Salary: $76,167.00 - $87,513.00 Annually
Job Type: Full-time, regular
Job Number: 2020-2100810
Direct Report Unit: Student Success
Department: Advising, Counseling, and Student Assistance
Closing Date: 6/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: FA
Position Objective
The Faculty Counselor will manage a caseload primarily consisting of students enrolled in the Running Start program and technical college pathways. This role provides comprehensive academic advising and counseling services to Running Start participants, as well as new and continuing students at Clover Park Technical College (CPTC), beginning with New Student Orientation (NSO) and continuing through program completion.
Key responsibilities include assisting students in understanding degree and certificate requirements, offering targeted support to those identified through academic warning, satisfactory academic progress, and early alert systems, and monitoring academic performance to promote retention and completion. The Faculty Counselor will work collaboratively with instructional programs to deliver wraparound support services that enhance student success.
This position also oversees the day-to-day operations of the CPTC Running Start program, including student entry, program coordination, and related administrative functions. The Faculty Counselor is responsible for developing and maintaining effective partnerships with local school districts and high schools, ensuring alignment on course equivalency and high school graduation requirements. Additionally, this role is accountable for monthly program reporting, managing payment procedures, and fulfilling other administrative duties.
Aligned with CPTC's mission, the Faculty Counselor contributes to student access and success by implementing intentional strategies aimed at improving retention and supporting timely program completion.
Clover Park Technical College celebrates the many individuals that make up our community and embraces the opportunity to learn from both our differences and similarities. CPTC values equity and respect. We seek to create an environment of innovation and excellence and focuses on student success, lifelong learning, and social responsibility.
This position is represented by the Clover Park Federation of Teachers, Local 3913, AFT/ AFT Washington.
Duties and Tasks (Essential Functions)
Duty: Provide retention and completion services to current students
Tasks include:
Duty: Provide support to instructors in their assigned programs
Tasks include:
Duty: Running Start Administrative Duties
Tasks include:
Duty: Outreach
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Duty: Engage in professional development and college initiatives.
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Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Application Instructions
All offers of employment at Clover Park Technical College are contingent upon successful completion of background checks, including criminal history. Information obtained from the background checks will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the specific position.
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Supplemental Information
At this time, Clover Park Technical College is not sponsoring H1-B Visas.
Land Acknowledgement Statement
We acknowledge that we are on the traditional land of the Puget Sound Salish peoples belonging to the Puyallup, Steilacoom, Nisqually, and Squaxin Island tribes and bands, and we honor and thank the traditional caretakers of this land. We value the tribes in our community, and the impact that they continue to make on our college to this day. For more information about CPTC's commitment to indigenous tribes, please visithttp://www.cptc.edu/diversity
Why Work at Clover Park Technical College?
At Clover Park Technical College, we are proud to be part of Washington State's Community and Technical College system, supported by the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC). Our institution is dedicated to building strong individuals, families, and communities by providing accessible, high-quality education and training.
Working here means being part of a team that empowers students to develop their skills and talents, preparing them to become engaged global citizens. Our faculty and staff create a dynamic learning environment where students feel supported and motivated to succeed. As an employee, you'll have opportunities to participate in college events, clubs, and committees that foster engagement and connection. Guest speakers and professional development opportunities further enrich the experience, ensuring that both students and staff continue to grow and thrive.
Our History
Clover Park Technical College is located in Lakewood, Washington. Our college has a rich history of professional and technical education dating back to the 1940s, when Clover Park School District established a War Production program, training civilians as auto mechanics, aircraft-service mechanics, ship-fitters, welders and blueprint readers. Now, CPTC offers more than forty programs in Aerospace, Advanced Manufacturing, Health Sciences, Human Services, Business, Hospitality, Science Technology, Engineering, Transportation and Trades .CPTC has two campuses: Our main campus is located in Lakewood, WA and our South Hill Campus is located in Puyallup, WA. Learn more about Clover Park Technical College by visiting About CPTC.
Jeanne Clery Statement
Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report: Clover Park Technical College's Annual Security Report is available online athttp://www.cptc.edu/risk/safety/security.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clover Park Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and committed to principles of diversity. We consider applicants for all position without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran.
Non Discrimination Statement
Clover Park Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.
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Clover Park Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and committed to principles of diversity. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran.
Clover Park Technical College celebrates the many individuals that make up our community and embraces the opportunity to learn from both our differences and similarities. We welcome faculty who have a commitment to excellence in teaching and student learning and the ability to utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success. Given the diversity of our student population, we encourage applications from faculty who can adapt teaching methods to a wide range of student backgrounds and interests.
Jeanne Cleary Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report: Clover Park Technical College's Annual Security Report is available online at http://www.cptc.edu/risk/safety/security This report contains mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics and related information from the past two calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report call 253-589-5633/253-861-6464 or online at http://www.cptc.edu/risk/safety/security
Clover Park Technical College offers more than 120 certificates or degree offerings in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, health sciences, human services, business, hospitality, science, technology, engineering, transportation, and trades. Clover Park Technical College has two campuses to meet your needs: our main campus in Lakewood and our aviation-focused South Hill Campus just south of Puyallup and adjacent to Thun Field. We offer excellent, affordable education, hands-on training, nationally accredited programs, and faculty and staff that are among the most talented and innovative in the nation.
AFT Washington is a state federation affiliated with the 1.6 million American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO. We represent about 6,500 members including faculty from the community and technical colleges and pre-K through 12 classified employees. We also jointly represent professors at Eastern, Central, and Western Washington universities and The Evergreen College with the Washington Education Association. The mission of AFT Washington is to voice the ideals of our locals and members for workplace fairness and social justice while strengthening and focusing their collective power to attain those ideals.
