This is a NON-CLASSIFIED employment opportunity.  Visit the State of Colorado for Classified employment opportunities.   

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Bilingual - ability to read, write, and speak fluent Spanish and English
• Two years of experience working in a higher education setting, particularly in student support, student retention, or academic advising.
• Demonstrated ability to work with underrepresented student populations with efforts to close the opportunity gap.

Professional level experience is defined by the Colorado Division of Human Resources: A position that involves the exercise of discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, or sharing an organized body of knowledge.  Colorado revised statute (C.R.S. 24-50-135(1) allows colleges to exempt positions from the State Personnel Classified System that are determined to be professional level work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in post-secondary/higher education student affairs, post-secondary leadership, organizational management, psychology, education, educational psychology, or a closely related field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Familiarity with early alert systems and academic intervention strategies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Commitment to promoting student success and equity in higher education.

For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. on December 3, 2025.  Applications accepted until position is filled.  

Pikes Peak State College reserves the right to close the job posting once a sufficient applicant pool has been obtained.  

Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment.

Visa support is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:  Application must be submitted online.  Incomplete applications may not receive full consideration.  A complete application will include:

• Cover letter - Address the minimum and preferred qualifications in the order listed on the job announcement.
• Resume - Reflect experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.  
• Unofficial Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts for all degrees conferred.  Official transcripts are required if hired for the position.  
• Professional References - Provide names and contact information for three recent professional references who can address your expertise and background for this position.

This position may be eligible for a variety of employee benefits.  Pikes Peak State College participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates.

Note: Prior submission of application materials will not be considered.

Essential Functions, General Duties, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to navigate differences effectively and respectfully in the workplace.
• Manage caseload of CTE students identified as needing additional support by institutional methods (early alert, academic standing, etc.)
• Develop personalized action plans to address challenges and set achievable goals.
• Conduct regular and consistent outreach to caseload throughout the year with the goal of helping students navigate challenges.
• Connect students with appropriate campus resources, including tutoring, counseling, and academic advising.
• Monitor student progress and adjust plans as necessary to support student success.
• Utilize data from the early alert system to track student progress and outcomes.
• Document student interactions in accordance with department and institution polices.
• Work closely with academic advisors, faculty, and other student services staff to support student retention and success initiatives.
• Participate in regular interdepartmental meetings to discuss student progress and share best practices.
• Analyze, track, and interpret data to improve student success outcomes of assigned caseload.
• Provide registration help and degree planning support during peak advising periods.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff to foster a supportive academic environment.
• Work effectively with college faculty, staff, and administrators in developing and maintaining collegial, trusting relationships for the effective support of students, staff, faculty, and community members.
• Actively engages with related professional organizations such as AACC, NACADA, NASPA, etc. to stay informed of current practices to provide equity based, culturally competent, efficient, and fair services.
• Support continuous assessment and process improvement for Advising & Testing services.

As part of the State of Colorado, PPSC offers a competitive benefits package:

• PERA retirement benefits.
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) English Spanish
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage.
• Life and Disability Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts. 
• Paid Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Accrued Annual and Sick Leave.
• Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

This job description reflects Pikes Peak State College’s best effort to describe the essential duties and qualifications of the job.  It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job.  This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation.   

EEO Statement: Pikes Peak State College is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act institution.  We value diversity, strive for a more unified campus where all people are valued, treated fairly, and possess a sense of belonging.  Pikes Peak State College encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.