Basic Education for Adults Gig Harbor Campus Navigator - Part-Time

Basic Education for Adults Gig Harbor Campus Navigator - Part-Time

Salary

$8,000.00 Annually

Location

Gig Harbor Campus, 3993 Hunt Street, Gig Harbor WA 98335, WA

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

26-25-TMP #MON

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Creative Arts, Literature, & Communications

Opening Date

09/24/2026

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NA

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Who We Are

Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with nearby mountain ranges and Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating and camping. Tacoma, Washington has been ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country, due to the increasing career opportunities, cultural diversity and community engagement, just to name a few.

Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup and Squaxin Island Tribes. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to Reservations to make way for colonizers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at a great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup and Squaxin Island people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well-being of our community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. Moreover, TCC stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the Black community by further strengthening collaboration with the Black Student Union as well as community entities such as the Tacoma-Pierce County Black Collective, the Tacoma Urban League, and local black-owned businesses. In addition, we strongly support the Stop Asian Hate movement and have an active Asian Pacific Islander Student Club as well as an Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Coalition. TCC is committed to developing more culturally responsive curricula by infusing and incorporating more educational content focused on the lives, experiences, and contributions of Native, Black, Asian, and other marginalized communities. We continually strive to become an anti-racist institution.

We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African- American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community. To this end, TCC seeks applicants who:

• Value intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching
• Welcome difference and model respectful interaction with others
• Recognize and honor the important role that diversity brings to an educational community
• Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population
• Are committed to teaching in a community college setting
• Care deeply about student success
• Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Honor TCC's mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities
• Reflect the diversity of our community

Position Summary

The BEdA department includes a range of programs, including Adult High School Completion options (High School Plus [HS+] and GED), Basic Skills, English Language Acquisition (ELA), and I-BEST (Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training). These programs are delivered across both the Tacoma and Gig Harbor campuses, requiring strong coordination and collaboration to ensure a seamless and supportive student experience.

The BEdA Gig Harbor Navigator serves as the primary bridge between the Gig Harbor and Tacoma campuses, ensuring alignment of services, consistent communication, and strong collaboration among faculty, staff, and students across both locations. This position helps enroll students and connect them to resources, remove barriers to success, and ensure they receive coordinated support throughout their educational journey. It reports to the Associate Dean of Basic Education for Adults and the Dean of the Gig Harbor Campus. This position is in person and the navigator will need to be able to independently commute to the Tacoma and Gig Harbor campuses as well as offsite locations.

This position is part-time at 400 hours per year (weekly hours will vary). This position is for the Gig Harbor Campus.

Essential Functions

Strategic Outreach & Community Engagement Functions:

• Develop and execute a strategic community engagement and outreach plan to drive enrollment and increase awareness of BEdA programs at the Gig Harbor Campus.
• Collaborate with the BEdA student intern to research and map key community epicenters, local organizations, and community partners in the Gig Harbor area.
• Establish active presence and partnerships within key community locations (e.g., local nonprofits, community centers, libraries, workforce centers, and faith-based organizations) to recruit prospective adult learners.
• Work with the Associate Dean of BEdA and the Data Analyst to collect outreach metrics and enrollment trends from community engagement efforts to continually refine recruitment strategies.

Advising Functions:

• Promote effective and inclusive onboarding of BEdA students by being a part of the intake and orientation team for BEdA.
• Collaborate with student services, staff, and faculty to place students into appropriate levels of study and monitor student progress and participation.
• Advise prospective participants regarding program-specific processes and potential academic and vocational options.
• Provide consistent, ongoing advising and support to students utilizing various modes of communication.
• Assist students with developing and transitioning into secondary and post-secondary educational plans.
• Work collaboratively to design and deliver group advising sessions and workshops including quarterly Educational Planning Day sessions.
• Utilize student engagement programs such as Civitas, Inspire, and early alerts to provide timely supports.

Navigating Functions:

• Promote student access, retention, and diversity by fostering a sense of community and belonging for BEdA participants and acting as a liaison to student support services.
• Initiate appropriate interventions for students who are experiencing academic or non-academic difficulties.
• Connect students with appropriate academic and funding resources when transitioning to college or career.
• Build relationships with students, college staff and community partners that foster self-efficacy to increase persistence and success for underrepresented populations.
• Evaluate incoming high school transcripts and placement scores for the HS+ program.
• Communicate individual student requirements to faculty and maintain and submit accurate records for state reporting.
• Coordinate class scheduling for students taking an ABE subject and a college-level subject.
• Demystify college processes including assessment scores, placement, basic financial aid processes and other funding options.

Programmatic Functions:

• Develop and maintain student records and reports as required by the college and other agencies, including tracking of I-BEST and career pathway program outcomes such as program completions, persistence data, GPA, employment and transition to further training/academic programs.
• Work with the associate dean of BEdA and data consultant to prepare and report student records and program data via college and agency reporting systems.
• Participate in committees, taskforces, and events which build and promote the targeted initiatives and goals of the college.
• Keep current on changes to high school graduation requirements (credit and non-credit) and attend local and state HS+ trainings.
• Collaborate with other staff and faculty to develop student education plans.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Evening hours required to support evening ELA students and support evening BEdA testing and orientation sessions.

Qualifications

TCC strongly encourages individuals who have followed a non-traditional educational path to apply.

Education to Experience Equivalences:

Associates Degree = 2 years | Bachelors Degree = 4 years | Masters Degree = 6 years

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited college.
• Experience in advising and guiding students through their educational pathways.
• OR equivalent education and/or experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, email, and remote communications tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with historically underrepresented and non-dominant adult populations.
• Previous experience working in a Basic Skills Program.
• Bilingual

The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate

• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders: students, staff, faculty, community partners and the general public.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in complex systems.
• Commitment to serving the needs of historically underrepresented populations, including but not limited to low-income populations, limited-English speakers, and those experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, substance abuse and other barriers to education and employment.
• Excellent customer service skills both in person and remotely including establishing, building and maintaining internal and external relationships that promote student success.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability and willingness to serve diverse populations.
• The ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• The ability to manage confidential information appropriately.
• An appreciate of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to an equitable and inclusive workplace.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, colleagues, staff, and community stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to professional growth.

Required conditions of employment:

• The finalist for this position will be subject to a criminal background check prior to the start of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily prevent employment, but will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by HR staff.
• Tacoma Community College has no responsibility or obligation 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.

Application Process

Application Materials

Complete application packages must include the following.

• Tacoma Community College online application.
• Resume and Cover letter - In your cover letter, describe how your background and experience align with the responsibilities and qualifications for this position.

Terms of Employment

This hourly position is bound by the WAC 357-04-045 provisions above. Schedule varies depending on quarterly needs at 400 hours per year (weekly hours will vary). Must be available for evening placement testing and orientations as required throughout the quarter. Work location is primarily at the Gig Harbor Campus, but will be required to regularly attend meetings in Building 7 on the Tacoma campus and visit offsite locations. The salary range is approximately $8,000 annually. Tacoma Community College offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package for you and your dependents including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Life and long-term disability insurance plans; vacation, sick and personal leave; reduced tuition for the employee; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our employment page/employment benefits: https://www.tacomacc.edu/about/employment/. A collective bargaining agreement exists and membership in the Washington Federation of State Employees or payment of a membership fee is available anytime upon employment. The layoff unit for this position is "All Other WFSE Classified".

Tacoma Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Patricia McCray Roberts, Title VII and Title IX, Building 14, 253-566-5051; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer, Building 7, 253-566-5328.Tacoma Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

Tacoma Community College

Human Resources

6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma WA 98466

http://www/tacomacc.edu/about/employment

The benefits information presented on this page is a summary of College provided benefits. This information is subject to change and is subject to the provisions of any legislative mandates and College policy changes. For more detailed information about Tacoma Community College (TCC) benefits, please do not hesitate to contact the College benefits coordinator at (253) 566-5024.

TCC offers a comprehensive benefits package which include medical, dental, life insurance, and long- term disability insurance through the Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB), along with retirement benefits through TIAA and the Department of Retirement System

Eligibility

Full-time faculty, classified staff, administrators and professional staff are eligible for benefits. Hourly employees and part-time faculty may be eligible for benefits if, and when, they meet specific criteria and are notified by TCC Human Resources.

Effective Date of Coverage

Coverage begins the first day of the month following the date of hire, or date of achieving eligibility status. If the date of hire is the first working day of the month, coverage begins immediately.

Health Insurance

Medical Plans

Eligible employees have several medical plan options to select from (provided by PEBB). Employees pay a monthly premium through payroll deduction.

Premium Rates Effective January 1, 2024

Resources:

PEBB Website

Medical Plan information

PEBB Medical Plan Comparison

Dental Plans

Employees choose from three dental plans. TCC covers the full dental premium for employees and enrolled dependents.

Resource:

Dental Plan Comparison

Vision

Covered under medical plan chosen.

Waiving Medical Coverage

If you have other employer-based medical insurance, Medicare or TRICARE, you have the option to waive PEBB medical coverage. Dental is mandatory for all eligible employees and cannot be waived, unless enrolled in dental coverage as a dependent under a SEBB (School District Employee Benefits Board) plan.

Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) & Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) & Limited Purpose FSA

FSA & DCAP accounts allow employees to set aside pre-taxed dollars to cover out-of-pocket health care and/or childcare expenses.

Members of WFSE (HE CCC) and WPEA, will be eligible to receive a $250 FSA card if employed as of November 1, 2023 with an annual full-time equivalent salary of less than $60,000, and is enrolled in a non-CDHP medical plan as of January 1 of the plan year that FSA funds are made available. This card is

issued by PEBB in the following January and does not count against the annual FSA limit, if enrolled in an FSA with Navia.

The Limited Purpose FSA is eligible for employees who are enrolled in a consumer-directed health plan (CDHP) that has a Health Savings Account. The Limited Purpose FSA is only for dental and vision expenses.

Resource:

Navia Benefit Solutions

Life Insurance

Benefits eligible employees, lawful spouse or same-sex domestic partner, dependent children under 26 years of age are eligible to enroll in life insurance. Coverage is effective first of the month following the date of employment for basic coverage; for optional coverage, amounts become effective the first of the month following approval date.

Basic Coverage: $35,000 Basic Term Life & $5,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) This is employer-provided at no cost to the employee.

Supplemental Life Insurance Coverage(s): Any supplemental term life insurance and AD&D coverage for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner, and family is available at additional cost to the employee.

Resource:

MetLife Life Insurance

Long Term Disability (LTD)

Basic LTD: Provides 60% of the first $400 pre-disability earnings, reduced by any deductible income at no cost to the employee.

Supplemental LTD: Supplemental LTD coverage to replace at 60% or 50% of full pre-disability earnings is available at an additional cost to the employee.

Resource:

PEBB Long-Term Disability Insurance

PAID LEAVE

Classified staff, Administrators, and Professional staff are eligible for paid vacation, sick leave, and personal leave, along with paid federal holidays. Classified Monthly vacation entitlement amounts can vary from 11.33 to 16.67 hours per month depending on the length of state service. Administrator/Exempt Professional vacation leave is 16.00 hours per month. Monthly sick leave entitlement is 8.00 hours per month based on 100% FTE position and will be prorated accordingly if less than 100% FTE. Annual personal leave entitlement varies depending on employee type. Full-time classified, administrators, and professional staff are paid for all federal holidays.

Full-time faculty receive 84.00 hours of paid sick leave per academic year along with 28.00 hours of personal leave. Full-time faculty are paid on an annual contract and do not receive pay for federal holidays.

Part-time faculty receive sick leave each quarter using a formula based on the total FTE% from the cumulative teaching contracts issued to them that quarter. They would receive 7.00 hours of personal leave if they are issued a multi-quarter appointment at the start of the academic year. Part-time faculty do not receive pay for federal holidays.

Part-time hourly and student employees receive 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked in a month (and fractions, thereof). Up to 40 hours of sick leave can carry over from one calendar year to the next.

If a part-time hourly or student employee is hired into a full-time position, the sick leave hours earned in the part-time position do not carry over to the full-time position. Part-time hourly and student employees are not paid for federal holidays.

Monthly entitlements are given at the beginning of the following month.

All employees in salaried positions may take up to five days of paid bereavement time off for the death of a family member. This is separate from the sick leave or vacation leave.

RETIREMENT

Retirement participation is mandatory for retirement benefit eligible TCC employees. Employees are offered a choice between two retirement plans and that choice is generally irrevocable while employed at TCC.

Classified Employees and (retirement eligible) Part-Time hourly:

Classified employees and eligible part-time hourly employees must choose between the Public Employees Retirement Systems (PERS) Plan 2 or Plan 3. More information about these plans can be found at this link: Department of Retirement Systems Plans

Faculty:

Faculty can choose to enroll in the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) with the plan administrator being TIAA or the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Plan 2 or Plan 3 administered by the Department of Retirement System (DRS). Prior history in any of these plans may limit current plan choice. Click here to compare TRS Plan 2, TRS Plan 3, and SBRP.

SBRP -TIAA - This is a Defined Contribution Plan. The employee contributes a mandatory defined amount and the state matches the employee's contributions. Contribution rates are based on age.

TRS Plan 2 - A 401(a) defined benefit plan. TCC and employee contribute a percentage of salary to fund the plan. Your monthly benefit at retirement will be based on your earned service credit and compensation.

TRS Plan 3 - A 401(a) hybrid plan with Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution components. The defined contribution portion of the plan is funded through mandatory employee contributions. The employee may choose between six contribution options. TCC contributes to Defined Benefit part.

Administrative/Exempt Employees

Administrators and Exempt employees may choose to participate in the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP), administered by TIAA, or the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Plan 2 or Plan 3, administered by the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Prior history in a Washington State Retirement Plan may limit plan choice. Click here to compare PERS Plan 2, PERS Plan 3, and SBRP.

SBRP/TIAA - This is a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. The employee contributes a mandatory defined amount and the state matches the employee's contributions. Contribution rates are based on age.

PERS Plan 2 - A 401(a) defined benefit plan. TCC and employee contribute a percentage of salary to fund the plan. Your monthly benefit at retirement will be based on your earned service credit and compensation.

PERS Plan 3 - A 401(a) hybrid plan with Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution components. The defined contribution portion of the plan is funded through mandatory employee contributions. The employee may choose between six contribution options. TCC contributes to Defined Benefit part.

PERS Rates Effective September 1, 2023

TRS Rates Effective September 1, 2023.

State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) - Contributions Rates:

Contributions are based on your age:

Voluntary Retirement Savings:

State Board Voluntary Investment Program (SBVIP):

SBVIP is a voluntary, optional, unmatched retirement savings plan, operating under Section 403(b) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), administered by TIAA. SBVIP participants may contribute on a pre-tax and/or after-tax (Roth) basis, up to the annual IRS limit and can start and stop their contributions at any time during employment. Contact Human Resources to start/stop contributions.

Deferred Compensation Program (DCP):

Tax-deferred savings plan administered by the Department of Retirement Systems. New Full-time employees are automatically enrolled in DCP 3 months after hire at a contribution rate of 3%. Employees are sent a notification letter within approximately 30 days of hire. This notice includes information about auto-enrollment and the necessary steps to take if one chooses to opt-out or make changes to their DCP enrollment. Contributions can be changed at any time during employment. Following the initial auto- enrollment possibility, employees would contact DRS to setup contributions and can contribute on a pre- tax basis up to the annual IRS limit.

Tuition Waiver

Administrative, Classified, Full-time Faculty, and Part-Time faculty employed for more than 50% FTE are eligible to register for space-available classes, up to 10 credits per quarter, with the State Employee Tuition Waiver program. Class registration and any applicable class fee will still apply. Click here for the Tuition Waiver form.

Liberty Mutual

PEBB members may receive a discount of up to 12% off Liberty Mutual's auto insurance rates and up to 5% off of Liberty Mutual's home insurance rates.

Contact Liberty Mutual at 1-800-706-5525 and mention that you are a State of Washington PEBB Member (client #8246) or visit a local Liberty Mutual office and let them know you are State of Washington PEBB Member (client #8246) for a quote.

Collective Bargaining Agreements:

WFSE Higher Education Community College Coalition: WFSE (HE CCC) CBA

WPEA Higher Education: WPEA CBA

WFSE Represented Exempt Bargaining Unit: WFSE-Exempt CBA

TCC Faculty Negotiated Agreement: TCC Faculty Negotiated Agreement

01

Which best describes your level of education?

• Attending HS / Obtaining GED or equivalent
• Professional certifications, college or other educational certifications
• High School graduate or equivalent
• Some College
• Associates degree from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters degree or higher from an accredited college or university

02

Which of the following best describes your level of proficiency with wordprocessing and spreadsheet software?

• None
• Beginning
• Intermediate
• Advanced

03

How many years of experience do you possess in advising and guiding students through their educational pathways?

• None
• Less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 6 years
• More than 6 years

04

Do you have experience working in a Basic Skills Program?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you speak, read, and write in other languages besides English? If so, please list below, if not put N/A

Required Question

Employer Tacoma Community College

Division Academic Affairs Address 6501 South 19th St

Tacoma, Washington, 98466

Website http://www.tacomacc.edu