach Coordinator serves as a college representative at college fairs, local school districts, community spaces/events, and public activities.  This position supports the College by working directly with diverse groups of prospective students to establish and advance relationships that lead to college enrollment. The Outreach Coordinator position reports to the Director for Outreach.A successful candidate will...Identify, recommend, and conduct outreach to support all prospective students in Whatcom County.Connect and communicate with prospective students and their support networks regarding all aspects of the admissions process and campus resources.Represent the college at regional college fairs, information nights, community events, cultural events and at school districts. Responsibilities    Key Responsibilities and Duties:Promote Whatcom Community College to the Whatcom County community and K-12 system.  Travel to outreach events throughout the region.Participate in campus committees as appropriate. Develop professional relationships with future students and high schools.Manage inventory for promotional items.Manage the Outreach e-mail inbox and respond in a timely manner.Assist with Orca Central operations, including front desk and assistance. Respond to inquiries in a timely manner by phone, mail, email, and virtual & in-person services while following FERPA regulations and maintaining the privacy and accuracy of student records.Help manage the college database for prospective students. Attend Admissions sessions at high schools to help students with submitting applications. Coordinate campus tours, including scheduling and assist conducting campus tours. Coordinate room reservations, agendas, and itineraries for campus outreach events in collaboration with outreach staff. Collaborate with other WCC Departments to support recruitment.Other duties as assigned. Qualifications   Minimum Qualifications:Associate's degree from an accredited institution.Demonstrated experience planning or coordinating events. Ability to perform job duties during weeknights and weekends. Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.Outreach/recruitment experience in Higher Education, government, for-profit, or community settings.Bilingual.Customer service skills.Experience supporting people through the navigation of complex processes.Experience with Microsoft Office, Teams, and Zoom. Ability to multitask with several projects and administrative duties.Strong written and verbal communication skills. Salary     Salary and Appointment:This is a 12-month, full-time Administrative/Exempt position. Exempt from Washington State civil service law with an annual salary based upon a range of $40,000.00-45,000.00, depending on experience.Benefit Package:The position comes with a full benefit package, including health, dental, life, long-term disability insurance and a retirement plan.Accrues 8 hours per month of sick leave and 14.67 hours per month vacation leave.*Additionally, as a Washington State, public higher education institution, WCC offers the following:Whatcom Community College is a qualified employer for the PSLF program. If you work for the College full time, have had Direct Loans and are on an eligible repayment plan, you are eligible to apply.Full-time employees are eligible to apply and participate in the Whatcom Community College Employee Tuition Program, which provides a tuition waiver for available and eligible WCC courses.Start Date:As soon as can be arranged with the successful candidate.Application Due Date:For guaranteed consideration of application materials, application packets should be received by Thursday, December 26th, 2024 at 5:00 pm. Position open until filled. How To Apply   A completed application consists of an online application and:Cover letter which includes a diversity statement providing examples of (1) how you have integrated equity and inclusion in your work and (2) how you will promote equitable practices in education through this position.Current resume.Official transcripts of any degrees listed as part of the minimum requirements will be required upon hire, but not as part of the application process.List of 5 professional references with contact information. Mission and Vision Statement   Mission: Whatcom Community College contributes to the vitality of its communities by providing quality education in academic transfer, professional-technical, and lifelong learning, preparing students for active citizenship in a global society.Vision: Whatcom is a supportive community, empowering lives through education. EEO Statement   Whatcom Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. WCC provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, or honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of trained guide dog or service animal in its programs and activities. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). As of October 1st, 2020 as per RCW 28B.112.080 WCC will be requiring all finalists for positions to complete a Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct. WCC provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director for Human Resources, 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, 360.383.3400. For Title IX compliance, contact: Title IX Coordinator, 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, 360.383.3400.  WCC publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Access and Disability Services Office at 360.383.3080; VP 360.255.7182. Whatcom Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment.

Salary : $40,000 - $45,000