<p>Job Description:</p> <p>BROAD FUNCTION</p> <p>The part-time Student Engagement Specialist will provide direct support to College Credit Now (CCN) students, focusing on academic success, college readiness, and seamless transition to post-secondary education. The position requires collaboration with OCC departments, high school partners, and families to ensure a high-quality student experience.</p> <p>PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <ul> <li>Provide individualized support to CCN students, with a focus on academic success, future planning, career exploration and post-secondary readiness. </li><li>Facilitate early college and career exploration activities that align with OCC's academic offerings and workforce pathways. </li><li>Act as a liaison between CCN students and OCC offices (i.e. Admissions, Financial Aid, Learning Center, Library, Student Coach & Advising Network, and Career & Transfer Services). </li><li>Maintain a consistent presence within partner high schools to provide in-person guidance and support. </li><li>Other related duties as assigned to support program goals and student success. </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>Associate's degree from an accredited college, university, or foreign equivalency. </li><li>Experience working with high school and/or college students in an advising, coaching, or student support role. </li><li>Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders including students, families, school personnel, and higher education professionals. </li><li>Ability to travel to partner school districts throughout Central New York. </li></ul> <p>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, university or foreign equivalency. </li><li>Knowledge of dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment, or early college programming. </li><li>Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and another language will be considered. </li></ul> <p>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated ability to facilitate workshops, lead classroom visits, family information sessions, and district events about college and career readiness. </li><li>Experience providing individualized support, advising, or coaching in an academic setting. </li><li>Ability to build relationships with students, families, school personnel, and college staff/faculty; strong verbal and written communication skills tailored to diverse audiences. </li><li>Demonstrated reliability, adaptability, and strong attention to detail with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while working independently or past of a diverse team. </li><li>Willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel as required. </li></ul> <p>Additional Information:</p> <p>This is a 10-month (August - May), part-time (25 hours/week) position.</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <ul> <li>To be considered, please submit a resume and cover letter at time of application. </li><li>The three (3) references listed on the application must be professional references, one of which must be a current or former supervisor. Finalists will be contacted prior to references being checked. </li><li>Offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, and official transcripts are required upon hire. </li></ul> <p>Please contact hr@sunyocc.edu if you have questions.</p>