Full-Time WorkFirst Coordinator
Job Description
WorkFirst Coordinator
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Salary: $5,836.00 Monthly
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 24A65
Location: Kirkland, WA
Department:
Closing: 9/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Located just outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in Washington State, that provides students with the latest cutting edge skills relevant to today’s workplace. LWTech offers ten applied bachelor’s degrees, more than 40 associate degrees and 93 professional certificates, in 43 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo.https://www.lwtech.edu/about/our-story/mission/LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College’s commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council, please click on the https://www.lwtech.edu/about/diversity/edi-council/.
Summary:
The coordinator of the WorkFirst program supports low-income students receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) from DSHS in order to help them reach their educational and career goals. This includes marketing, recruiting, student intake, determining eligibility, advising, educational planning, retention services, awarding WorkFirst funding, and tracking student data. This position will assist prospective and current WorkFirst students in accessing college and community resources related to financial aid, Workforce funding, emergency assistance, scholarships, employment, food insecurity, and other basic needs. The coordinator will partner and collaborate with other Workforce programs (WFD), the financial aid office, the Basic Education department, DSHS, state and community-based organizations, and other departments throughout the college. This is an exempt position that reports to the Assistant Director of Workforce Development.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Coordinate the daily operations of the WorkFirst program, working closely with the WFD Director, Assistant Director, and team to develop strategies to support WorkFirst students and program objectives; recommend new initiatives to improve program outcomes
• Determine eligibility, provide intake, and enroll students into the WorkFirst program; manage the DSHS WorkFirst referral process
• Advise WorkFirst students using a holistic case-management model to increase retention, program completion, and employment
• Determine tuition, book, and student support awards for WorkFirst eligible students, including tracking of awards and reconciling budget; work closely with financial aid, bookstore, cashier and other Workforce funding sources
• Assist prospective and current students in completing financial aid, emergency grant, Workforce, and scholarship applications
• Support students taking English Language (ELL) classes in transitioning to college programs; work closely with ELL faculty and staff in preparing students to be college ready
• Serve as an advocate for students in academic and financial matters, navigating college processes, resolving DSHS issues, accessing community-based resources, and balancing school-family responsibilities
• Maintain regular communications with students through a variety of methods, including phone, email, mail, and online and in person meetings
• Develop and maintain program and student tracking systems, including student files, attendance reports, and advising notes; gather, compile and analyze data; maintain student records in CTCLink, EJAS, and other systems
• Assist the Director in preparing and managing the WorkFirst budgets consistent with student need, college policies, and state and federal regulations
• Develop reports for internal and external sources
• Support other WFD programs and students, as needed
• Participate in WFD, Student Services, college, and local and statewide meetings, trainings, and events; participate in college system professional conferences, in-service activities, and committees
• Maintain a working knowledge of federal and state policies related to the WorkFirst program, including an understanding of DSHS programs, TANF eligibility, and public assistance; assist the Directors in updating and maintaining the WorkFirst policy and procedure manual
• Develop collaborative partnerships with community organizations serving low income, historically marginalized, and under-represented individuals and families; maintain an updated list of agencies, support services, and family resources
• Strategize and coordinate with the Workforce Development team and internal and external partners to improve services, leverage resources, and assist students in reaching their educational and employment goals
• Ensure areas of responsibility operate within the policies and procedures of the college and applicable governing agencies
• Assist college administrators with strategic planning efforts and other initiatives as necessary
• Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
• Sufficient combination of education, work, and lived experience to demonstrate ability to meet the following expectations (generally, competitive candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or higher and two or more years of educational counseling, case management, social work, advising or related experience in the community and technical college system)
• Work with individuals of varied ethnicity, ages, backgrounds, and abilities; including low-income, first generation, English language learners, historically marginalized, and under-represented college students; experience working with families/parents preferred
• Apply case management processes to advising students
• Use technology to improve services to students (e.g Microsoft Office programs; CTCLink, EJAS, or other specialized databases related to higher education)
• Use financial aid systems and track financial aid data
• Ability to navigate complex policies and procedures
• Work collaboratively in a team environment
• Experience with Opportunity Grant, Basic Food Employment and Training (BFET), WorkFirst, Worker Retraining, or other higher education workforce programs preferred
• Experience supporting English Language Learners in their transition to college programs preferred
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
• Due to the diversity of the college population, we encourage applicants who are multilingual
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Compensation & Work Schedule
Salary is $5,836 per month. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position. Typically, office hours are Monday-Friday from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. This position offers flexible hours and hybrid schedule. This is subject to change based on the institution and division requirements.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues at 1 day effective upon employment and vacation accrues at 25 days per year. We also offer 13 paid holidays and 4 paid personal days effective upon employment. Full time, exempt employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition, reduced childcare costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit: https://www.lwtech.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/
Required Online Application Materials
• Online application
• Current resume
• Cover letter
• Contact information for three(3) professional references
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process
Conditions of Employment
• Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
• Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks
Physical RequirementsAbility to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.Disability Accommodation LWTech follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person
Eligibility VerificationIf you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to workEEO StatementLake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the College’s Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to Meena Park, Vice President of Human Resources, Affirmative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.Jeanne Clery StatementNotice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech’s Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at https://www.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/.To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in the East Building at 11605 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland, WA 98034. Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES
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