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The Student is….

The most important person at MTC

Without students, there would be no need for our positions.

….not a cold enrollment statistic,

But a flesh and blood human being with feelings and emotions like our own.

…not someone to be tolerated so we can do our thing.

The student is our thing.

*This is a grant-funded position through September 2028

POSITION SUMMARY

The person in this position will work closely with MTC’s Director of College Credit Plus, the RPED Transfer Advisor, and MTC’s Admissions Office to help attract rural high school students to MTC’s CCP program and to MTC’s programs after graduating high school. Responsibilities include communicating information about MTC's programs and Transfer Pathways to current and prospective students.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Advise and develop career pathways for Early College Students from assigned high schools to complete an associate degree and/or enroll in a college after high school graduation.
2. Demonstrate ability to network and promote MTC’s programs with outside organizations and agencies; develop education relationships; and possess exceptional organizational skills to manage and continue high school students matriculate to MTC or to a post-secondary transfer pathway partner college.
3. Work with program advisory committees to support MTC’s programs and transfer pathways.
4. Assist with the coordination for articulation of department programs with high schools, colleges, and universities, including Tech Prep programs. Maintain knowledge about all department activities, and a general understanding of MTC's programs and courses. Promote the program career areas and disseminate appropriate information. Network and create partnerships with employers, organizations, and other companies within the College's service area to promote and support the college.
5. Develop and maintain a team-based, customer service culture. Monitor departmental activities and customer satisfaction. Identify areas for improvement and implement a constructive plan to meet customer service standards.
6. Maintain and make available a current schedule to accommodate student learning and advising needs, including office hours, on- and off-campus meetings, classes, etc. Maintain flexibility to meet instructional classroom schedules at the facility and visit off-campus sites, as needed.
7. Assist faculty and staff to develop an educational plan to fulfill College and professional goals. Participate in developing and implementing in-service programs. Participate in Program and College activities to enhance teaching, learning, and support services provided to students, including student academic achievement in accordance with the College-wide Assessment, Strategic, and Department Plans.
8. Create and pursue a plan to develop professional opportunities within the scope of work responsibilities, department, and College objectives, which may include higher educational degrees, certifications, and advance current knowledge of and practice in the discipline. Demonstrate self-motivation and ability to research and continually update knowledge and skills, as well as provide input and accept additional and changing work responsibilities.
9. Maintain liaison with colleagues in other institutions and actively participate in professional associations. Attend on- or off-campus College meetings and serve on departmental and College committees as assigned by the supervisor.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This full-time position is fully grant-funded through September 30, 2028. The position may be funded beyond the grant funding through enrollment growth in the program. Language in grant application: Responsible for working with rural high schools, students and families to disseminate information on pathways. The Advisor will work closely with the Director of College Credit Plus. Additionally, this individual will specialize in advising students from rural demographics as they pursue postsecondary education at MTC

QUALIFICATIONS

The RPED pathway advisor is a full-time position. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree and have a combination of experience in admissions, recruiting, or College Credit Plus. The Pathway Advisor must exhibit excellent English, communication, and composition writing skills. Proficiency in Microsoft® Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) with excellent computer and related technology skills is required. The RPED Pathway advisor will also demonstrate an ability to work independently and complete projects with minimal direction and oversight. Willingness to work an irregular schedule as assigned. Ability to successfully pass background checks, including FBI/BCI, prior to and after employment. A valid driver’s license or dependable transportation is required.

ADA SPECIFICATIONS

This position is classified as Staff and will perform various administrative and teaching functions for the College, primarily in an office setting or classroom. Further information may be obtained from the Office of Human Resources.

DISCLAIMER

Any other duties deemed appropriate may be assigned - The duties and responsibilities defined above are not an all-inclusive list, but a general summary of typical duties. Individuals in this position may be asked to perform a wide range of related tasks, within the scope of their education or certification, to ensure that the highest levels of educational services are provided. We all share the responsibility of doing whatever is required to make Marion Technical College a great place to be - for an education and for a career.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Submit a cover letter, resume/vita, and three professional references for the position; a single PDF file with all required application materials is preferred in the “attach/upload resume section” of the application.

Marion Technical College is an equal-opportunity employer.