Assistant Director Of Academic Advising (E)

Position Overview

Edmonds College is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The college values its talented, diverse workforce and seeks to attract, hire, and support employees who consistently and actively embrace diversity and equity. Edmonds College is an equal opportunity employer. Edmonds College invites all individuals to apply and as an equal opportunity employer, we also encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups to apply for this position.

Assistant Director Of Academic Advising

SALARY: $62,503.65-$70,194.52

LOCATION: Lynnwood, Washington

DESCRIPTION: Edmonds College’s Academic Advising department is seeking a mission-driven, student-centered Assistant Director. Academic Advising provides critical access, enrollment, progression, completion, and transfer strategies for Edmonds College’s diverse student population. The Assistant Director supports Edmonds College’s mission, 'Teaching - Learning - Community', by assisting in maintaining the operation and development of academic and career advising programs and services for the college. In addition, the Assistant Director develops and maintains culturally responsive practices and interventions that support the academic success of our diverse student body. The Assistant Director for Academic Advising works closely with Enrollment and Student Services and Engagement and Support Services areas including (but not limited to): Outreach and Recruitment, Admissions, Financial Aid, Credentials and Records, Testing & Placement Services, Career Action Center, Veterans Resource Center, TRIO, Counseling and Resource Center, Center for Student Engagement and Leadership, and Services for Students with Disabilities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Director of Advising in administering all aspects of college-wide Academic Advising programs and services. Collaboratively create and implement culturally responsive academic advising programs and services using the ctcLink systems and tools.
• Strengthen and maintain effective relationships and practices with Student Services, Instruction, and Workforce Development departments and divisions across the campus community.
• Co-facilitate regular advising staff meetings and cross-training opportunities, share information as appropriate, promote the development of ideas for improved service and efficiency, and encourage teamwork.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate Advising Resource Center front desk staff, creating performance goals that foster high quality customer service.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of full-time advising staff.
• Oversee and manage the Advising Center front desk area. This is to include but not limited to training, scheduling, monitoring, and filling in when necessary.
• Provide student advising in the Advising Resource Center as needed.
• Participate in the development, implementation of and training on advising technology tools, with a focus on optimizing functions in ctcLink, such as milestone checkpoints and early alert system.
• Coordinate and manage advising functions within ctcLink. Collaborate with program partners across campus. Run queries from ctcLink to create and disseminate data driven reports on related student success and retention.
• Collaborate with the Director of Advising to develop and maintain accurate and appropriate statistical data and reports for Academic Advising programs and services. Assess results to inform advising procedures and practices.
• Create and execute training/information sessions across campus with program partners and students. Evaluate effectiveness, make recommendations and lead efforts in process improvement.
• Attend and participate in college committees and departmental meetings as well as represent the college on community and state-wide groups as needed.
• Act as lead for ctcLink implementation and training for Advising processes and tools; evaluate access needs for direct reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned or delegated by the Director of Advising.

This is an exempt position reporting directly to the Director of Advising.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree OR equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Three years of experience within advising or related student services in a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated competency and experience working in a diverse environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, disabilities, gender/sexuality, and ethnic backgrounds and identities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of student development theories and practice.
• Demonstrated experience in managing, supervising, and evaluating staff.
• Ability to develop, implement, analyze and assess advising processes and services using data-informed approaches.
• Excellent verbal, listening, writing, problem-solving and interpersonal communication skills.

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is typically performed in an office setting, and onsite/in-person. This position requires one to sit at a desk/computer station, bend, stoop, walk and generally move around the office to consult with others, work within a busy environment and remain focused on tasks. The ability to use a telephone, personal computer, and other electronic technology is required. The ability to make sound judgments is essential. The ability to speak, hear, and write effectively is required.

COMPENSATION:

Salary is $62,503.65-$70,194.52 and is based on the Edmonds CC administrative/exempt salary schedule, plus a full state benefits package, which includes tuition waivers for college classes, medical, dental, retirement options and more. Vacation and leave package includes 12 sick days per year, 11 scheduled holidays, 1 personal holiday, and 24 vacation leave days per year.

FLSA Status:

The position is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act requirements.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.
• Criminal background check: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal 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.
• All new positions are contingent upon funding.
• At this time, Edmonds College does not sponsor H1-B Visas.
• Complete, sign, and submit Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct

APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

All applicants must apply online. No paper submissions or emailed materials will be accepted. Your online application must include the following documents in order to be complete:

• Cover Letter addressing your qualifications and interest.
• Current resume.
• Names and contact information for three references.
• For veterans’ preference, please scan and attach your DD214, Member-4 Form.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

Established in 1967, Edmonds College is a public, four-year, state college. It focuses on academic excellence, student success, and community engagement, which reflect the three aspects of its mission: Teaching | Learning | Community. It serves about 20,000 students annually, including more than 1,000 international students from more than 60 countries. The college offers nearly 70 associate degrees and 60 professional certificates in about 30 programs of study. Its highest enrolled programs are the Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degrees, Paralegal, Allied Health (pre-nursing degree), Business/Accounting, Construction Management, and Culinary Arts. The college is located in the center of the growing south Snohomish County communities of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, Mill Creek, Mukilteo, and Woodway. For more information, visit

EEO/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

The college provides equal opportunity in education and in employment per state and federal law. The college prohibits discrimination against any person due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), disability, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For questions about our nondiscrimination policy or gender equality and athletic teams, call our Title IX Compliance Officer 425.640.1814.

JEANNE CLERY STATEMENT:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of Edmonds College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, the College 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. Edmonds College’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at