Gaston College
Early College Liaison-Educational Partnerships
Gaston College, Dallas, North Carolina, United States, 28034
Salary
$47,320.00 Annually
Location
Dallas, NC
Job Type
Full-Time Regular Staff
Job Number
2022-00668
Division
Educational Partnerships and Enrollment Management
Department
Early College Liaison
Opening Date
08/06/2025
SUMMARY
Open until filled-
The Early College Liaison is responsible for serving as the College’s representative for the Gaston Early College High School and fostering the development of positive relationships between the higher education partner(s) and the LEA by bridging communication gaps and supporting dialogue. The Liaison is also responsible for all academic advising and student success coaching for Early College students enrolled in college classes and will assist the Offices of Educational Partnerships and College Now during peak advising and registration periods. This position reports to the Vice President of Educational Partnerships and in collaboration with the Dean of College Now.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as liaison between the College and the Gaston Early College High School.
Assist in the development and refinement of four/five-year plans of study combining secondary and postsecondary work
Work with secondary and postsecondary staff to ensure coordination of high school and college schedules that allow access to required coursework
Assist secondary staff with the coordination of postsecondary registration
Coordinate administration of college placement tests, when needed, and assist with the application process
Facilitate the Early College Advisory Committee
Coordinate yearly MOA development for the Early College in collaboration with the Vice President of Educational Partnerships
Assist with the coordination of collaborative staff development activities for Early College and College personnel
Teach ACA course(s), if needed.
Serve as academic advisor for students enrolled in Gaston Early College High School
Collaborate with secondary and postsecondary disability service staff to ensure proper student support is in place for students with special needs
Participate in continuous communication with the college’s faculty with regard to student performance
Coordinate progress report activities throughout the semester.
Participate in College committees
Represent the College at events for prospective students, parents, secondary school counselors, and other individuals to promote and market early college and college programs, including student/parent information nights
Establish and maintain an active role on the assigned high school campuses in order to recruit prospective students, including developing a consistent schedule for visits throughout the school year
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of College Now and Vice President for Educational Partnerships
Assist with event and activities at the Early College as needed.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required
Master’s degree preferred
Effective and professional written and oral communication skills
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of two years’ experience in education setting, preferably working with high school students
Minimum of two years’ experience at a community college preferred.
Demonstrated personal and professional competence for responsibilities assigned
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision with numerous groups across the college, within the public school systems, and within state and regional groups
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical requirements include ability to stand for extended periods of time; lift, maneuver, and transport recruiting items; lift and maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds
Ability to drive to and from high school sites in Gaston and Lincoln counties required.
Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours will be required.
BENEFITS
Gaston College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program.
We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our regular** employees.
State Health Plan
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Additional Supplemental Insurances
NC State Retirement Plan
Supplemental Retirement Plans
Disability Benefits, Long- and Short-Term
Longevity Pay
State Employees' Credit Union Eligibility
Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Child/Student Involvement, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
Paid Holidays
Educational Advancement Compensation
Tuition Assistance
Employee Discount Program
Benefits Overview Booklet
**Please note:
Temporary (part-time) employees
do not
earn benefits.
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$47,320.00 Annually
Location
Dallas, NC
Job Type
Full-Time Regular Staff
Job Number
2022-00668
Division
Educational Partnerships and Enrollment Management
Department
Early College Liaison
Opening Date
08/06/2025
SUMMARY
Open until filled-
The Early College Liaison is responsible for serving as the College’s representative for the Gaston Early College High School and fostering the development of positive relationships between the higher education partner(s) and the LEA by bridging communication gaps and supporting dialogue. The Liaison is also responsible for all academic advising and student success coaching for Early College students enrolled in college classes and will assist the Offices of Educational Partnerships and College Now during peak advising and registration periods. This position reports to the Vice President of Educational Partnerships and in collaboration with the Dean of College Now.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as liaison between the College and the Gaston Early College High School.
Assist in the development and refinement of four/five-year plans of study combining secondary and postsecondary work
Work with secondary and postsecondary staff to ensure coordination of high school and college schedules that allow access to required coursework
Assist secondary staff with the coordination of postsecondary registration
Coordinate administration of college placement tests, when needed, and assist with the application process
Facilitate the Early College Advisory Committee
Coordinate yearly MOA development for the Early College in collaboration with the Vice President of Educational Partnerships
Assist with the coordination of collaborative staff development activities for Early College and College personnel
Teach ACA course(s), if needed.
Serve as academic advisor for students enrolled in Gaston Early College High School
Collaborate with secondary and postsecondary disability service staff to ensure proper student support is in place for students with special needs
Participate in continuous communication with the college’s faculty with regard to student performance
Coordinate progress report activities throughout the semester.
Participate in College committees
Represent the College at events for prospective students, parents, secondary school counselors, and other individuals to promote and market early college and college programs, including student/parent information nights
Establish and maintain an active role on the assigned high school campuses in order to recruit prospective students, including developing a consistent schedule for visits throughout the school year
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of College Now and Vice President for Educational Partnerships
Assist with event and activities at the Early College as needed.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required
Master’s degree preferred
Effective and professional written and oral communication skills
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of two years’ experience in education setting, preferably working with high school students
Minimum of two years’ experience at a community college preferred.
Demonstrated personal and professional competence for responsibilities assigned
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision with numerous groups across the college, within the public school systems, and within state and regional groups
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical requirements include ability to stand for extended periods of time; lift, maneuver, and transport recruiting items; lift and maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds
Ability to drive to and from high school sites in Gaston and Lincoln counties required.
Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours will be required.
BENEFITS
Gaston College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program.
We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our regular** employees.
State Health Plan
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Additional Supplemental Insurances
NC State Retirement Plan
Supplemental Retirement Plans
Disability Benefits, Long- and Short-Term
Longevity Pay
State Employees' Credit Union Eligibility
Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Child/Student Involvement, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
Paid Holidays
Educational Advancement Compensation
Tuition Assistance
Employee Discount Program
Benefits Overview Booklet
**Please note:
Temporary (part-time) employees
do not
earn benefits.
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