Continuing Education Director jobs in Olympia, WA

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information regarding Evergreen’s non-discrimination policies or to report discrimination, please visit the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity webpage at www.evergreen.edu/equalopportunity or contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Officer at (360) 867-5371, Room 3102 Library Building, 2700 Evergreen Parkway NW, Olympia, WA 98505.

• Skill in coordinating and implementing academic and career advising strategies for part-time adult learners.
• Ability to effectively counsel and advise adult learners in areas of career switching, planning, and academic development.
• Knowledge of the career and academic advising principles and theories related to the retention and support of diverse adult and returning student populations.
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully in a multicultural, collaborative setting with coworkers, staff, faculty, students, the public, and customers of diverse backgrounds; ability to promote an equitable and inclusive workplace.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication, public relations, and customer service skills.
• Familiarity supporting students in professional positions who are coordinating with employers (such as state agencies or tribal enterprises) to advance their careers, including familiarity with internships, WorkSource, Prior Learning from Experience, etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of the economic, social, and cultural context that influence access to higher education for returning adult students.
• Knowledge of tuition waivers, WorkSource funding, employment vouchers, and other external funding sources.
• Understanding of career development theory.
• Initiative in problem solving and ability to organize and perform multiple tasks within expected timelines with periodic competing deadlines.
• Reliable, timely follow-through and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain composure and respond to difficult situations with a respectful and professional demeanor and serve as a leader in the facilitation of positive resolution in such situations.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions in complex situations.
• Ability to research, plan, and manage projects and events.
• Ability to analyze and use data for planning, including conducting and interpreting assessments of students.
• Ability to present to small and large groups of people.
• Ability to interpret technical and/or complex policies for general audiences.
• Proficient in the use of computer software, including Microsoft 365, Adobe, web content management, and databases for communication, scheduling, and reporting.
• Knowledge of the job search process, job market trends, occupational information sources, as well as that of graduate and professional school inquiries.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills to include active listening, excellent group presentation, respect for confidentiality of student advising sessions, and effective representation of the office and College to external groups.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks requiring a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in a busy service office with high student traffic.
• Ability to travel between the Olympia and Tacoma campuses, regularly work evenings, and occasionally work weekends.

• Master’s degree in education, Counseling, Student Personnel Administration, or another related field.
• Three years of professional work experience in higher education student services, i.e., adult education, multi-cultural student recruitment, academic advising, and/or career services.
• Professional experience working effectively with diverse communities.

• Experience advising students enrolled in online and/or professional education coursework.
• Experience working with non-traditional age students.

• Must provide proof of identity and employment eligibility within three days of beginning work.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Prior to an official offer of employment, a Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct form must be submitted to the college per RCW 28B.112.080. The college will contact current and past employers to verify this information. Applicants who provide inaccurate information in their declaration will be disqualified and, if the inaccuracies are discovered after the applicant has been hired, it shall be grounds for termination.
• Must be able to travel between the Olympia and Tacoma campuses, regularly work evenings, and occasionally work weekends.