Job description
Neurodiversity Peer Mentor Support
Job ID: 16124 Location: Bellevue College Full/Part Time: Part Time Regular/Temporary: Regular
Position Summary
The Neurodiversity Navigators (NdN) Instruction & Classroom Support Tech 1 position, Neurodiversity Peer Mentor Support, is the focal point for the program for responding to routine program inquiries from internal and external parties, as well as responding to routine inquiries from lower-level staff. This position serves as a peer mentor for students and a substitute peer mentor when part-time peer mentors are absent. This position assists higher-level staff and reports to the NdN Director.
The Neurodiversity Peer Mentor Support position supports the work of lower-level part-time staff and provides direct student services as needed, on a drop-in basis, as a peer mentor, and as a substitute peer mentor. Their primary responsibilities include carrying a caseload of students, day-to-day facilities coordination, serving as a Front Desk monitor to welcome students, staff, and visitors, answering questions and guiding people to appointments and campus services. This position answers routine questions from the community, students, and part-time peer mentors. In this role, they also monitor and reply to routine queries from the NdN shared mailbox.
This position is scheduled to work 30 hours per workweek.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule
Position Salary Range: $2,807.25/month - $3,737.25/month
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. Individuals newly hired to Classified position are placed in a salary range based on the WPEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Competitive salary is within the Range stated above, and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Generous https://www.bellevuecollege.edu/hr/benefits/ 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 30 hours per workweek. This is a Classified, overtime eligible position and represented by the Washington Public Employee Association of Higher Education (WPEA-HE).
About The College
Bellevue College is a vibrant, student-centered institution located just 10 miles east of Seattle. Serving one of the most diverse student populations in Washington - we are proud to reflect the global community we serve.
As an employer, Bellevue College is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered. We believe that our faculty and staff are essential partners in fulfilling our mission, and we prioritize professional growth, collaboration, and innovation in everything we do. Employees at Bellevue College benefit from opportunities to expand their skills, contribute to meaningful work that changes lives, and engage in a community that is deeply committed to inclusion.
We are dedicated to creating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive, and where the contributions of every employee help shape both the success of our students and the vitality of the region. At Bellevue College, you will find a community that supports your goals, values your voice, and celebrates your impact.
For more about Bellevue College's impact, visit https://www.bellevuecollege.edu/facts/.
About the Department
Neurodiversity Navigators (NdN) is a well-established cohort program that provides educational opportunities and access support for all neurodivergent students taking any program of study at the College. NdN began in 2010 as a pilot program sponsored by a Foundation mini-grant and has grown to a nationally recognized program, serving approximately 150 students in its main program and over 300 students in tiered services.
The mission of NdN is to provide educational opportunities for Neurodivergent students to increase self-knowledge in the areas of executive functioning, self-regulation, social interaction, self-advocacy, and career preparation, along with advocacy and access support for students; and to actively promote a campus-wide environment that embraces students, faculty and staff with neurological differences. This supports the College¿s goals of bold innovation, removing barriers, and equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and resilience to thrive in an evolving world.
Essential Functions
Peer Mentor and Substitute Peer Mentor
Carry a caseload of 11-12 students, and when a peer mentor is absent from work, substitute for them. These duties will be performed in the following manner: Email and text message assigned students as needed.
- Meet with assigned students to support student access to academics and campus life.
- Utilize Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) to address barriers to success during meetings with students.
- Maintain contact with students until regular peer mentor has returned.
- Track student attendance and participation.
- Provide clear and accurate instructions for navigating Bellevue College programs, such as how to set up academic advising appointments or check for holds on student accounts.
- Write objective weekly reports to document student meetings.
General Administration
- Staff the Front Desk as needed.
- Perform opening and closing office duties, ensuring doors are locked, and more
- Track inventory, and report low amounts to Program Manager.
- Assist students in reserving rooms, and monitor room use.
- Direct students and staff to assigned meeting rooms.
- Respond to routine questions from students and staff.
- Refer students and staff to upper-level staff for complex concerns.
- Answer email and phone inquiries from faculty, staff, students, and the community in a timely fashion, and refer as appropriate.
- Provide information to the community about NdN services.
- Track registrations, send invitations, and take attendance at monthly information meetings.
- Develop email and text message templates and send to students and others as directed.
- Check office laptop computers in and out, maintain laptops and laptop cart and send to IT for updating as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate¿s degree and two (2) years¿ clerical experience. Any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience working with disabled students or other marginalized populations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite tools, including SharePoint, Microsoft Word, OneNote, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to complete complex word processing tasks such as merging and sorting, uploading and downloading and creating footnotes and outlines.
- Proficient at reading and writing; excellent composition, effective communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure, and problem solve student and customer related issues.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working with Autistic and / or Neurodivergent college students.
- Previous experience working within a social justice model of disability.
- Knowledge of college processes, procedures, and available student resources.
- Previous experience working with Target X and ctcLink.
- Training and experience with Collaborative Problem SolvingTM.
Conditions of Employment
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 https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080.
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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.
Other Information
- This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
- This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.
How To Apply
Applications received by 11/22/2026 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 will not be reviewed.) Please review https://www.bellevuecollege.edu/work-at-bellevue/applying-for-jobs-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
- Complete the Job Questionnaires
Contact:
If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at mailto:jobs@bellevuecollege.edu.
EEO Statement
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 https://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 mailto:hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu .
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