Coord, Education Support

The University of New Mexico•Gallup, NM

13h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the UNM Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM. Funding is available through 08/31/2027, with continuance subject to the department's operational needs. The University of New Mexico's branch colleges serve the citizens of New Mexico by offering various educational programs. TRIO/Upward Bound is a federally funded program focused on providing opportunities for first-generation, low-income students, and students with disabilities to succeed in pre-college performance and higher education. TRIO/Upward Bound at UNM-Gallup is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Education Support Coordinator to join a team dedicated to creating pathways for college preparation and access for secondary school students. This role is essential for service delivery, student support, and program success. The Coordinator will assist the Director in providing administrative and academic support, coordinating and marketing academic programming, and assisting with program events, trips, workshops, and outreach activities.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher.
Demonstrated experience in assisting at-risk students and families.
Demonstrated experience interviewing students experiencing personal and academic issues.
Demonstrated experience coordinating and organizing education programs, meetings, and/or special events.
Demonstrated administrative support experience, to include purchasing, database management, record keeping, and fiscal support.

Responsibilities

Assist in the planning, organization, and implementation of the Upward Bound academic year and summer program component.
Develop promotional and marketing materials, educational information, newsletters, and brochures.
Develops and maintains records and databases on student and program activities, materials, equipment, and supplies; maintains documentation of students’ progress as well as alumni tracking.
Oversees participant application process; communicates with prospective participants, parents, school counselors, and other stakeholders.
Monitors and reconciles program fiscal services, including purchasing activities and student stipends.
Collaborate with Outreach Advisors to identify non-academic needs of program participants.
Connects participants to appropriate resources, tracks use of coordinated services, and provides specific referral services.
Develops and facilitates workshops on a variety of topics.