Perkins Pathway Navigator (Specially Funded)

Position Details Position Information Job Title Perkins Pathway Navigator (Specially Funded) Campus Ankeny Campus, IA Job Number 26-A55 Employment Date As soon as possible. Job Category Administrative/Professional Positions Application & Position Contact Information Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or jobs@dmacc.edu for information concerning the application process. Megan Snook Lautner at (515) 964-6858 or mesnooklautner@dmacc.edu for information concerning the position or your status once the position has closed. Posting Detail Information Salary Information This is a Specially Funded Position.

Starting salary:

$58,816 - $64,006 The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The starting salary range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Pay Grade:

AJ Job Summary Recruit, advise and support students in credit CTE programs and student transitioning from non-credit to credit programs. Essential Functions Develop and implement existing and future initiatives, with a focus on enrolling and retaining students in special populations. Support recruitment and retention efforts for assigned high-need CTE pathways and programs. Work collaboratively with Workforce Training Academy, Continuing Education, DMACC Business Resources, Secondary Programs, Academic Affairs, and other college programs and committees. Advise students in all phases of career and academic planning, including program and course information, scheduling, registration, transfer requirements, articulations with other educational institutions and graduation requirements. Advise, coordinate and refer students with specific learning needs regarding the identification and utilization of support services to assist in student success. Assist students in connecting to community resources as necessary. Assist students in identifying goals, developing career pathways, and providing career guidance in order to achieve successful transitions to post-secondary education, training and/or employment. Provide case management for clients including case notes and all other necessary documentation and electronic case updates including, but not limited to, enrollment, and application forms, employment plans, educational plans and registrations. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Two years of advising, recruitment, promotions, admissions or related experience in an educational setting (Master's degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, Academic Advising, or related field can substitute for one year of experience). Knowledge of current college educational and student services procedures and practices. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to prepare and deliver public presentations. Ability to plan, organize and manage time. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from varied backgrounds. Knowledge of current software applications. Desired Qualifications Master's degree. Postsecondary education at a community college. Work experience with an educational institution. Work experience in an associated industry: Agriculture, Advanced Manufacturing, Business, Health, Information Technology, or Transportation/Logistics.

Physical Requirements Constant:

Sit Occasional:

Lift Floor to Waist < 10 lbs Carry < 10 lbs x 100 ft Push/pull horizontal 10 lbs x 18 in Lateral Pinch Forward reach Crouch Neck Flexion, Extension & Rotation Fine Motor Coordination Hand & Foot Coordination Stand Ability to be Mobile A mobility accommodation is accepted where applicable, but may not be supported by all DMACC campus facilities and/or employee classifications. Physical Demand Category Light Post offer, Pre-Employment Physical Test N/A Work Schedule Monday-Friday, day hours. Posting Date 05/15/2026 Deadline for Submitting Applications 05/28/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6301 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES

: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting "See Resume" will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Quick Link for Postings https:

//jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/14723

Nondiscrimination Statement:

Nondiscrimination Statement Nondiscrimination Statement:

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean's office, the Executive Academic Deans' office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO /AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html . ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu . Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582,

Telephone:

(303) 844-5695,

FAX :

(303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339,

Email:

OCR .Denver@ed.gov . Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Please describe your work experience with Career and Technical Education programs. (Open Ended Question)
• Please describe a time you adapted your approach to better serve a student's unique circumstances. (Open Ended Question)
• What strategies would you use to retain students from special populations (e.g., first-generation, low-income, adult learners)? (Open Ended Question)
• How did you learn about this job opening? DMACC Employee Referral Friend/Relative Indeed.com TeachIowa.gov HigherEdJobs CareerBuilder The Chronicle of Higher Education Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Iowa Workforce Development DMACC Website DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email Other
• Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?

Yes No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Transcripts Optional Documents Resume Cover Letter Transcript 2 Transcript 3