Coordinator, TRiO STEM-H

MSU Jobs•Starkville, MS

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator for TRiO STEM provides support and instruction to limited-income, first-generation college students in STEM fields. The Coordinator develops and administers programming to meet the needs of the TRIO STEM program participants. This individual also offers learning skills and study strategies to assist students in their academic endeavors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a field/discipline related to the position
One year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Experience working with students.
Ability to manage co-curricular activities and/or academic support programs.
Ability to analyze and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data.
Prioritizes tasks and delegates effectively.
Ability to use a variety of database and spreadsheet programs.
Ability to lead high-impact initiatives from conception to implementation.
Demonstrated ability to manage/coordinate multiple tasks.
Independent, self-starter with strong work ethic.
Excellent verbal and written skills.
Excellent presentation skills.
Ability to oversee and direct staff.
Demonstrated strong commitment to the mission of the Division of Access, Opportunity and Success.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Education or other field/discipline related to the position

Responsibilities

Determine eligibility for participation in the program by reviewing the applicant’s income, first-generation, and/or disability status.
Process student applications to ensure information is complete and maintain a database of TRiO STEM participants' information.
Create, develop, and implement career-readiness workshops/events/ field trips in STEM fields.
Assist in planning and coordinating STEM educational program activities for all participants.
Provides comprehensive academic, personal, STEM Careers, and financial aid counseling to each project participant.
Maintain STEM resources for students through program offices that include, but are not limited to, academic tutoring, research presentations, postsecondary preparation, financial literacy, academic advising, disciplinary resources, and FAFSA preparation assistance.
Monitors and document the academic progress of participants as they matriculate each semester.
Assists with TRiO Annual Performance Report and other grant maintenance, as needed.
Work collaboratively with other units on campus to create specialized academic initiatives, provide advocacy, expand awareness of services, and build a support network for TRiO STEM students.
Recruit, hire, train, and supervise student ambassadors.
Other duties as assigned.