Position InformationPosition TitleAssistant Director, Native Pathways ProgramWorking TitleLocationOlympiaEEO StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information regarding Evergreen's non-discrimination policies or to report discrimination, please visit the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity webpage at www.evergreen.edu/equalopportunity or contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Officer at (360) 867-5371, Room 3102 Library Building, 2700 Evergreen Parkway NW, Olympia, WA 98505.Union RepresentedNoOvertime EligibleYesMonthly FTE1.0Salary Step (minimum monthly amount)$4,884.00Salary Step (maximum monthly amount)$5,715.00Cyclic PositionNoCyclic Detailsn/aProject PositionNoEnd Daten/aSpecial NoteThis is a full-time, overtime eligible position on the Olympia Campus of The Evergreen State College. This position is an "at-will" appointment, exempt from Washington State Civil Service rules.Position PurposeThis position is responsible for student outreach, advising, and retention; collecting and reporting monthly, quarterly, and annual Native Pathways Program (NPP) data (student surveys, community surveys, outreach/recruitment report outs, budget reports, etc.); maintaining prospective student database; organizing events for outreach, recruitment, and retention for NPP; providing students with academic planning and resources; building and maintaining relationships with college offices across campus (Admissions, Financial Aid, Registration, Marketing, Library Services, Residential and Dining Services, Academic and Career Advising, Student Activities, etc.); work with NPP Student Governance on initiatives, events, fundraising, and the annual Graduation Ceremony; building and maintaining tribal and community relationships; scheduling space and media services; scheduling appointments and maintaining the office calendar; attending college meetings as requested on behalf of NPP; promoting Native Pathways Program (NPP) mission; and community outreach for the purpose of expanding NPP community, tribal, and student relations. The position assists the Director in developing innovative strategies to continue the growth, well-being, and integrity of the program.Nature and ScopeThis position reports to the Native Pathways Program Director and works in conjunction with the Director to deliver quality services to the NPP students and faculty. NPP has sites located across Western Washington and beyond that the Director and this position travel to for outreach and recruitment while also maintaining a physical presence at the NPP offices on the Olympia campus. Working with Indigenous groups, such as the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians (ATNI) and the Western Washington Native Education Consortium (WWNEC), which consists of Tribal and higher education advocates and leaders, this position helps to expand the scope and delivery of NPP. This position also collaborates with Evergreen Academic Advisors, Admissions, Financial Aid, and Registration and Records to ensure our students are receiving correct information and assistance to be successful. The work of NPP is student-centered, with all curriculum, professional development, and event planning organized around student success.Essential FunctionsPromote program and provide program materials to current and prospective students and community partners.Recruit students and assist with application, financial aid, and registration processes.Prepare and update program recruitment and re