TRiO Upward Bound Academic Advisor

Salary : $52,803.00 Annually

Location : Moses Lake, WA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 25-46

Division : Student Services

Department : TRiO Upward Bound

Opening Date : 07 / 29 / 2024

Position Summary

Big Bend Community College (BBCC), a rural college serving vibrant, culturally rich communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington invites applications for an Academic Advisor in the college's TRiO Upward Bound Department.

Join our dynamic team at Big Bend Community College! We are seeking a dedicated individual for a full-time, grant-funded, 12-month position with our renowned Upward Bound Program. This federal TRIO program, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, empowers first-generation and low-income students to develop the skills needed for college enrollment and success.

Since 1967, Big Bend Community College has proudly hosted TRIO Upward Bound, making it the longest-running program of its kind in Washington State. Each year, we impact the lives of 115 high school students from Moses Lake High School, Othello High School, Royal High School, and Warden High School.

Be a part of this historic and transformative program and help shape the future of these bright students!

This is a full-time, 12-month, grant-funded position. This position is dependent upon continued grant funding.

Under the supervision of the TRIO Upward Bound Director, the Academic Advisor will provide vital academic and personal advising to our participants year-round. Your guidance will be crucial in ensuring their successful completion of high school and their journey toward earning a two or four-year college degree. Help us empower the next generation of leaders and achievers!

BBCC's organizational strength is captured in our small but mighty spirit. A small college taking on BIG things to enact BIG change to lift our students and employees. We are dedicated to extending postsecondary access to all our service district members and providing an environment for all to grow personally and professionally, steered by our mission and vision.

Vision : To become our communities' first choice to dream, learn, and succeed.

Mission

Serve as a Bridge

Stand as a Leader

Support for Success

Our guiding principles are a call to action, establishing a standard for how we interact with each other, present BBCC in the community, serve students AND act upon areas of inequity.

Guiding Principles

Honor our Role as a Hispanic-Serving Institution

Advocate for Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity

Embrace our Workplace Norms

Innovate Proactively

Model Integrity

Educate All

If you share these values, we encourage you to come be a part of the movement happening at Big Bend Community College.

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by December 3, 2025 . Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

Essential Job Duties

Primary essential duties and responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following :

• Travel to Othello and Royal High Schools each week during the academic year to provide direct support to students.
• Actively inform target schools, communities, and potential stakeholders about the exciting services the program offers. Develop strong working relationships with school administrators, counselors, teachers, parents, community agencies, and BBCC personnel to enhance program success. Create and implement a dynamic plan to identify, recruit, select, and retain eligible students within target schools. .
• Assist students in creating a comprehensive high school and beyond plan, including course selection and academic goal setting. Provide participants with career awareness and planning through engaging interest inventories and related assessments. Offer one-on-one assistance to participants and their parents with college admissions, financial aid, and scholarship applications.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of student records in both hard copy files and electronic systems.Regularly monitor students' academic progress, attendance, and discipline records, providing necessary interventions to support success. Assist in the planning, delivering, and supervising academic year and summer academy services to enhance student learning experiences.
• Regularly monitor students' academic progress, attendance, and discipline records, providing necessary interventions to support success. Collaborate with the TRiO team to innovate, plan, and develop new approaches to services and processes. Plan,coordinate, and participate in monthly Saturday educational, social, and enrichment events and / or workshops that promote college access, enrichment experiences, and life skills.
• Maintain positive leadership, ethical / professional conduct, and confidentiality of program participant information.
• Assist in selecting, training, and monitoring TRIO Student Ambassadors.
• Assist in supervising student activities and events, including field trips, during both academic and summer components.
• Assist with data collection and the completion of the APR (Annual Performance Report) and federal grant application
• Assist in evaluating program services and perparing federal grant reports and applications.
• Help maintain the program webpage and all other social media communication outlets to keep the community informed.

OTHER WORK RESPONSIBILITIES :

DUTIES OF THE POSITION REQUIRE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN, AND ABILITY TO :

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

At time of application, all candidates must possess the following :

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :

Application Instructions

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by December 3, 2025. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following :

NOTE : You must complete the online application in full and respond to the required supplemental questions. Failure to provide this information or responses of "See Resume" may eliminate you from consideration for this position. The college reserves the right to remove documents, submitted but not requested, by BBCC as part of the application process. These documents include, but are not limited to statements of teaching philosophy, diversity statement, letters of recommendation, student evaluations, performance evaluations, etc.

BBCC reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion.

This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and / or modified, at any time, without notice.

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete the questions.

Prior to employment, 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 the position.

An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of Big Bend Community College to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Official transcripts must be provided to the college upon hire.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION :

Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, and / or grievances to the Vice President of Human Resources & Labor / Equal Opportunity Officer / Title IX Coordinator / Section 504 Coordinator, BBCC 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837; 509-793-2026 or via email at .

DRUG AND ALCOHOL-FREE CAMPUS :

In compliance with state and federal regulations, BBCC is committed to a safe and drug and alcohol-free campus. Employees are expected to comply with BBCC's policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety. The complete policy and procedure are available to view on the of the BBCC website. Printed copies of the policy and procedure are available by contacting the Human Resources Office at 509-793-2008.

BBCC ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT :

BBCC strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students, employees, and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent-three year period, and other information is available on the of the BBCC website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials please contact Campus Safety and Security at 509-793-2286.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY :

Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, marital status, pregnancy status or families with children, a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS / HIV or hepatitis C, genetic information, and / or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification.

Big Bend Community College provides a robust benefit package. The benefits, programs, and services offered are a sizable amount of an employee's overall compensation and an important factor in encouraging a healthy work-life balance.

Our package includes health, vision, prescription drug, and dental insurance for the employee and dependents. There are several plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. Additional insurance coverage, like auto insurance, is available to state employees at reduced rates. Visit Washington Health Care Authority's Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB) Program at

We will help you prepare for life after your career by offering an excellent retirement plan, which includes employer contributions. In addition, employees have the option to participate in two tax-deferred retirement investment programs.

Leave benefits include 12 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and vacation accrual of 12-24 days of vacation per year.

Big Bend encourages staff development, and personal and professional growth. Internal and external opportunities for training and development are offered each year to build employee competencies and develop leadership capacity. Participation in the State Employee Tuition Waiver program provide further potential for personal and career growth.

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Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college in education, psychology, social work, or a related field?

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Do you have at least two years of experience working with low-income and / or academically disadvantaged youth?

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Do you have a valid Washington State driver's license and proof of car insurance?

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Describe your experience providing students with academic, career, and / or personal advising. What intervention skills and strategies did you utilize in these experiences that are relevant to supporting students in navigating challenges, accessing resources, or overcoming personal obstacles.

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