Bridge & Beyond Program Assistant

Livingstone College•Salisbury, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide support with correspondence(s), and filing. Maintaining confidentiality with all records: use of office technology; particularly associated with computer-assisted programs, and other skills as required by the details of the Bridge & Beyond Program. Perform routine clerical duties and provide input on data collection needs. Must know or learn Jenzabar Technology, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Requirements

Excellent verbal & written communications skills which includes the ability to speak standard English.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is imperative to know, including ability to learn Jenzabar technology.
Committed to working with college students with diverse educational, emotional, and social needs is crucial.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor degree preferred; equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
Experience in higher education in counseling, student support services or grant management a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support for the Bridge and Beyond Program, including scheduling, data entry, document management, and maintaining student records
Maintain inventory and purchasing plans for program materials, supplies, and equipment, and manage program purchasing processes
Compose routine correspondence, develop forms, create programs for special events, compile statistical reports, and record minutes from staff meetings
Assist with scheduling appointments for the Director and Assistant Director with students, staff, faculty, tutors, and campus partners
Maintain the annual program events calendar and assist with coordinating workshops, informational sessions, and program activities
Input student applications and required data into institutional systems and assist with tracking and assembling participant records and reports
Assist with planning and coordinating recruitment activities, campus visits, open houses, and student engagement events. Maintain regular communication with students, families, and campus partners via email, phone, and messaging platforms
Track student participation, attendance, and engagement and assist with program reporting and evaluation efforts. Support social media and promotional efforts to increase program visibility and student engagement
Assist with preparing materials for day-to-day operations, presentations, learning communities, and program events
Provide logistical support for events, including check-in, setup, transportation coordination, and communication with participants
Collaborate with program staff to support student retention, persistence, and overall program success
Ability to work during the academic year, summer, evenings, and weekends in accordance with the academic calendar and program needs.
Other duties as assigned.