POSITION LOCATION: Fort Morgan, CO

EMPLOYMENT SPECIFICS: Part-Time: up to 28 hours per week.

*This is a grant-funded position.

PURPOSE/SUMMARY OF JOB:

A U.S. Department of Education Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (DHSI) - Title V grant funds this position (Award #: P031S190160). The Pro Mentor will support the missions of the Title V program and Admissions and Advising by serving as a knowledgeable guide to students at Morgan Community College. The Pro Mentor identifies students who need in-depth assistance in navigating higher education or accessing resources and connects these students with appropriate resources. Through one-on-one interactions and group meetings, the Pro Mentor serves as a support and success advocate for students. The Pro Mentor will help oversee the student peer mentors and assigned students. This position will work closely with MCC students and the East African community in relaying information about Summer Bridge and other Title V programs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bilingual in English and Somali or Swahili High School Diploma or GED Demonstrated experience leading groups Strong verbal and written communication skills A demonstrated commitment to MCC's core values of integrity, respect, collaboration and communication PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution Prior experience as an MCC student Knowledge and experience of the MCC campus, Title V, and student life Anticipated Start Date: April 2022

Salary: $19.80 per hour

Application Procedures:

All applications will be reviewed in the order that they are received on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Candidates are encouraged to submit a complete application packet early for full consideration.

Complete application packets include:

Cover Letter responding to the position description and required qualifications Complete and current resume MCC Employment Application Academic Transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable during the application process) Names and contact information of three recent job-related references who can address your expertise and background for this position Incomplete application packets may not be considered.

Selection Procedure:

Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Final candidates will be invited to travel to the College, at their own expense, to interview with the Screening Committee and college officials.

About Morgan Community College (MCC):

MCC is one of 13 colleges comprising the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). The college has consistently been named a Great College to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education in the past decade.

MCC is located on I-76, 80 miles northeast of Denver and approximately 100 miles east of Rocky Mountain National Park. MCC provides high quality lower division transferable courses and occupational education culminating in a variety of certificate, associate, and baccalaureate degree programs through traditional, innovative, and non-traditional delivery methods to an 11,500 square mile service area in eastern Colorado.

The College serves this vast, rural, agricultural area from its main campus in Fort Morgan and through four regional locations in Bennett, Limon, Burlington and Wray. These locations are 75 to 150 miles from the campus in Fort Morgan.

The College is seeking dynamic, creative individuals who are committed to the community college philosophy, student success, and public service. MCC seeks individuals looking for a rural or small community lifestyle, with excellent conditions for families; close proximity to a major metropolitan area; year-round recreation and natural beauty; and a dynamic, forward-looking workplace.