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Central Washington University · 22 hours ago

Computer Science Outreach and Onboarding Counselor

Ellensburg, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$45K/yr - $63K/yr

3+ years exp

Central Washington University is recruiting a Computer Science Outreach and Onboarding Counselor to join their Transfer Center team in Des Moines, Washington. This role focuses on providing pre-admission advice and transition onboarding for prospective and incoming Computer Science students, while also supporting general first-year and transfer students. The counselor will engage in outreach efforts to increase student recruitment and retention, and will work collaboratively with various campus constituents.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Missy Davis

Responsibilities

Provide pre-admission advice and transition onboarding for prospective and incoming students

Recruit Computer Science students, while also supporting potential first-year and transfer students

Assist with application assistance, degree planning support, and providing basic information on general education requirements

Conduct outreach to Western Washington high schools, community colleges, and community-based organizations

Help increase the number of incoming students, especially in Computer Science, and improve retention and degree completion rates

Qualification

Bachelor's degreeHigher education experienceCustomer relations management softwareFluency in SpanishPresentation skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsWork independentlyMentoring experience

Required

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Ability to travel and work irregular hours extensively, including late nights, early mornings, evenings and weekends

Possession and maintenance of a current, valid driver's license and the ability to drive in all weather conditions

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time (driving, fairs, etc.)

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Strong presentation skills, including presentation software experience

Demonstrated experience with large, complex information systems

Demonstrated ability in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, online videoconferencing, and email software to produce written correspondence, create and maintain spreadsheets, receive and respond to inquiries, tasks, or conduct meetings

Demonstrated ability to work independently to accomplish tasks and projects

Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds, and experiences

OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position

Preferred

Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Two or more years of documented higher education experience in admission, advising, registrar, and/or other related student services

Demonstrated experience with customer relations management software (e.g., Slate)

Experience providing services for prospective students from high schools, community colleges and/or four-year universities

Experience providing preparation and transition services for transfer students or knowledge and background in admissions, transfer articulation, and/or advising practices and procedures

Demonstrated participation in programs designed to promote belonging and sense of community

Experience mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds

Fluency in Spanish

Demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education

Benefits

Medical, dental, life and disability insurance

Retirement and optional savings plans

Tuition assistance for you and your dependents

Discounts across town

An employee assistance program for individualized counseling

A wellness incentive program

CWU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, life and disability insurance, along with vacation and sick leave plans depending on employment classification.

Company

Central Washington University

Central Washington University, or CWU, is a publicly assisted university in Ellensburg, Washington in the United States

Founded in 1891

Ellensburg, Washington, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.cwu.edu/

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