Communications and Social Media Coordinator

Rocky Mountain College, a small liberal arts institution in Billings, Montana, is accepting applications for a Communications and Social Media Coordinator. This is an entry level position.

Key Responsibilities include:
• Assist in the development and creation of the institution’s strategic communication plan and social media content calendar;
• Manage and develop content for institutional media platforms including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube;
• Collaborate on college-wide integrated social media plans and campaigns with Alumni Relations, Advancement, Admissions and Athletics to promote institutional and departmental initiatives;
• Analyze results of social media content and campaigns utilizing native and third party data analytics tools, while regularly presenting results, key takeaways and associated recommendations for improvement;
• Work with an enthusiastic and dedicated Enrollment Services staff. Position Requirements:
 A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. • Ability to engage online audiences, specifically prospective students, as well as to provide valuable guidance on social media strategies to campus partners.
• Must be self-directed and able to work well with students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Experience in higher education is a plus.
• Is curious, driven to tell impactful stories, able to prioritize and think strategically and able to see the big picture while keeping a close eye on the details.
• Has proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and perform well on deadline as well as on long-term projects.

Miles Community College

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Job Description @  https://content.milescc.edu/Employment/JobDescriptions/RegistrarPD-June2020.pdf 

More Information @  https://www.milescc.edu/Employment/ 

During this time, counselors, students, parents, and members have asked for a place to host continue resources and updates from the campuses and other partners and agencies. 

• To perview these on-going updates and resources, visit our main website @
• http://montanacolleges.com/resources
  

Please email us any addtional resources you would like to share to:  amy.leary@montanacolleges.com.  Thank you for your team efforts during this unique time!

The National Association for College Admissions Counseling | NACAC is closely monitoring the evolving news about the coronavirus (COVID-19). See below for:
▶ Coronavirus and College Admission
▶ Updates on NACAC College Fairs and Conferences
▶ Information from Related Organizations
▶ Factors Affecting the College Admission Process
▶ Other Impacts
▶ Additional Resources

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In accordance with the CDC recommendations to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the MSCA Spring Conference has been cancelled. MSCA will issue full refunds to registrants starting this week. Refunds will be issued in the form of registration payment (i.e. credit cards will be credited, checks returned). 


MSCA knows how important professional development is for our members, therefore we will be working on duplicating the content of the conference in a “Virtual” Conference. Further communication about this opportunity will be heading your way in the coming weeks. 

In the meantime, for school counselors working to transition their programs online, check out the MSCA Resources and see here for help and resources from ASCA
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MORE INFORMATION

• Watch Ethical Considerations: School Counseling in a Virtual Setting and read FAQs on virtual school counseling
• Watch School Counseling in an Online Setting
• Watch Celebrate College Signing Day Online

Virtual School Counseling Resources

Planning for Virtual/Distance School Counseling During an Emergency Shutdown Download the PDF.
Webinar on Demand: School Counseling in a Virtual Setting
 Watch the webinar. Open to members and nonmembers.

Position Statement: The School Counselor and Virtual School CounselingRead the full position statement
Magazine Article: It’s a Virtual World 
Read the article.

Additional COVID-19 ResourcesHere are some suggestions and resources to consider as you provide support to your students regarding COVID-19. as well as links to other education-related organizations with valuable information to share. 

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Web CenterThis web center has been created to keep NASFAA members and the financial aid community updated on pertinent news related to the coronavirus (COVID-19). This web center is updated daily with new items marked as *NEW*.

NASFAA Articles & Statements

• *NEW* Lawmakers Urge ED to Exclude For-Profit Schools From COVID-19 Relief Funds
• *NEW* Cuts Expected for State Higher Education Funding in the Wake of COVID-19
• ED Releases Updated COVID-19 Guidance Addressing Verification, Need Analysis, Distance Education
• NASFAA Signs on to Letter Urging ED to Act Quickly in Dispersing Emergency Funds
• A Message From NASFAA About COVID-19 and Conference Travel
• NASFAA to Maintain Operational Continuity During HQ Closure
  
• See All NASFAA COVID-19 News Coverage
  

NASFAA Webinars

• COVID-19 and Federal Student Aid: The Latest Information
  April 14, 2020, 3:00 PM ET
• Follow-Up Webinar — COVID-19 and Federal Student Aid: What We Know
  Originally recorded April 2, 2020, now available on-demand.
• COVID-19 and Federal Student Aid: What We Know
  Originally recorded March 17, 2020, now available on-demand.
  • Transcript of Q&A Segment From March 17 Webinar
    
• See All NASFAA Webinars
  

NASFAA "Off The Cuff" Podcast Episodes

• Episode 141: 'COVID-19, A Step Too Far'
• Episode 140: 'This Too Shall Pass' - More on the Coronavirus and Title IV Disruptions
• Episode 139: Coronavirus Takes Center Stage at ED, on the Hill, and in the Private Sector
  
• See All Off the Cuff Episodes

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Attention Colleagues,
 
We are planning a VIRTUAL College Signing Day for Wednesday, May 6!
 
The Montana University System and Reach Higher Montana are partnering to celebrate all Montana High School Seniors who plan to commit to their post-secondary plans.  Please encourage every high school senior you know to visit ReachHigherMontana.org/classof2020 to learn more. All resources for student participation can be found at this website.  We want to make sure all Montana high school students can participate. Here are two quick, easy ways for your students to join the fun. Email the following to: Classof2020@ReachHigherMontana.org
 
High-quality video

• 10-second video that includes:
  • Your name
  • High school
  • What are your plans after high school (college, military, work) and why did you make those plans?

 
Written description

• Senior picture and a Word document (500 words max) with the following:
  • Your name
  • High school
  • What are your plans after high school (college, military, work) and why did you make those plans?

 
All materials are due no later than midnight on Wednesday, April 22, 2020.  Materials may also be mailed to: Reach Higher Montana, 40 West 6th Avenue, Helena, MT 59601.  All submissions received by Friday, April 10th, will be eligible for early bird drawings! Winners will be posted on ReachHigherMontana.org and will be shared on social media.  Students who send in a video or email will be entered into a random drawing for prizes including a $500 scholarship, a laptop and more!
 
We know there is great uncertainty in these times.  We also know that students may not have the technology resources to participate.  As such, we hope you will assist them as much as possible.  Please help us spread the word about this great opportunity by sharing this information with your students and their families via email and social media. 
 
How your schools can participate:
 

• Have your students email a copy of their videos to you and create your own "College Signing Day" video to share on social media.
• Join us Wednesday, May 6th on Facebook @ReachHigherMontana and use the hashtag #MTclassof2020.
• Together we can take this opportunity to highlight Montana’s graduates and help them celebrate their next steps!
• With questions, please contact Maria Lillrose at mlillrose@montana.edu. 

 
Maria Lillrose
College Access Manager
Educational Talent Search
Montana University System
Mlillrose@montana.edu
406-431-5057 cell
406-449-9138 office

ACT UPDATES
ACT is offering digital learning and workforce resources to assist students, teachers, schools and workers impacted by COVID-19.

We’re committed to serving community needs during this challenging time. The resources below are adaptable for use in home, through online learning and in workforce settings. Bookmark this page to stay on top of the ever-changing landscape as new resources and announcements are added.  To see a full list of updates and resources visit the link below: 
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SAT / THE COLLEGE BOARD UPDATES
Below you will find a summary updates relating to at-home digital AP exam and the AP Classroom supports. The full details of the update can be found on the AP Central Coronavirus Updates page.
At-Home Digital Exams:

• The 2019-20 AP Exam administration will be given from May 11-22. Make-up test dates will be from June 1-5. Each AP subject exam will be taken at the same day and time worldwide. The detailed schedule can be found here.
• Details on exam length, format, and structure can be found here.
• Student may take the exam at home or schools may coordinate and offer the exam at school (if open).
• Full details of exam specifications for each AP subject are posted on AP Central
  • Most AP exams will consist of a 45-minute exam consisting of 2 Free Response Questions (FRQ). Students are expected to access the testing platform 30 minutes prior the start of testing
  • Certain courses with portfolio submission will not have an AP exam and only rely on portfolio submissions.
  • World language and culture exams will only include two spoken tasks consistent with FRQs 3 and 4 of the traditional AP exam.
• All AP teachers will receive their students’ responses from the online exams.
• Information on exam security, exam fees/cancellations, subject specific details, etc. can be found on AP Central
• Online AP Courses continue to be available on AP's YouTube channel. These free lessons are delivered by AP teachers from across the country. The AP Course Schedule has been posted which now includes all AP courses.

AP Classroom Resources for Students and Teachers

• Resources for AP Teachers and AP coordinator have been posted on educators' section of the AP Central Coronavirus site. This includes:
  • Registration for the AP Coordinator webinar scheduled in April 10th
  • Resources for remote teaching through AP Classroom 

Summary of Key Links:

• AP Coronavirus Updates- General page where all information and updates are posted. All information can be accessed through this page.
• AP Coronavirus- Student Page
• AP Coronavirus- Educator Page
• AP Coronavirus- FAQ
• AP Customer Service:
  • Email: apexams@info.collegeboard.org  
  • Phone: +1-877-274-6474 
• MORE QUESTIONS CONTACT:  
• Andrew Bride Associate Director
  State and District Partnerships
  The College Board
  725 S. Figueroa Street, Ste 1700, Los Angeles, CA 90017
  T 213-219-3496
  abride@collegeboard.org
  
  

MCAN Executive Director Role Description

The Montana College Attainment Network is a diverse set of nonprofit, state government, higher and K12 education- based partners who work to support postsecondary attainment for all Montanans. The Executive Director is the primary contractor for this dynamic network and is responsible for advancing the mission of the network, strengthening industry partnerships and communicating the importance of meeting Montana’s workforce demands for credentialed, and degree holding citizens. This role has several primary responsibilities related to achieving the mission of the organization and advancing its goals. This document is not the exhaustive list of all possible duties, but is a broad overview of the work. This role will be part of a core team of MCAN employees and board leadership, including an AmeriCorps VISTA, a network manager, an accountant and board chair who will collectively work to move MCAN to its exciting next phase.

A unique role

• This position is very designed with an intentionally limited set of responsibilities in mind, and requires a professional who:
•  Is deeply committed to educational equity;  Is a strong communicator, both verbally and in writing;  Can work over distance with a team and board, and network;  Has an excellent depth of knowledge about Montana’s educational, geographic and cultural landscapes;  Works diligently with little direct supervision, in an organized and focused way;  Can effectively lead a set of strategies that substantially grow MCAN’s organizational capacity, both financial and human capital; and  Produces excellent results.

Background

• This position is specifically designed to carefully expand the financial capacity of MCAN through memberships, partnerships, and grants in just over a year’s time. The Executive Director will work with the team in leading efforts to maintain current programming, convene roles, and successfully expand the funding base for MCAN. The team members are outlined above, so they probably don’t need to be included here. This role will be expected to work between 5-10 hours/week and will be paid as an independent contractor. The individual will need to have a home office and equipment to execute the role successfully. The role will evaluated for results routinely, and success will be measured largely on fundraising and affiliate membership expansion. Performance will be reviewed informally once per month for the first three months. Pending successful monthly reviews, the position will be formally reviewed at six months and one year’s time. ED’s Charge It is the MCAN Board of Directors’ specific desire that MCAN’s Executive Director help develop the funding capacity for the currently limited position to turn into a full-time role and grow MCAN’s programmatic offerings. Once that funding base has been grown, the board is amenable to an expansion of time and commensurate pay, with the goal of building a traditional paid staffing structure.

Specific Tasks

• As the senior staff member in charge of the substantial task of growing MCAN’s funding base, and ability to carry out its mission, the Executive director will be directly responsible for:
•  Significantly expanding MCAN’s affiliate memberships;  Seeking and securing appropriate grant funding;  Leading conference and event sponsorships; and  Seeking and expanding MCAN’s strategic partnerships. Required Qualifications  3-5 years work experience within post-secondary education;  Post-secondary degree and/or significant experience in nonprofit management;  Experience in policy making/advocacy work;  Demonstrated budget management experience and fiscal integrity;  Proficient communication skills; and  Grant writing experience. Desired Qualification*  Established relevant relationships (e.g. with K-12, post-secondary, state government, nonprofit); and  Experience working with first generation/low income students

*Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to Amy Verlanic, MCAN Board President (averlanic@mtech.edu) by Friday, April 10th, 2020.

For more information visit: http://mtcollegeaccess.org/ or call 406-496-4289