Transfer Preparation Coordinator

Responsibilities

• COMPREHENSIVE TRANSFER ADVISING & STUDENT SUPPORT
  Promotes the California Community College transfer pathway as a viable and Designs activities and services to increase opportunities for prospective trans transfer to four-year postsecondary institutions by Providing guidance and support to prospective transfer students—delivers individual and group advising services and maintains relationships with a group of K-14 students at the assigned school site—assists program participants in navigating the college transfer admission process and completing their college and financial aid applications. Develops student academic plans to ensure competitive postsecondary admission eligibility—reviews academic transcripts of program participants and advises program participants on undergraduate eligibility requirements and transfer admission policies. Designs and implements grade-appropriate transfer prep workshops, curricula, materials, and activities. Implements and facilitates program recruitment—organizes student recruitment events that will yield the required number of Transfer Prep participants in alignment with statewide standards. Plans college visits and other transfer activities. Develops and maintains relationships with parents/families to support student academic success and access to higher education—provides guidance and resources to aid students and their families in making the best decision concerning the students’ postsecondary educational and career options.
• SUMMER ENRICHMENT LEADERSHIP & PLANNING
  Designs and leads summer academic enrichment programs that expose students to a college setting and support exploration of different careers and fields of study. Supervises student interns and peer mentors.
• DATA MANAGEMENT & SERVICE ASSESSMENT
  Produces program reports, collects student data for annual reporting requirements, maintains accurate records, and documents participant engagement and academic progress. Reviews data about their assigned school to better understand the transfer needs of Transfer Prep participants and the school.
• STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS & SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT
  Develops collaborative relationships with other college preparation programs and K-14 higher education personnel. Develops and maintains relationships with school administrators, counselors, and teachers. Serves on department, organization, and external committees, workgroups, and coordinating bodies. Participates in strategic and program planning to improve the school’s college-going culture and transfer awareness.
• CONTINOUS LEARNING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
  Keeps abreast of trends in K-14 academic preparation and college access, particularly changes to transfer pathways and issues related to low-income and first-generation college populations. Draws upon training and professional development opportunities to improve the quality of existing activities and services.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience and/or training3+ years of professional experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding post-secondary opportunities and careersStrong knowledge of up-to-date information on transfer pathways and higher education policies and issues. Ability to assess their impact on program strategiesKnowledge of K-12 and higher education institutions (UC, CSU, CC, etc.), admissions and financial aid requirements, and the ability to interpret policies and procedures to youth, parents, and school representatives. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contactsStrong knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements Demonstrated cultural competency with respect to race, ethnicity, and socio-economic statusStrong communications (verbal and written) and interpersonal skillsSignificant experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careersDemonstrate organizational and program coordination skills, including the ability to set priorities and work on several projects simultaneouslyAbility to work both independently and as a part of a team Must be available for occasional work outside of normal business hours including some evenings and weekends
• Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree and 5 to 7 years of equivalent experience/ training or combination of education and/or experience working with high school and community college students 3+ years of professional experience working at a community college and/or advising community college studentsKnowledge of youth and adolescent development theory, including issues facing low-income, first-generation urban youthStrong working proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Qualtrics