College Readiness Liaison

Primary Purpose: The College Readiness Liaison will coordinate the college-going culture initiative on campus. The College Readiness Liaison will assist students in their investigation of postsecondary education/training options; provide education and career guidance and counseling, in an effort to assist students in achieving a smooth transition from childhood toward adulthood.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Bachelor's Degree Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting check Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of high school requirements, career advising, college admissions and the financial aid process Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to work with staff, parents, students and community Experience: Minimum of two years of relatable experience Major Responsibilities and Duties: The CRL is part of the guidance team that plans, implements and evaluates a comprehensive and balance program of guidance.

Use a planning process to define needs, priorities and program objectives of students as they transition from high school to the world of higher education or work (including military). Identify students eligible for advanced courses (AP and/or Dual Credit). Assist students in completing necessary Dual Credit paperwork.

Assist counselors with the dissemination of scholarship applications and the collection of scholarship data. Coordinate with business/college/agency partners for all college-related activities (College Fairs and Financial Aid Night). Coordinate college recruitment visits, plan college visits for groups of students. Work with guidance staff to ensure students meet all deadlines including standardized test registration, transcripts, application fee waivers and letters of recommendation.

Maintain records, gathers data and prepares reports as required for program administration. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Participate in staff development and professional organizational activities to improve job related skills. Organize creating a vision program in the summer where students take tours of 3 local colleges.

Teach a course designed for seniors in the Fall semester and in the Spring for juniors to work on the college application process to include test prep, scholarship application and essay writing while earning local credit. Maintain confidentiality. Daily attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the job. Perform other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Frequent telephone use, standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolong periods of sitting, walking, standing, bending, and stooping Motion: Long periods of arm, hand, finger movement Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (up to 40+ lbs.)

Environment: Frequent district-wide travel Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, effective management and public relation skills, and ability to maintain emotional control under stress This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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