Title: Pathways Navigator

Position Type: Professional Tech Full time

College: Trinidad State College

Division: Student Affairs

Department: TSC Admissions

Campus: Trinidad Main Campus

Location: Trinidad

Salary Range: $45,000 - $47,000

Who We Are:

At TSC, we value and uphold a commitment to a workplace that focuses on employees. Our mission statement is "Enriching our diverse communities through quality educational experiences and lifelong learning."
Trinidad State College, located in Trinidad, Colorado, is a state-supported, two-year institution of higher education. The College was established by an act of the State Legislature in 1925 and is the oldest public two-year college in the State of Colorado. The College’s Service Area includes eight rural counties characterized by low population density and small communities. One campus is located in Trinidad and is a residential campus while the other, located in Alamosa, is a commuter campus. Both campuses serve distinct populations. As a comprehensive Community College, Trinidad State College not only offers ongoing transfer Associate of Arts Degree and Associate of Applied Science (vocational) Degree programs but also has developed and implemented numerous successful short-term vocational certificate programs, and totally inclusive adult education and developmental programs.

Job Summary:

Trinidad State College seeks a highly motivated and dynamic professional to serve as a Career Pathway Navigator under the Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grant or Department of Labor Grant (DOL). This position will work with high school counselors, concurrent enrollment, students, parents, college students, and adult learners in the community. Will introduce advanced manufacturing career pathways, is dedicated to supporting students interested in and/or enrolled in the advanced manufacturing career pathways while strengthening connections between education and industry. The Navigator serves as a liaison to regional high schools, students, and employer partners, delivering academic and career-connected services that expand access, retention, completion, and workforce placement. This role emphasizes employer engagement, paid work-based learning, and comprehensive student support, particularly for special populations, non-traditional students, and underserved communities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Outreach Initiatives: Develop and implement outreach initiatives specifically targeted at high school, college, special populations, non-traditional students, and those pursuing education in in the advanced manufacturing fields to help recruit students to meet the participant goals of this grant.
• Maintain current knowledge of work-based learning initiatives and trends within the local community and regional workforce, and systematically track, document, and analyze partnership opportunities, employer engagement, and student placement outcomes to effectively support and guide student career pathways in advanced manufacturing.
• Student Support: Provide guidance and support to CTE students and students in general, addressing their unique needs and challenges to enhance retention and graduation rates in meeting Trinidad States.
• Communication Facilitation: Foster effective and efficient communication between TSC campus locations, as well as with local high schools.
• Industry Engagement: Collaborate with regional employers to establish opportunities such as job shadows, internships, and apprenticeships.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with faculty, administrators, and other college departments to facilitate the seamless operation of the academic programs and initiatives.
• Provide proactive student support for each student under the grant by tracking and monitoring key participant data throughout the grant period, including enrollment status, program pathway (degree or non-degree), demographic information (race/ethnicity), Pell Grant eligibility, and academic progress, using this data to guide advising, identify barriers, and support student persistence and completion.
• Work one on one and with groups of students utilizing telephone, video and/or in person communication tools
• Utilize software tools including banner, EAB Navigate, Degree Works, Handshake, FORAGE, Microsoft office suite to report, track and guide students
• Assist and participate in the Trinidad State College career fairs, present workshops and other events that support preparing students for the programs, workforce, and career readiness.
• Travel between both campuses is required.
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies/KSAs:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution in higher education or a related field; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and execute a wide range of projects simultaneously
• Strong verbal and written skills including ability to present to small and large groups
• A strong commitment and positive attitude toward the educational role of the community college
• Proficiency in the use of technology and the willingness to learn the institutional software for student information and communication systems
• Provide a list of required qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

Selection Process:

CLOSING DATE: To ensure consideration, materials must be received in Human Resources by Friday, July 31, 2026. Application screening will begin immediately and only the most qualified candidates will receive further consideration. This position will remain open until filled.

Application Instructions: 

For consideration, an applicant must submit the following:

A letter addressing the professional qualifications listed in the position description
A current resume or a current curriculum vitae
Unofficial Transcripts (of highest education attained)
The names and telephone numbers of at least three (3) references from persons in a position to evaluate the applicant's expertise as it relates to the position requirements.

Inquiries:
Yvette Atencio, Human Resources Director – (888) TSC-1925, ext. 5538 or 719-846-5538
Alfredo Burciaga, Vice President of Student Affairs – (888) TSC-1925, ext. 5458 or 719-846-5458

Additional Information/Benefits:

Notice To All Applicants
Former employees of the Colorado Community College system or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on your application/within your application materials. All materials submitted become the property of Trinidad State College and will not be returned. The State of Colorado must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act/1986. If hired, you will be required to provide documents to show your identity and authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired. Colorado fiscal rules require all new employees to be on direct deposit.

CAMPUS SECURITY AUTHORITY
This position has been identified by the U.S. Department of Education as a Campus Security Authority. As a Campus Security Authority, the incumbent in this position is required to report all crimes that they become aware of to the Vice President of Student Affairs, Dean of Students or Human Resources Department at Trinidad State College.

This position must report all incidents, whether directly or indirectly, that you become aware regarding Civil Rights, which includes all sexual misconduct incidences, to the Equal Opportunity/Title IX Coordinator for the College.

This position is responsible for development of student training and awareness programming for the athletic team regarding unlawful discrimination and harassment prevention, which includes sexual misconduct, in collaboration with the Equal Opportunity/Title IX Coordinator for the College as well as the College Athletic Director.

This position is responsible for development of primary prevention and awareness programs for the athletic team for incoming students as well as ongoing prevention and awareness campaigns pursuant to the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act on dating and domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, in collaboration with College staff responsible with overseeing Clery Act compliance.

For information regarding Trinidad State College Security, including crime statistics for the Trinidad and Alamosa campus and surrounding area, please see the Trinidad State College Campus Security website at: http://www.trinidadstate.edu/campus-security.html. For a hard copy report please contact 719-846- 5618

TSC Mission Statement
Trinidad State’s mission is to enrich the lives of our diverse communities by providing quality educational experiences and promoting lifelong learning.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer a comprehensive selection of benefits to support our employees, including:

Strong, flexible retirement benefits including Colorado PERA's Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan. TSC contributes 20.95% of your salary on your behalf. Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans are also available. Please note student employees are not eligible to contribute to PERA.
Medical insurance is offered to instructors and other variable hour employees who have worked, on average, at least 30 hours per week in a 12-month period. TSC/CCCS uses an initial 12-month measurement period to determine medical benefit eligibility, and a 12-month standard measurement period. Additional information about this, and Life and Disability benefit information can be found at the CCCS Employee Benefits site under “Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information.” Please note that Kaiser and Anthem Blue Priority plans are not offered at TSC.
Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP)
Sick leave is granted in accordance with SB20-205, Sick Leave for Employees, accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.
State employees are eligible to participate in BenefitHub which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources.
Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the Colorado Division of Human Resources website.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer a comprehensive selection of benefits to support our employees, including:

Strong, flexible retirement benefits including Colorado PERA's Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan. TSC contributes 20.95% of your salary on your behalf. Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans are also available. Please note student employees are not eligible to contribute to PERA.
Medical insurance is offered to instructors and other variable hour employees who have worked, on average, at least 30 hours per week in a 12-month period. TSC/CCCS uses an initial 12-month measurement period to determine medical benefit eligibility, and a 12-month standard measurement period. Additional information about this, and Life and Disability benefit information can be found at the CCCS Employee Benefits site under “Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information.” Please note that Kaiser and Anthem Blue Priority plans are not offered at TSC.
Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP)
Sick leave is granted in accordance with SB20-205, Sick Leave for Employees, accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.
State employees are eligible to participate in BenefitHub which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources.
Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the Colorado Division of Human Resources website.