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Interpret university and federal policies to provide research-based support and guidance to students.Collaborate with cross-campus departments to improve relationships and procedures that enhance experience for faculty, staff, and students.Disaggregate data to determine grant compliance and program effectiveness.Research, analyze, and present over 180 majors offered at the University of Washington to students.Present information to students, staff, and faculty to engage… Show more Interpret university and federal policies to provide research-based support and guidance to students.Collaborate with cross-campus departments to improve relationships and procedures that enhance experience for faculty, staff, and students.Disaggregate data to determine grant compliance and program effectiveness.Research, analyze, and present over 180 majors offered at the University of Washington to students.Present information to students, staff, and faculty to engage stakeholders in decision-making.Gather, analyze, and present data to demonstrate need and effectiveness of program to stakeholders.Participate in committees to increase awareness of program and support other departments with large events. E.g., College and department exploration fair, Research symposium, etc.Attend trainings on budget management and allocating funds to projects.Recruit, train, and supervise 12 mentors and provide coaching, feedback, support, and improvement plans to serve students efficiently and effectively. Perform daily duties while managing tight deadlines as well as long-term projects. Delegating when necessary to improve collaboration.Holistically support students utilizing student development theory background with social-emotional health, funding resources, academics, and advocacy skills while completing grant project goals in a timely manner with limited resources.Support a student intern and volunteers for multiple large- and small-scale events. Show less

Recruit 1,000 clients per year and support through admissions processes.Engage in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to recruit diverse students and provide opportunities for engagement with department leads to ensure retention efforts.Participate in hiring committees and create job descriptions to vet, select, interview, and recommend candidates for management and non-management positions.Create education plans to determine placement, best fit, and enrollment… Show more Recruit 1,000 clients per year and support through admissions processes.Engage in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to recruit diverse students and provide opportunities for engagement with department leads to ensure retention efforts.Participate in hiring committees and create job descriptions to vet, select, interview, and recommend candidates for management and non-management positions.Create education plans to determine placement, best fit, and enrollment updates.Collaborate with key stakeholders to foster success and retention.Complete financial aid applications with students from diverse backgrounds including marginalized communities of color and predominately low-income young adults.Interpret school and department policies to triage clients between departments.Manage daily operations and establish Welcome Center at the South Seattle College campus to improve and increase enrollment numbers.Utilize technology to simply processes and engage clients in the admissions processes.Present information on admissions, financial aid, and career pathways to young adults in the South Seattle area including high school completion programs. Show less

Work with undocumented/unaccompanied minors in a residential settingCommunity Service CoordinatorFacilitate workshops on Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills and Cultural Diversity Independent Living Skills group sessions on college readiness, college preparation, financial aid process, and admissions processes.Created and prepared quarterly reports and monthly reviews Served as a primary counselor for 1-3 youth at any given timeIn charge of treatment preparation… Show more Work with undocumented/unaccompanied minors in a residential settingCommunity Service CoordinatorFacilitate workshops on Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills and Cultural Diversity Independent Living Skills group sessions on college readiness, college preparation, financial aid process, and admissions processes.Created and prepared quarterly reports and monthly reviews Served as a primary counselor for 1-3 youth at any given timeIn charge of treatment preparation, grading, and documentation Show less

Prepare students for post-secondary educationEngage and motivate students to graduate high school and plan for collegeProvide alternative pathways for non-college seeking studentsCreate, develop, and implement lesson plans on a variety of topicsProvide resources and academic support to low-income, first-generation, students of colorPlan and execute college and career eventsManage a caseload of students and track progress in different areas

Advise students on post-secondary education optionsIdentify and retain at-risk studentsIdentify barriers for low-income and migrant studentsOrganize Financial Literacy and Financial Aid nights for underrepresented youth and familiesOrganize college fairs, scholarship nights, and reward educational accomplishmentsCoordinate educational field trips focused on STEAM careersHire and supervise tutors for after school program