College Completion Coach

The primary goal of the College Connection Coach is to establish relationships with a caseload of students at our Madison and Hancock area high schools to encourage and assist toward enrollment at Ivy Tech Community College.
The coach will increase the conversion rate of traditional age applicants to Ivy Tech and provide strategic guidance to high school students for a completion pathway to high wage/high demand employment.
The Coach will also assist with the assigned high school(s) and Ivy Tech stakeholders on dual credit/dual enrollment, while identifying gaps in dual credit/dual enrollment offerings that must be available to lead to an Ivy Tech credential/conversion.
Showing Ivy Tech as an outstanding and accessible option for many high school students, including those without a post-secondary plan, will be on the forefront of the Coaches referral plan.
This position will be a hybrid model that will include campus-based work along with travel to the assigned high schools.
This is a full-time position funded by the Perkins grant.
Continuation of the position is contingent upon availability of future grant funding.
This position will report to the Assistant Director of Admissions & Marketing.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Admissions Guide high school students without a post-secondary plan to possible career options that include workforce ready short-term training all the way through to associate degree options and beyond.
Utilize IvyConnect (CRM) to track efforts in the Ivy Tech application and conversion process.
Assist enrollment specialists in appointments during peak registration periods for the college.
Utilize Degree Tracker to determine students’ progress toward an Ivy Tech credential.
Complement services that may be available through the high school, college, or the community including career exploration services, admissions processes, financial aid and scholarship resources.
Utilize community resources that support student access and success in college.
Provide support for employer partnerships.
Coach students on the transitions from high school to Ivy Tech to work.
In conjunction with high school guidance counselors, support dual credit registration in the DualEnroll.
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Inform students of the Knowledge Assessment process.
Participate fully in all school activities targeted to students and parents logically associated with the college process.
Communicate closely and regularly with counselors at the high school.
Conduct all activities at the school within the guidelines of the respective school and state law.
Attend Ivy Tech on-campus recruitment programs, dual credit nights, new student orientation, and other programs associated with the coaches’ role.
Must stay current with Ivy Tech academic programs and resources, admissions and registration processes, career and high education trends, and requirements of the Indiana Department of Education.
The Coach will attend Ivy Tech meetings, training sessions, and other activities as necessary.
The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list.
Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate’s degree required.
Minimum two year of relevant professional work experience preferred.
Must be able to pass a background check and be able to work with high school age students.
Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects required.
Must possess excellent relationship building skills (phone, e-mail, and written) and experience in public speaking.
Proficiency in Microsoft Applications is required; experience with a Customer Relationship Management tool is preferred.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds, have a valid driver’s license, be willing and able to travel, and work a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends.
Experience in K-12 or college-level preferred.
Training or teaching experience with young adults preferred.
Must be able to maintain the ability to work in all assigned high schools.
Must demonstrate the ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status.
As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions.
Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.