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Early College Mentor

Employer
Muskegon Community College
Location
Muskegon, Michigan, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Jan 13, 2025
Job Description

Muskegon Community College

Muskegon Community College is a center for lifelong learning that helps people attain their educational goals by offering programs that respond to individual, community, and global needs. MCC is an associate degree-granting institution of higher education and an applied technology leader for high-tech, hands-on training.

With nearly a 100-year history of academic excellence, MCC is a public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. With robust student success support, free tutoring, 18 athletic teams, events, clubs, and activities, MCC has an annual, full-time equated student enrollment of approximately 2,300 and an unduplicated headcount of 5,100.

Most recently, Muskegon Community College outranked all other colleges in Michigan for the rate of students who received federal financial aid and then transferred to continue their education at a four-year institution. The college’s transfer-out rate was the highest in Michigan, 7 percentage points above the state average, and outpaced the average transfer rate across the nation. MCC is nationally recognized for its liberal arts and occupational programs.

The College has an annual operating budget (general fund) of $44 million and employs about 210 regular full and part-time staff and many adjunct faculty and student assistants. The College also offers 56 Associate degree programs and 29 certificate programs.

The main campus is located on a 111-acre campus in Muskegon which includes the Hendrik Meijer Library & Information Technology Center, Bartels-Rode Gymnasium, Frauenthal Foundation Fine Arts Center (including the Overbrook Theater and Art Gallery), Stevenson Center for Higher Education, the Science Center, the Health and Wellness Center, and the Art & Music Center.

Muskegon Community College also operates the Sturrus Technology Center and Fab Lab in downtown Muskegon and   extension centers in Ottawa and Newaygo Counties.



Living in Muskegon County
Muskegon County residents enjoy 26 miles of sugar-sand beaches along Lake Michigan’s shoreline, as well as one of America’s only luge tracks at the Winter Sports Complex and the regionally popular Michigan’s Adventure Amusement & Water Park. An outdoor recreation hub with three state parks and swimming, fishing and boating on its many lakes and rivers, the Muskegon area offers dynamic downtown and beachfront restaurant and entertainment venues. The Muskegon Farmer’s Market is the second largest in Michigan. Cruise ships dock in Muskegon, while a high-speed ferry connects the city to Milwaukee. Notable local museums range from rare art collections to an actual World War II submarine and a U.S. Navy ship used during D-Day.

General Description:

This position works with the Dean in a partnership to provide the students with a program of support that includes coordination of services and opportunities provided by Muskegon Community College and to the student’s home district thus enabling students to attain a High School Diploma as well as an Associate Degree at the end of Grade 13.

Status : Full-Time 40 hours/52 weeks

Salary Range : Up to $55,000 depending on experience

Application Deadline : Open until filled; First Review on January 27st, 2025

Required Skills

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required; preferably in education, psychology, business, social work or other related degree.
  • Evidence of successful case management experience with high school and college students.
  • Ability to collaborate as well as follow directions based on the vision and rules of the program.
  • Knowledge of Michigan graduation requirements, transfer agreements and College Access Criteria preferred.
  • Experience working with students to develop educational or training plans.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver effective and professional written and oral communications with both internal and external audiences.
  • High proficiency in demonstration of office technology, software, & equipment. Ability and willingness to upgrade skills including technology or process changes.
  • Demonstrated use of tact, judgment and discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Demonstrated ability to work as part of a successful team while accomplishing tasks and assignments without assistance, even while multi-tasking.
  • Demonstrated ability to relate to people of all ages, races and social-economic backgrounds.
  • Highly motivated and solution oriented with a high degree of integrity, ethics and dedication to the mission of the College.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation to and from area schools or off campus appointments.
  • Must be detailed-oriented, well-organized, and able to deal effectively with college staff at all levels.


  • Essential Function:

  • Plans and coordinates the student registration process each semester.
  • Collaborates with the Dean and executes the College Summer Program (Camp) for new students.
  • Meet individually with students and groups to provide coaching, support and direction for successful program completion.
  • Maintains ongoing communication with high schools, parents, Dean and all MCC staff.
  • Knowledge of community college degrees and programs and knowledge of community college transfer process.
  • Prepare, maintain and monitor student records and progress to meet student goals and objectives.
  • Daily record keeping and timely completion of tasks.
  • Identify barriers and assist students daily to resolve issues that can hinder their educational success.
  • Attend and present program information at recruiting events.
  • Analyze information to assess potential candidates for the program.
  • Coordinates the interview process for new candidates.
  • Explore grant options for support of programs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


  • Physical, Mental, and Environment Requirements Include:

    Mental Demands:

    ☒ Detailed Work

    ☒ Student Contact

    ☒ Deadline oriented

    ☒ Problem Situations

    ☒ Multiple Priorities & Demands

    ☒ Emergency Situations

    ☒ Confidentiality

    ☒ On-call Availability

    ☒ Continual Interruptions

    ☒ Working Alone

    ☒ Faculty Contact

    ☒ Working with Others



    Physical Demands:

    ☒ Standing & Walking

    ☒ Sitting

    ☐ Reclining

    ☒ Carrying

    ☒ Lifting up to 10 lbs. ☐ Up to 25 lbs. ☐ Up to 50 lbs. ☐ 80 + lbs.

    ☒ Pushing, Pulling, Twisting, Bending

    ☐ Climb or Balance

    ☐ Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl

    ☐ Squatting

    ☐ Handle or Feel

    ☐ Reach with Hands and Arms

    ☒ Talking or hearing

    ☐ Tasting/Smelling

    ☐ Working Overhead

    ☒ Speak in English via Phone or In Person

    ☐ Close, Distance, Peripheral, and Color Vision along with Depth Perceptions

    ☒ Ability to Adjust and Focus

    Work Environment:

    ☐ Exposure to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat/cold; and moderate to loud noise levels.

    ☒ Normal Office environment with little, if, any, discomfort due to heat, dust, noise and the like. Ability to travel to all campus locations required.

    Muskegon Community College continues to promote staff diversity, and is an equal opportunity employer. MCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, political persuasion, disability, height, weight, veteran status, age or any other protected class in any of its educational programs, activities or employment. Minorities, women, veterans, and the physically challenged are encouraged to apply. Anyone with a disability will be reasonably accommodated by the College. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance in applying for this position, please contact the Human Resources Office.

    Job Location Muskegon, Michigan, United States
    Position Type Full-Time/Regular

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