Help Wanted: Otero College Dual Advisor - Arkansas Valley Schools Liason Position #: 400710

Description: $36,150 - $37,875 With an excellent and highly competitive benefits package including PERA retirement, health, vision, dental, life insurance, annual and sick leave. 11-month academic year position. This position is eligible for Alternative Work Arrangements.

To See All Current Vacancies Visit:

https://otero.edu/about/employment

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position Title: Dual Advisor – Arkansas Valley Schools Liaison Position #: 400710

Position Status: Full-Time

Reports To: reports to: AIM Grant Project Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

As a Dual Advisor within Otero College, the Arkansas Valley Schools Liaison plays a pivotal role in fostering a college-going culture within the local high schools. This position is dedicated to assisting high school students in navigating the complexities of concurrent enrollment and college admissions. The Dual Advisor will work closely with both high school administration and students, serving as a bridge between secondary and post-secondary education, and empowering students to pursue higher education pathways.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Concurrent Enrollment Guidance:

• Provide comprehensive guidance to high school students on the opportunities and requirements for concurrent enrollment at Otero College.

• Assist students in selecting appropriate courses that align with their academic goals and interests.

• Map out academic pathways for high school students to see how their concurrent credits translate to college credit.

• Work with students and their families to explain the investment of concurrent course opportunities.

2. College Admissions Support:

• Offer guidance and support to students throughout the college admissions process, including application submission, essay writing, and understanding financial aid options.

• Conduct workshops and one-on-one sessions to explain the college application journey.

3. School Collaboration:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with high school counselors, administrators, and faculty members to coordinate outreach efforts and ensure seamless communication regarding college-related activities and resources.

4. College-Going Advocacy:

• Serve as an advocate for college readiness within the Arkansas Valley community by organizing events, workshops, and presentations aimed at promoting the benefits of higher education and addressing barriers to access.

5. Resource Development:

• Develop and disseminate informational materials, guides, and resources to support students and families in understanding the college enrollment process, including financial aid, scholarships, and academic planning.

6. Data Management:

• Maintain accurate records of student interactions, program participation, and outcomes. Utilize data to assess program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement in college readiness initiatives.

7. Recruitment and Outreach:

• Recruiting students to Otero College from the Arkansas Valley and beyond.

• Recruitment activities will include attending college fairs across Colorado to promote the Otero College brand. Travel will be necessary during certain parts of the year, and some overnight stays may be required.

• Assist with recruitment events on the Otero College campus such as Discovery Days, Rattle and En-Roll, Day-Night College Fairs, and group/individual campus tours.

• Other duties as assigned.

This position is funded through a Title V, Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions Program (DHSI), for five years beginning October 1, 2020. Any grant funded position with future employment will be contingent upon funding.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting and serving diverse student populations, with special emphasis on first-generation, low-income, and students of color.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of college admissions processes, financial aid, and academic planning.

• Experience working with high school students in an educational or advising capacity.

• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Educational philosophy in alignment with that of a small rural, comprehensive Community College and enthusiasm for this type of environment and the aspirations of its people.

SALARY:

$36,150 - $37,875 With an excellent and highly competitive benefits package including PERA retirement, health, vision, dental, life insurance, annual and sick leave. Benefit Information

11-month academic year position. This position is eligible for Alternative Work Arrangements.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For consideration, an applicant file must contain:

1. Cover letter that addresses the minimum and preferred qualifications

2. Resume

3. Copies of transcripts (A.A., B.A., and M.A.) Official transcripts requested upon hire - As part of our commitment to a fair hiring process, we invite you to redact any information from your transcripts that may be confidential/protected under law, including your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation.

4. Names, addresses, and phone numbers of 3 professional references

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open Until Filled – 1st review of applications will be July 24, 2024

POSITION START DATE:

As soon as possible

Submit Application Packet To:

Otero College

Attn: Kelsey Barbee

Director of Human Resources

1802 Colorado Ave

La Junta, CO 81050

FAX: (719) 384-6947

Or Email To: kelsey.barbee@otero.edu

Inquiries May Be Directed To:

Kelsey Barbee

(719) 384-6824

Applicants must submit to and pass a background check before an offer of employment can be extended.

**Please Note: Otero College is not able to provide sponsorship for applicants who do not currently have the legal right to work in the United States or require transfer of a Visa.**

**Must be a resident of the State of Colorado or able to relocate to Colorado prior to the first date of employment. **

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Otero College prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policy 3- 120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or military status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law (also know as "civil rights laws") including protection against retaliation and for those opposing discrimination or participating in any grievance process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies, in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. Otero recognizes that the quality of instruction and educational opportunities for all are enhanced when the diversity of the community served is represented in the student population and workforce. Otero also recognizes that women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities have been historically underutilized in the higher education workforce.

The College has designated Kelsey Barbee, Director of Human Resources, as its AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (AA), OFFICER, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EO), AND TITLE IX COORDINATOR with the responsibility to coordinate its civil rights compliance activities and grievance procedures. If you have any questions, please contact Kelsey Barbee, Director of Human Resources at 719-384-6824, kelsey.barbee@otero.edu, or 1802 Colorado Ave. McDivitt Hall RM# 140, La Junta, CO 81050. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Region VIII, Federal Office Building, 1244 North Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204, telephone (303) 844-3417.

The Federal Cleary Act (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees the agency’s Annual Security Report/Campus Crime Statistics. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the Student Services Center upon request or at: http://www.ojc.edu/content/marketing/catalog.pdf. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Otero College, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campus.

Former 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 in your application packet. Qualified protected class individuals are encouraged to apply. Otero College must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. If hired you will be required to provide documents to show your identity and authorization to work. In addition, Colorado fiscal rules require direct deposit for all new employees.

ABOUT OTERO COLLEGE:

Founded in 1941, Otero College is an accredited Hispanic Serving Institution and is a state two-year community college with approximately 1500 students (1250 FTE) made up of traditional, non-traditional and international students. The college is governed by the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education. Otero is located on an attractive 40-acre campus on the southern edge of La Junta, Colorado. The college is a full-service campus with dormitory housing, food service, men’s and women’s varsity intercollegiate athletics, and state-of-the-art educational technology. The city of La Junta has a population of approximately 8,000 and is located on Highway 50, sixty miles east of Pueblo. The college serves the residents of Otero, Bent, and Crowley counties. This rural geographic area in southeast Colorado is primarily agriculture based and has a population of approximately 33,000 people. Students at Otero can earn degreesin Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Associate of General Studies or an Associate Degree in Nursing. Students who wish to pursue vocational occupations will find over a dozen one- and two-year certificate programs available. Career and Technical Education certificate programs at Otero include:

Advanced Ag/Business

Management ABM Financial

Analysis

Ag/Business Marketing and Risk

Management ABM Records and Business

Planning

Rural Business Entrepreneurship

Cosmetology

Hair Stylist

Nail

Technician

Esthetician

Crop Production

Intro to

Horticulture

Horticulture

Emergency Medical

Technician EMT

Intermediate

Community Health Worker

Law Enforcement Training

Academy Livestock Production

Agriculture Production

Management Artificial

Insemination

Nurse Aide

Practical

Nursing

Phlebotomy

Oxyacetylene

Welding Fundamentals I

Welding Fundamentals

II Welding Production

Advanced Welding Pipe

Advanced Welding

Railroad

To learn more about Otero College, visit the college’s website at www.otero.edu.

OTERO MISSION STATEMENT:

To provide quality higher education that is accessible, transforms lives, expands employment opportunities, enriches our communities, promotes individual and global cultural diversity, and fosters economic development.

To See All Current Vacancies Visit:

https://otero.edu/about/employment

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