Job Description:
The TRIO Student Support Services Coordinator/Student Engagement
& Success Coordinator
is a combined full-time position at the campus where duties and
responsibilities will be in both areas and hours may fluctuate
depending on specific needs to serving students. The Student
Support Services position is a grant funded position and continued
employment for this portion of the position is contingent on
continued grant funding.
Primary Responsibilities Student Support Services Coordinator
Under the direction of the Director, TRIO Student Support Services,
the Student Support Services Coordinator provides educational
advising and career/life planning, and assistance with student
registration processes and support services to first generation,
and/or low income, and/or disabled students in compliance with the
TRIO SSS Grant.
Primary Responsibilities Student Engagement & Success
Coordinator
Under the direction of campus Student Services leadership, the
Student Engagement & Success Coordinator will work directly
with targeted first-generation college students, in particular
recent high school graduates, to provide support and maximize
student success, retention and completion.
Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)
Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position.
Examples may include a Master’s Degree from an accredited
institution in education, counseling or related field, and two
years of experience working with populations similar to SSS
participants; demonstrated familiarity with college academic
requirements; demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of economically
and educationally disadvantaged students, or equivalent education
and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and
abilities to perform the functions of the position.
Demonstrated experience in programs that improve access and success
for underrepresented populations, including adult Learners, in
higher education essential.
Special Skills or abilities related to position: Ability to
administer and evaluation assessment testing; provide academic and
career/life counseling and mentoring; prepare and maintain
statistical data; strong written, verbal, analytical and
organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to positively interact
and engage students in an academic setting that is welcoming and
responsive to students’ academic and career goals. Strong
organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and
responsibilities.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles
reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams,
cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They
guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right
fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member
in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working
effectively with students, employees, and community members of all
backgrounds.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities
preferred.
*This is a grant funded position and continued employment the
position is contingent on continued grant funding.
Colorado Mountain College requires that employees perform their
assigned duties within the State of Colorado. The College
further expects employees to accurately report their work location
at all times. Failure to do so impairs the College's ability to
ensure compliance with tax, payroll, employment, information
security, and operational requirements.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants
must be authorized to work in the United States without the need
for current or future sponsorship.
Hiring range = $ 60,229.50 - $66,921.68 annual salary depending
upon a combination of education and experience. Benefits include
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Pet insurance, retirement
contribution, tuition reimbursement, annual & sick time, mental
health resources, healthy lifestyle benefits, affordable
transitional housing may be available to the successful candidate
based on eligibility and availability, relocation if applicable.
CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts
for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a salary range is
listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful
candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for
Equal Work Act.
Position anticipated to close on November 9, 2026 or until
filled.
Minimum Qualifications:
Essential Duties
Student Support Services (SSS) Coordinator
1.tDirect Support of Student Participants, including:
- Administers and interprets assessment tests for
applicants;
- Identifies, accepts, evaluates and/or makes student referrals
for program participants;
Assists program participants in educational and career/life
planning;
Advising and creating academic plans for program
participants;
•tPerforms risk assessments and personal guidance for program
participants;
•tEvaluates program participants progress;
•tPlans and implements field trips and academic events for
program participants;
•tPlans and implements workshops for program participants;
•tCoordinates and/or assists with tutoring programs;
•tIdentifies and trains tutors;
•tEstablishes and monitors peer mentoring program;
•tCollaborates with SSS coordinators located at other CMC
campuses in planning and implementing college transfer visits for
SSS participants;
2.tData Collection and Reporting, including:
•tMonitors and enters participant data and maintain participant
records;
•tPrepares and maintains program documentation;
•tAssists in developing program reports;
•tComplies with regulatory requirements;
3.t Program outreach, including:
•tAssists with developing and disseminating program
information;
•tPromotes services and programs at campus meetings and
events;
•tServes as program representative and coordinates with internal
and external parties;
•tWorks collaboratively with campus teams to support student
success.
4.tOther duties as assigned.
Student Engagement & Success Coordinator
1.tDirect support of targeted CMC students:
•tEstablish positive and trusting relationships with target
students.
•tAdvise and assist in academic planning with target
students.
•tAlong with student services team, coordinate and/or provide
services to support success, persistence and completion among
target population.
•tFacilitate student success by creating peer networks among target
students.
•tFoster student accountability, self-advocacy, self-awareness, and
effective use of resources.
2.tCampus Communication and Collaboration
•tSolicit student feedback to guide continuous improvement of
services.
•tCommunicate with campus student services leadership about the
progress and needs of target students.
3.tOutreach
•tMeet local senior high school students, and connect prospective
students to CMC admission processes, including financial aid,
academic advising, and academic and student support services.
•tCollaborate with community and campus partners to maintain and
strengthen student support network and training pipeline.
4.tOther duties as assigned.
Special Conditions of Employment
Successful completion of a background check including motor
vehicles records report is required. Incumbents in this position
will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado
Mountain College while performing all duties as assigned. The
Student Support Services position will require some travel and
evening/weekend hours.
The Student Support Services position is a grant funded position
and continued employment for this portion of the position is
contingent on continued grant funding.
Working Conditions
This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking,
standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling;
frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements;
occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50
lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to
reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is
performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and
driving a vehicle occasionally.
CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified
individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist
individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation
requests related to employment, including completing the
application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment
testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to
perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation
does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and
require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive
experience applying or interviewing for this position, please
direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources,
benefits@coloradomtn.edu
NOTE: This position description is intended to indicate the basic
nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of
typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all
positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor
does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.
Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the
ongoing needs of the organization.
Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the
institution’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental
stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations,
and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns
with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not
to compromise the needs of future generations.