Dual Enrollment Coordinator at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg, New Jersey

Job Description:

Category:: Administrative and Professional

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Department:: K-12 Partnerships

Locations:: North Branch, NJ

Posted:: Feb 19, 2025

Closes:: Open Until Filled

Type:: Full-time

Ref. No.:: JF#26-25

Position ID:: 185733

About Raritan Valley Community College:

Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students.

The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.

Job Description:

The Dual Enrollment coordinator is pivotal in facilitating high school students' enrollment and academic success in dual-enrollment college courses. As the point of contact for K-12 partners, the coordinator will oversee the day-to-day operations of dual enrollment programs with schools in their portfolio, engaging in student advisement and enrollment support, participating in outreach and recruitment, and other duties essential to supporting high school transitions to college.

Essential Duties:

Collaboration with K-12 Partners:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for K-12 partners (such as counselors, teachers, administrators), and internal stakeholders.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with K-12 partners to promote dual enrollment opportunities and ensure smooth program delivery.

Program Management:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the dual enrollment program, including course and high school teacher approval process, managing student enrollments, and course registrations, verifying eligibility, and collaborating with RVCC stakeholders (such as Testing Center, Finance, and Enrollment Management).


• Complete all parameters to set up a course that includes academic and administrative considerations (create course registration numbers, add instructor's name, etc.).


• Maintain accurate student records, ensuring that all necessary documentation (e.g., consent forms, transcripts, and forms for course registration) is completed on time.


• Monitor and track student progress through the program, ensuring that students are meeting program requirements.


• Support team efforts to streamline dual enrollment administration and management.

Student Support & Advising:

• Guide students and K-12 partners through the dual enrollment process, helping them understand eligibility requirements, course selection, registration procedures, and college policies. Provide academic advising and support throughout their enrollment.


• Provide ongoing support to help students manage the balance between their high school and college course load, ensuring they have the necessary tools for academic success.


• Provide exceptional service to students, families, K-12 partners, and college stakeholders (such as Faculty, Finance, and Enrollment Management), addressing questions, concerns, and issues related to the dual enrollment program in a timely and professional manner.

Program Outreach & Recruitment:

• Assist in recruiting students for the dual enrollment program through outreach activities such as presentations, information sessions, and marketing materials. Work with K-12 partners and college personnel to raise awareness and encourage participation in the program.


• Collaborate with the Office of Advising and Transfer Services to raise awareness about opportunities to take courses on campus (face-to-face or online).


• Organize and conduct informational sessions for students, families, and K-12 partners to explain the benefits and logistics of the dual enrollment program.


• Serve as the liaison between the college and K-12 partners, ensuring effective communication regarding course offerings, program updates, and deadlines.

Program Growth and Development:

• Collaborate with the K-12 team to identify strategic opportunities that promote the pathways model (such as one plus one and other early college programs).


• Attend relevant workshops, conferences, and training sessions to improve knowledge and skills related to dual enrollment administration and management.

Evening and weekend duties may be required.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree required.

Three or more years of experience working in higher education in advising, admissions, college success, or related fields.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure.

Demonstrated organizational skills including the ability to initiate and complete assigned tasks with proficiency and independence.

Must be able to effectively interact with a diverse population of K-12 students and partners, college faculty, and staff using tact and courtesy.

Able to adapt to changing situations, support team needs, and collaborate across departments to achieve common goals.

Excellent collaborative skills with the ability to foster an inclusive and respectful team environment.

Experience with integrated database systems and proficiency in MS Office and Banner.

Valid driver's license and means of transportation are required to travel to various work locations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree, preferred.

Community college experience, preferred (college readiness suitable alternative to higher education experience).

Application Instructions:

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.



RVCC's starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package.


For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online, by clicking the "apply now" button. We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.

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