Pathway Coach - PT

About SUNY Orange:

Orange County Community College (SUNY Orange), located in the scenic Hudson Valley, is a multi-campus College with locations in the cities of Middletown and Newburgh, NY. We proudly claim the distinction of being the first county-sponsored New York State Community College. And, for over 70 years, SUNY Orange has been the primary workforce provider and educational resource for residents of Orange County and neighboring counties.

Our students come from all walks of life and are committed to their education and career development. Our graduates speak highly of a curriculum that challenges them and prepares them upon graduation to be competitive and successful if they are directly entering the workforce or to thrive when they transfer to four-year institutions. SUNY Orange values diversity, has been certified as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has been named a Military Friendly college.

The College seeks dynamic individuals eager to engage in thoughtful, energetic and impactful leadership, and to help shape the future of a College that is respected within its community. If you desire the opportunity to mold the members of our diverse student body into the accomplished professionals and leaders they wish to become, crave an administrative atmosphere where creativity and forward-thinking ideas are welcomed, and are willing to roll up your sleeves to make it all happen, we encourage you to consider joining our College community.

Job Description:

The Pathway Coach works collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive and student-centered environment, with students of various learning styles, identities and life experiences. As a representative of one or more of the seven communities, this position centers on clearing the path for students to graduate, with targeted strategies to meet the needs of Hispanic and low-income students. The Pathway Coach will help students gain access to resources when most needed. Programming is focused on student skill development in time management, long-term planning, study skills, and self-advocacy to support academic retention and completion. Through individual and group advisement, the Pathway Coach will ensure that students utilize the resources that have been recommended and monitor their impact on student success. Emphasis is placed on making student referrals to appropriate services that foster collaborative support from multiple departments.

The Pathway Coach will serve as a support system to the academic departments to ensure that students graduate from College, explore vocational opportunities, and find their career path. Travel between both campuses and other sites, as needed. Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the program, including evening, and some weekends, is essential.

Requirements:

Education Required: Bachelor's Degree or higher.

Experience Required: One year of experience working with students/client advocacy with a focus on education and/or personal growth.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Experience with developing, conducting and evaluating educational programs.
• Experience Implementing tools to track student progress towards academic and personal goals and/or student success.
• Knowledge of higher education, training and vocational programs.
• Knowledge about community and College resources.
• Experience working with low-income, first-generation populations.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to complete tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
• Proactive problem solver that demonstrates initiative and the ability to work individually and in a team setting when necessary.
• Ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with supervising personnel, coworkers, all constituents and the public.
• Perform well under pressure, within time constraints, with a high degree of accuracy, diplomacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to coordinate work flow while dealing with multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to present complex information and data in coherent fashion.
• Bilingual-Spanish.

Additional Information:

Deadline for Applying: Open until filled

Position begins: As soon as possible

Salary: $25-$27 per hour (commensurate with experience and education), requiring 29 hours per week. Pathway Coaches are expected to work a minimum of four days per week, with a consistent schedule during morning to late afternoon hours, and one evening per week to support student needs and program operations.

Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu.

Application Instructions:

Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References: Include three (3) professional references (including names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses). References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate.
• Orange County Community College values a diverse and inclusive community. Please include in your cover letter an answer to the following questions:
• How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career?
• How would you bring that insight into your position at the college?

Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. Applicants may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at www.naces.org to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by applicant or educational institution are not acceptable.

All applicants must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications.

Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation.

Returning Applicants - Login to your SUNY Orange Employment Account to check your completed application.