TEST SBEarly College Outreach Specialist (Student Success)

Responsibilities

• Assist the Assistant Dean, Student Success with the recruitment, registration, and retention of high school students taking early college courses at MVCC.
• Provide guided academic pathways coaching for dual‑credit students, including assistance with course selection, transferability, and interpretation of placement test scores.
• Inform students about campus resources available to dual‑credit/enrollment students and refer them to those resources.
• Plan and deliver presentations to students and families at district high schools, college fairs, and on‑campus events to support and promote dual‑credit/enrollment.
• Provide outreach and support to high‑school counselors regarding college advising, dual‑credit course selection, and student support.
• Work alongside the coordinators of the MACS Partnership to ensure high‑school counselors are informed about MVCC dual‑credit curriculum, pathway opportunities, and dual‑credit policy and procedures.
• Collaborate across various college departments, including MVCC faculty, to enhance dual‑credit student advising and recruitment.
• Assist high schools with the enrollment process for dual‑credit/enrollment and with students transitioning to MVCC after high‑school graduation.
• Attend scheduled evening and weekend events; travel within the community‑college district as needed.
• Acquire expertise in the college catalog, programs, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain familiarity with school‑district course offerings and policies for dual‑credit students.
• Remain current on advising best practices, statewide and national P‑20 initiatives, and the Illinois Dual Credit Quality Act.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to pursue several projects simultaneously while delivering quality results.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work effectively with staff at all organizational levels.
• Experience conducting group presentations, workshops, or training sessions.
• Ability to relate to a variety of student populations and learners.
• Knowledge or experience with college‑level first‑year transition programming, including orientation and online class curriculum.
• Demonstrated dedication to students and commitment to excellence in creating and providing student support services to ensure student success.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel occasionally to schools.