High Impact Practices Manager

Bellevue College’s (BC) RISE Learning Institute helps facilitate the use of high-impact learning practices on campus. (RISE stands for Research, Innovation, Service, and Experiential learning.)  High-impact practices include such practices as undergraduate research, community engaged and civic education, project-based learning, work-based learning, and career exploration.  High impact practices such as these have been shown to increase student engagement and retention and provide greater access to education for demographic groups who have been historically marginalized through prior systems and experiences.  The RISE Learning Institute serves as a hub for hands-on learning, career exploration, learning communities, and community engagement.  

The Manager for High Impact Practices (HIP) will work with the Associate Dean to provide day-day leadership, training, technical assistance, and implementation support to help increase faculty use of high impact practices in classes at Bellevue College.   

They will also help the staff of RISE and other BC units become more skilled with such approaches and tools. The Manager will pursue research and development regarding HIPs and package that knowledge for BC faculty, staff, and administration.  The HIP Manager will also help faculty convert HIP research into practice, through informational trainings, professional development opportunities, relationship building, marketing and communications, support for faculty learning communities, professional development, and by celebrating HIP successes on campus and the in the greater community at large.  

The Manager may have expertise in one or more HIPs or be new to the concept. The Manager must be able to demonstrate a passion for educational change/advancement through HIPs, a willingness to pursue research, writing and training regarding HIPs, help college stakeholders convert HIP research to practice, and serve as a champion for HIPs at Bellevue College.  This position requires equal acumen in research and relationship building on our campus, a dedication to evaluation and benchmarking, and a willingness to lead both small and large-scale efforts to build a culture of HIPs at Bellevue College.   

This is a permanent position contingent upon continued funding.

Position Salary Range: $61,467/year - $86,054/year

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hires start no higher than $67,614 based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position may be eligible for the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act; salaries below the WA State Salary Threshold  is eligible for overtime pay.

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals , diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College .

The RISE Learning Institute, a part of the Connected Learning Division, works across Bellevue College and with the surrounding community to provide opportunities for students to learn through experiences, with the goal of helping them identity, articulate, build, and apply strengths. RISE builds cross campus collaborations, innovative programs, and community connections to provide transformative learning experiences for students. By fostering Research, Innovation, Service, and Experiential Learning (RISE), the RISE Institute helps students develop skills that can help them succeed during and after their time at Bellevue College.

Program Leadership

• Work with the Associate Dean to develop an annual HIP workplan with goals.
• Leads the program with a focus on inclusion, equity and serving a diverse community of students and faculty.
• Identify and manage faculty HIP leads, if funded, and develop sub-workplans with these faculty as appropriate.
• Manage budgets in accordance with workplans and goals.
• Create strategic plans, annually, to grow HIPs on the BC campus.
• Create evaluation benchmarks for HIP acceptance and outcomes on campus.
• Identify the growth and success of HIPs on campus in qualitative and quantitative ways.
• Market the benefits of HIPs on the BC campus and to additional internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage the College’s Galaxy Digital volunteering software and work to incentivize the use of the software by students and faculty.

Event Leadership and Management

• Work with stakeholders to organize and implement the online and in-person quarterly Making Learning Visible student showcase.
• As funded and determined by the Associate Dean, organize and implement a number of faculty engagement strategies, including Faculty Immersions to learn more about community needs, Faculty leads for HIPs, faculty learning communities, etc.
• Design and implement campus-wide workshops and events focusing on undergraduate research, community engagement and civic education, project-based learning, and career development.
• Assure that events and curriculum are open and accessible to all students, and encourage participation from marginalized populations.
• Develop partnerships with external agencies to foster service learning for students.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other college departments (e.g., Institutional Advancement, Office of Diversity and Equity) regarding external partnership, professional development, etc.

HIP Research and Development          

• Consult the peer-reviewed research literature regarding HIPs and convert this research and recommendation to actionable practices at BC.
• Develop HIPs which focus on diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Develop relationships with other 2-4 year institutions in the region and nationally to determine best practices in HIPs and bring these relationships and approaches to BC faculty.
• Attend regional, state, and national trainings as necessary to stay abreast of HIP research and practices.
• Encourage faculty implementation of HIPs on campus.
• Work with BC’s Effectiveness, Research, and Analytics department to set up protocols to benchmark and evaluate HIP effectiveness at BC.

Other Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning. Any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience implementing one or more educational enhancement/change strategies in secondary or higher education.
• Effective complex project management skills that involve multiple stakeholders and external partners.
• Experience setting up and managing online or in-person workshops and events for multiple stakeholders.
• Experience introducing others to new concepts and approaches, including making public presentations.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse colleagues and/or students in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Experience incorporating equity and cultural diversity into programs.
• Experience building relationships with educational, non-profit, and employer partners.
• Experience making significant contributions to cross-unit teams and initiatives.
• Effective written, verbal, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Experience using HIPs in higher education settings.
• Record of active contribution to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, whether through leadership, professional service, or community engagement.
• Demonstrated track record of engaging and/or motivating diverse faculty in a higher education environment.
• Experience leading faculty professional development initiatives and approaches.
• Experience leading change management strategies in complex work settings.
• Advanced computer skills including spreadsheets, databases, results tracking software.
• Experience creating and/or managing grants, contracts, and other funding proposals.

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law .

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Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. 

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

Applications received by 04/25/2024 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled.

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips  before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.

Required application materials:   

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume
• Attach a Diversity Statement (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) that addresses the following: Describe and provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background or philosophy demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Bellevue College
• Complete Job Questionnaires if applicable

Contact: 

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to [email protected] .

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/ . The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact [email protected]  .