Ivy Tech

Assistant Director K-14 Initiatives

Sellersburg, IN Full time
Provide leadership for the organization, recruitment, and retention of Dual Credit students. The liaison serves as the primary contact for outreach initiatives and communication between participating high schools, counselors, and students. Works in partnership with Director of Admissions, the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs and the Director of Secondary Initiatives to provide ongoing support for Dual Credit/Enrollment and Early College programs.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Cultivate relationships with Dual Credit Administrators
  • Serve as point of contact for outreach efforts for area high schools
  • Ensure that High School Dual Credit students receive academic support and are equipped with the appropriate guidance to succeed in Dual Credit as they transition to the college environment, i.e. Admissions, Financial Aid
    Establish consistent communication with Dual Credit students via email in order to transition them to degree/certificate Ivy Tech students utilizing CRM database.
  • Work closely with high school counselors/liaisons for referrals
  • Coordinate and implement DC parent night at area High Schools
  • Provide Career pathways to convert high school dual credit students to degree seeking or certificate tracts
  • Leverage Career services department to provide career exploration and job market statistics so students can make informed decisions about life after high school
  • Track and collect data on student transition and conversion to Ivy Tech i.e.; Dual Credit Conversion Report, Annual Report
  • Create and implement transitions events at Ivy Tech and High Schools
  • Work collaboratively with Director of Marketing to create marketing material specifically for DC students
  • Serve as a liaison in a pre-advising capacity for dual credit students
  • Networking with outside organizations and agencies to promote DC program
  • Continuously develop targeted enrollment strategies to increase the number of students transitioning into Ivy Tech.
  • Provide leadership for enrollment activities and advising services for high school Dual Enrollment students.
  • Oversee and implement standardized policies/procedures for Dual Credit programs for the campus.
  • Communicate regularly with high schools, students, parents, and faculty as the primary contact on campus for Dual Credit, and promote the partnership and processes.
  • Provide ongoing support and information regarding the college and promote relevant programs.
  • Maintain, update, and distribute Dual Credit resource materials to college and high school personnel.
  • Maintain and track Dual Credit registrations each semester. The above list of duties is not to be constructed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree required.


Experience:

  • Minimum of one to two years of relevant experience and one year of supervisory experience required.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects.
  • Must possess excellent “people” skills including working successfully with diverse populations, including (but not limited to) college and school administrators, counselors, teachers, students, and parents.
  • Must possess skills and experience in public speaking.
  • Previous computer experience is necessary.
  • Must possess a willingness and an ability to travel.

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Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.