TRIO Advisor

Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Salary: $4,219.00
Monthly

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Job Number: 26A034

Location: Kirkland,
WA

Department:

Closing: Continuous

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Priority review will be given to applications received by 2/4/26

Located just outside of Seattle,
WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in Washington
State, that provides students with the latest cutting edge skills relevant to today’s workplace. LWTech offers ten applied bachelor’s
degrees, more than 40 associate degrees and 93 professional certificates, in 43 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science,
Technology, Engineering, and Math.

LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on
the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college
is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo. Learn more about LWTech’s Mission,
Vision, Values, and Core Themes

LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and
inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value
diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that
will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College’s commitment to
diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council,
please click on the link.

Summary of Position:
The TRIO advisor will plan and implement TRIO program initiatives including support
services such as academic planning , career guidance, referral to tutoring, financial and academic workshops, to meet the educational goals
of students who meet the eligibility requirements of the program. Conduct these responsibilities in line with policies and procedures of the
college and the requirements specified in the respective grant application and amendments. This is an administrative position that reports
to the TRIO Project Director.

This position is subject to grant funding. If funding is available, there is a possibility of
extension

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plan and provide services to students with disabilities, low-income, and
  first-generation students so they can fully benefit from college instructional programs, student activities, and administrative
  support
• Educate the college community regarding the goals and objectives of the grant, including program participant
  eligibility
• Recruit enrolled students and successfully serve participants per grant guidelines
• Administer, interpret, and
  evaluate technical, academic and career assessments; provide advising, educational , and career planning for prospective and enrolled
  students
• Advise students regarding technical and academic courses, program admission procedures and prerequisites, degree
  requirements , transfer information, and related college information
• Provide intake to support advising and educational planning, to
  include a personal plan of support services to meet the needs of each program participant
• Provide students information regarding
  colleges policies and procedures
• Provide assistance in the completion of financial aid applications and referrals to alternative
  funding sources; collaborate with alternate funding sources and college staff on student needs
• Demonstrate strong active listening
  skills to understand and address student needs and concerns. Engage with students on a variety of emotional and stress-related topics,
  offering empathy and providing immediate support and appropriate on campus or community referrals
• Collaborate and cross train with
  TRIO staff members to support shared goals
• Manage TRIO LinkedIn page per college guidelines
• Provide individualized study
  skills appointments to aid students in building self-regulated learning techniques
• Develop, implement, and coordinate group
  activities and workshops to assist students in clarifying academic, financial, and career goals
• Present individual and group
  orientation sessions; facilitate early intervention strategies ; be a role model and a mentor for participants
• Advise and inform
  college staff and faculty regarding program services
• Respond to inquiries from prospective students, outside agencies, general
  public and other technical and community college personnel regarding the TRIO grants
• Ensure areas of responsibility operate within
  the policies and procedures of the college, the program, federal and state agencies
• Maintain comprehensive participant records and
  related program files; maintain database of student records for reporting services
• Assume and effectively discharge other duties as
  assigned
• Provide transfer advising to students applying to LWTech Bachelors programs or transfer
  institutions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree is required; preferably in education, social work, psychology ,
  or related field.
• Sufficient combination of education, work, and lived experience to demonstrate ability to meet the following
  expectations:
  • Provide effective advising and mentoring to a diverse population of students especially first-generation to college,
    low-income students, and students with disabilities
  
  
• Facilitate one on one and group sessions related to career
  discernment, financial literacy, and study skills
• Supervise hourly and student employees
• Mission-driven and passionate about
  programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds
• Experience with
  and ability to use multi-format technology for the successful completion of assignments, like: Microsoft office suite (including outlook),
  student management systems, social media, etc.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to
  explain college process to students clearly
• Demonstrate patience and calm when working with students experiencing stressful
  solutions
• Due to the diversity of the college population, we encourage applicants who are multilingual or have a disability or have
  a first-generation and /or low-income background to apply. TRIO alumni are encouraged to apply

SUPPLEMENTAL
INFORMATION

Compensation & Work Schedule
Salary is $4,219 per month. This is a
full-time, 32 hour per week position. Working hours are typically 7:30am – 4:30pm Monday through Friday; some evening and weekend hours as
needed.

Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are provided
as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues
at 1 day effective upon employment and vacation accrues at 25 days per year. We also offer 13 paid holidays and 4 paid personal days
effective upon employment. Full time, exempt employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition, reduced
childcare costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the
benefits offered at LWTech, please visit: lwtech.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/

Required Online Application Materials

• Online application
• Current
  resume
• Cover letter
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process

Conditions of Employment

• Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon
  employment
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
• Job offers are contingent upon
  successful completion of background/reference checks

Physical Requirements
Ability
to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and
stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.

Disability Accommodation
LWTech follows the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate office
  equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in
  person

Eligibility Verification
In compliance with the Immigration and
Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. LWTech does not currently sponsor
HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment.

Applicants considered for positions at
the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will
not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women
and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran
status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the College’s Affirmative Action
Policy may be directed to Meena Park, Vice President of Human Resources, Affirmative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.

Jeanne Clery Statement
Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In
compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College’s
commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current
campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3)
calendar years. LWTech’s Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online atwww.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/.To obtain a paper copy of the
report, please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in the East Building at 11605 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland, WA 98034.Pursuant to RCW
28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or
former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual
misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who
does not complete this form.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/lwtc/jobs/5198056/trio-advisor

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