Coordinator of TRIO, Upward Bound

Tarrant County College DistrictMadison, WI
Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of TRIO programs, the Coordinator of TRIO, Upward Bound is responsible for coordinating all activities and services related to a specific Upward Bound grant program. This position provides educational and college preparatory services to assist high school students with completing their secondary education and enrollment into a post-secondary institution.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Three (3) years of experience working with students from various backgrounds specifically low-income or first-generation
  • One (1) year’s working experience in program coordination and management
  • Knowledge of student characteristics and campus/college programs
  • Skilled in communication and team building across all areas of the college
  • Ability to prepare/present programs to groups from various backgrounds
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to use Online Student Records Management Systems such as Blumen
  • Ability to work independently, follow established procedures and regulations, and use discretion and judgment
  • Ability to multi-task and work under conditions of high stress and high volume during peak periods.
  • Ability to work in a case management process environment
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
  • Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied and unpredictable in scope and volume
  • Ability to analyze data and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations

Nice To Haves

  • Master's degree in higher education, advising, counseling, social work, or related area
  • At least one (1) year’s working experience with the TRIO grant
  • At least one (1) year’s working experience in advising and/or providing support services to students from various backgrounds
  • At least one (1) year’s working experience with new student programs in a college or university setting
  • Bilingual English/Spanish conversational ability

Responsibilities

  • Conducts academic needs assessments and develops student educational plans
  • Coordinates special events, including college tours, field trips, educational and social issues workshops, and out-of-state trips
  • Develops program and event publication
  • Tracks academic progress of program participants
  • Tracks program graduates as they progress through post-secondary education
  • Engages in program recruitment
  • Maintains accurate records for grant compliance
  • Organizes annual, monthly, and weekly performance reports
  • Hires, trains, and oversees on-call staff assisting in grant program delivery
  • Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the Essential Performance Requirements
  • Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
  • Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
  • Supports the mission, values, and goals and principles of the College
  • Works under the general supervision of the Director of TRIO Programs
  • Performs Other Related Tasks as Required
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