About Us

We are a district of three distinct colleges—North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College—and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the passionate work of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as we work against systemic racism. Additionally, you will gain the rewarding experience of contributing to the success of an open-access learning institution that prepares students for life and work, fostering a diverse, engaged and dynamic community.

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice including, committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

Position Summary

Are you passionate about serving students? Have you contributed to a team focused on working with Workforce Education students? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our team, an equity-focused open-access college dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals. As a Workforce Education Academic Advisor, you will be responsible for being a key member of the team that helps Workforce Education students pursue their goals.

Workforce Education (https://northseattle.edu/workforce-education) supports a diverse group of students primarily with funding for tuition, books, and transportation while they are students at North Seattle College. We also provide wrap-around supports that help students achieve their educational goals in the face of difficulties they may experience while going to school. This position works closely with an established team that shares a vision of student success.

The Workforce Education Academic Advisor is embedded in the Advising Department (https://northseattle.edu/advising) and participates fully in both the Workforce Education and Advising teams. This position also acts as a liaison between the teams providing each with updates regarding the other. Flexibility is needed to juggle the demands of this dual role.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will enjoy competitive compensation as well as all the benefits as a Washington State employee. To learn more about our excellent benefits offerings please see our benefits overview here: Seattle Colleges Employment Benefits

Minimum salary for this position is: $57,667/yr. (depending on experience)

First review of application materials will begin on May 2nd, 2022.

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-SPS.

Application Procedures:

• Attached current Resume
• Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job
• Required application materials must be completed and submitted online

Notice to Applicants:
Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to remote operations, pending public health guidance. Per CDC and WA Public Health directions, at this time we will be practicing social distancing and holding interviews virtually using video conference or teleconference options. As such, if you are selected for interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.1, employees of higher education and healthcare institutions must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no later than October 18, 2021, unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. Updated information about how to provide proof of vaccination or request a medical or religious accommodation will be posted as soon as it is known.

What you will be working on:

• Advance equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) by incorporating an anti-racist and anti-oppressive lens into daily advising practice and advocating for historically marginalized students, organizing EDI activities, advocating for policy changes, community engagement, and/or self-advocacy.
• Assist students in understanding prerequisites for their chosen career pathway and assist with the development of educational, career, and life goals while assessing student progress towards degree or certificate requirements and make appropriate referrals for students in need of academic or personal counseling.
• Assist students with course selection and the development of individualized educational plans.
• Assist students with completing applications for graduation.
• Maintain positive working relationships with career training program coordinators, faculty, and other campus staff.
• Support and enhance a sense of belonging and success for students from traditionally marginalized populations.
• Keep the advising team up to date with changes in Workforce Education programs.
• Document activities, meetings with students and products developed for grant reporting purposes.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to facilitate communication between advising and other departments, including program mapping as it relates to Guided Pathways.
• Participate in the development of program priorities as a member of the NSC Advising and Student Success Services team.

What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in education, student development, psychology, human relations, or related field.

• Two years of experience in an educational setting supporting students’ progress toward their educational goals.
• Experience with advising, counseling, mentoring, coaching, or providing navigation services for students in pursuit of post-secondary educational goals.
• Proven track record of advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), such as organizing EDI activities, advocating for policy changes, community engagement, or self-advocacy.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines while being attentive to detail.
• Demonstrated experience with working effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds, such as racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, and with diverse physical and learning disabilities.
• Strong understanding of the concepts of institutional and structural racism and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities.
• Highly motivated, self-starter, flexible; ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Familiarity and proficiency with various technologies, including but not limited to student database systems and student success technologies.
• Prefer knowledge of Workforce Education programs and/or the Worker Retraining, WorkFirst, BFET, and Opportunity Grant programs.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform range of physical motions, exerting up to 25 pounds; lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.

Disability Accommodation

Seattle Colleges 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

Notice of Non-discrimination Statement

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of “bullying” behaviors, including “cyber bullying”.

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the college’s Director of Legal Compliance:

1500 Harvard Avenue Seattle, WA 98122-3803

(206) 934-3873

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.

Background Check Statement

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WA HB 2327.