November 15, 2024

Anoka-Ramsey Community College

Hutchinson

FULL TIME

MnSCU Academic Professional 1- ADSO Coordinator/ TRIO Advisor

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Mn SCU Academic Professional 1- ADSO Coordinator/ TRIO Advisor

Institution:

Ridgewater College

Classification Title:

Mn SCU Academic Professional 1

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Hutchinson

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$23.63 - $34.18

Job Description

The role supports the Access and Disabilities Services and TRIO office in providing direct services to students. This position also provides academic advising services, prepare/coordinate education and career plans for students, assist students in understanding campus resources, policies, and regulations. This role also will stay current on adaptive technology, services, college entrance exams, and stay current with ADA guidelines and Minnesota State policy.

This position is 50% funded by a TRIO-SSS grant from the US Department of Education with continuation of this position contingent upon renewed Federal funding.

Principle Responsibilities and Results:

1. Provide supportive services to enhance the retention and academic performance of TRIO program participants including but not limited to:

Preparing and facilitating the completion of TRIO education/career plan for each advisee and coordinating ADSO services for students on the Hutchinson campus.
Meet with program participants at least twice each term to develop strategies to improve academic performance, to monitor progress toward goals, and to modify academic plans, as needed.
Collaboration with support staff, college faculty, and community agencies to acquire information on participants needs.
Assist participants in utilizing and understanding career, academic, and financial information; FAFSA and scholarship assistance, and campus resources, policies, and regulations.

2. Provide advising services to qualified TRIO participants, as well as to other students as assigned by the Student Services. Advising services include, but are not limited to:

Assisting with the selecting of courses, guidance with graduation, transfer support, develop and implement workshops, student events, four-year college tours, and cultural enrichment activities.
Coordinate/assist in supervising peer tutors/mentors and identify and recruit students to the TRIO program and meet advisees regularly.

3. Monitor student academic and financial aid progress regularly.

Assist students with four-year college transfer applications, financial aid, housing, letters of recommendation, and other transition tasks.
Track participants to transfer schools and maintain a record of last known status in support of the completion of annual reports to the US Department of Education.

4. Represent needs and interests of program participants through involvement in professional development activities, staff training sessions, meetings and college, state or national committees.

Inform college communities of the purpose and procedures of the TRIO program as well as keep current on emerging education policies and issues of relevance to program participants and staff.
Attend assigned department meetings, staff training events and professional development opportunities.

5. Coordinate accessibility & disability services for prospective and enrolled students with disabilities:

Monitor and arrange for appropriate accommodation(s) based on documentation and the student’s needs. This will include testing accommodation and provide necessary self-advocacy training for students.
Provide faculty with appropriate notification of services and student Accessibility and Disability Services Office (ADSO) registration.
Collaborate with Willmar coordinator to create and annual report of accommodations and services as well as maintain forms, brochures, and website information.
Stay current on adaptive technology, college entrance exams, and other third-party testing platforms that the college utilizes.
Provide on campus disability services presentations for potential students, and serve as the contact person to arrange for interpreters as needed.
Stay current with ADA guidelines and Minnesota State policies.
Be a certified testing proctor for college entrance exams and third-party testing platforms that the college utilizes (such as ATI/TEAS testing for nursing).

6. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and/or TRIO-SSS Director. To include but not limited to:

Ensuring that the college provides the best customer service and support for our students.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with the internal and external college and community including students, peers, key contacts, and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualification

Master's degree in education or a related field preferred.
Three or more years of experience, academic support programs, or similar programs for disadvantaged college students is preferred.
Diverse experience at post-secondary institutions, disability services, advising, personal counseling, or related college student personnel experience is strongly encouraged.
Knowledge of FERPA, ADA, ADAAA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and other state and federal rules and regulations.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with retention theories
Previous two-year college experience.
Professional or personal experience in overcoming barriers.

Other Requirements

Additional Requirements:

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (Mn SCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Mn SCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday- Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM

Telework (Yes/No)

Yes, (Fridays/Situational)

About

Why Work For Us

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Minnesota State offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

11 paid holidays each year
Medical Insurance (Single Coverage $38.50 per month and Family Coverage is $262.66 per month)
Dental Insurance (low deductibles)
Paid Parental Leave (six weeks)
Employer paid life insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
Retirement Plan
Tax-deferred Compensation
Generous vacation and sick leave

Institution Information

MISSION: Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment.

VISION: Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources.
Empowerment – We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.
Excellence – We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes.
Trust and Respect – We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.
Collaboration – We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.
Curiosity and Creativity – We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve.
Accountability – As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637 or email

careers.mmb@state.mn.us

. Please indicate what assistance is needed.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

12-30-2024

Position End Date:

Open Date:

11-15-2024

Close Date:

12-03-2024

Posting Contact Name:

Felicia Mary Telecky

Posting Contact Email:

pr7159gc@minnstate.edu