Coordinator for High School Programming

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Coordinator for High School Programming is a key member of the Office for Educational Outreach and Pathway Initiatives. This position will assist in the development and implementation of office pathway/pipeline and outreach programs. Work includes recruiting students for and implementing programs targeting high school youth, including populations from underrepresented and underserved groups (first generation, lower income, etc.) in STEM and healthcare fields. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to expanding access to education and creating pathways into STEM and healthcare careers. In this role, you will directly impact high school students by leading programs that support college readiness, career exploration, and successful transitions into higher education, especially for students who face increased barriers to opportunity. As the Coordinator for High School Programming, you will lead key initiatives within the CU Pre-Health Scholars Program, including summer and Saturday programming, while building partnerships across campus and the community. This role offers a balance of program leadership, student engagement, and operational experience and is well suited for someone who is passionate about education, enjoys working with students, and is looking to grow their skills.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in education, communication, sociology, ethnic studies, women and gender studies, psychology, health sciences, physical sciences, public administration, higher education, counseling, hospitality, art, human services, student affairs, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
Two years of professional experience working in higher education, middle schools, pre-collegiate programs, and community-based organizations or closely related professional settings, and experience mentoring employees or volunteers.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s Degree in K-12 Education, M.A. Ed., STEM Education, Higher Education, Counseling Education, Social Work Student Affairs, Public Health, or a related field.
Experience with evaluation and data management.
Experience providing case management services and advising students with the college admissions and financial aid application process.
Bilingual.
Proficiency in a second language (written and verbally)
Knowledge of youth participatory action research practices

Responsibilities

Oversee a college readiness program based on student empowerment that will lead to successful entrance and graduation from college for high school age participants.
Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the CU Pre-health Scholars Program (CUPS)/High School Track.
Plan, implement and coordinate the high school program, maintain current records on student participation and alumni progression towards a career in health care, and assist participants with college transition and connection to office undergraduate or other key pathway/pipeline programs.
Manage undergraduate cohort leads (student employees).
Respond to in-person, written, and telephone requests from students, applicants, colleagues, and other university personnel.
Help solve problems for faculty, staff and students and walk-ins.
Manage BAND app communications and scheduling.
Manage high school attendance records.
Assist in coordinating and disseminating online forms and surveys through FormStack, Qualtrics and other university platforms.