Full-Time Workforce and Student Engagement Navigator
Job Description
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time exempt Workforce and Student Engagement Navigator to cultivate relationships to create equitable employment opportunities for Clark College students. The Workforce and Student Engagement Navigator will assist students and work in tandem with community and campus partners to engage students in work-based learning such as informational interviews, job shadows, mentoring, class visits, internships and gaining employment. This position is housed within Student Affairs and reports to the Associate Director of Career Services.
At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees. Our Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.
Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision, and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college 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 non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Yaju Dharmarajah, Labor Relations & Compliance Director, 360-992-2317,
yd**********@cl***.edu
, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 012, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Student Focus
This position’s focus is to engage in culturally responsive interventions, workshops, and programming to support job attainment; leading with racial equity, to support all students. Meetings and events may be conducted in face-to-face and/or virtual settings.
Plan and build work-based learning opportunities such as informational interviews, job shadows, mentoring, class visits, internships, academic service learning and project-based learning
Assist students to find specific opportunities that align with their goals
Coach students in preparation for internship or job applications; refer them to services for resume critiques, LinkedIn profiles, practice interviews, and job search strategies
Bring these activities to scale by coordinating efforts with the career services team, and Clark and community partners
Utilize student input and feedback for planning and development
Employer Relationships
In a rapidly changing economy, the Workforce and Student Engagement Navigator will work closely with Workforce Southwest Washington (WSW) and employers to establish a beneficial presence for Clark students and graduates within the local workforce.
Develop and implement a plan to engage employers in creating opportunities for Clark students (presentations, meetings, internships)
Coordinate with WSW to develop, enhance, and maintain partnerships with local employers to facilitate internship and career opportunities for Clark College students and alumni
Post, approve and manage employer internship and job announcements
Ensure participating employers engage in culturally responsive and inclusive training programs
Develop and coordinate on-campus and off-campus employer recruiting efforts including job fairs, tabling, information sessions, guest speakers, and other events
Update the Clark co-op/internship training agreement and procedures to ensure a focus on racial equity, relevant and engaging work activities, and exposure to corporate culture and networks
Clark Coordination
The Workforce and Student Engagement Navigator will interact across campus to identify existing business relationships, gaps, and best practices to develop a centralized hub for information, contacts and activities that foster student relationships with employers.
Collaborate with Career Services, community partners, Instruction, Clark Foundation, and Student Affairs to implement Clark’s work-based learning (WBL) program
Work in tandem with Career Advisors and Academic Advisors to implement MyPlan and access employer databases to engage students in career exploration activities such as informational interviews and job shadows
Provide leadership to create a central information hub for student and employer connections
Collaborate to devise and maintain an employer contact management system with faculty, Foundation, ECD, administrators and others
Work with faculty, staff, and their business contacts to ensure development of consistent and equitable experiences for students
Assist with curriculum development to include work-based learning strategies; promote the integration of MyPlan into class assignments
Maintain thorough and current understanding of Clark College programs and degrees, Guided Pathways, Clark student services, labor market trends and community-based career and employment services; inform coworkers of changes, updates and best practices
Serve as a Clark College Advisory Board member for all Professional and Technical Programs
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent education/experience
Five (5) years of work experience, with at least two years of full-time experience in fields such as marketing, fundraising, communications, recruitment, non-profit or job development, or experience in a higher education environment
Knowledge and understanding of both the higher education and workforce systems, current labor market trends, and job search techniques
Must have driver’s license, transportation, and be able to travel outside of the office approximately 20% of the work week, depending on the needs of the department
Commitment to racial equity. Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds, particularly low-income, first generation college students
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Effective public relations and networking abilities
Strong computer skills, including knowledge of MS Office suite, social networking tools, using technology to facilitate the job search process as well as the ability to quickly learn new data management and software systems as required.
Ability to work during office hours – 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. – with occasional morning, evening, and weekend hours
Salary/Benefits:
Starting Salary: $59,611
Benefits package includes insurance, retirement, annual and sick leave, disability, flexible spending account, and tuition waiver.
Application Deadline:
Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., January 6, 2022.
REQUIRED ONLINE APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Clark College online application
Current resume
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process
How to Apply
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