On-Site Junior Coordinator (Part-Time)

Kentucky State University•Frankfort, KY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The On-Site Junior Coordinator provides academic and student support to adults in custody participating in Kentucky State University's prison education program. The role maintains a consistent on-site presence at a correctional facility, provides academic advising, assists faculty, coordinates logistics, and facilitates communication among students, university personnel, and institutional staff. The coordinator typically works on site approximately two to three days per week, with remaining work conducted on campus or in an office environment. The position supports student advising and academic planning, coordination of correctional course offerings, tracking student progress, administrative documentation, reporting and compliance, and relationships with correctional administrators and community, reentry, industry, and educational partners. Additional responsibilities may include program recruiting, admissions, enrollment, reentry coordination, and developing promotional and educational materials. Duties may vary according to program and institutional priorities. The role is part-time, non-exempt, and classified as staff with a 12-month appointment. Standard work hours are 20 hours per week. The position requires travel between campus and correctional facilities, adherence to facility security procedures and protocols, and reliable transportation. Occasional flexibility outside regular hours may be needed for professional development, outreach, or student support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with students and institutional stakeholders.
Proficiency with relevant educational technology and administrative software.
Ability to maintain professional conduct within a correctional facility.
Ability to coordinate academic services between the university and external stakeholders.
Flexibility and adaptability in responding to program and institutional needs.
Reliable transportation for travel between campus and correctional facilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in higher education or correctional education is preferred.
Knowledge of academic and career advising, the FAFSA form, and admissions.
Understanding of pedagogical principles and best practices in engineering education.
Knowledge of curriculum development and assessment techniques.
Ability to collaborate across disciplines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Research skills, including the ability to conduct and publish original research and competence in securing research funding.
Team collaboration skills and ability to work effectively with colleagues, students, and industry partners.
Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to guide students in practical problem-solving exercises.

Responsibilities

Conduct research on best practices for supporting adults in custody and on the effectiveness of educational programs for incarcerated adults.
Participate in departmental and university committees and community or public service initiatives.
Engage in outreach and collaboration with industry partners and other stakeholders.
Advise and mentor students in their academic and professional development.
Maintain regular on-site office hours at a correctional facility and provide in-person academic and student support.
Serve as a liaison between incarcerated students and university faculty and staff.
Ensure timely communication and delivery of academic materials and resources.
Advise students on course selection, degree planning, admissions, financial aid, general academic concerns, and reentry planning.
Coordinate with Division Chairs to align correctional course offerings each semester.
Track academic progress and maintain documentation for incarcerated students.
Assist with reports, accreditation documentation, memoranda of understanding, and support files for off-site programs.
Support federal and state reporting requirements related to financial aid and program compliance.
Build and maintain professional relationships with correctional administrators, reentry organizations, and other partners.
Coordinate with community, industry, and educational institutions to support student outcomes.
Stay current with developments in prison education and higher education, and participate in relevant professional development.
Manage administrative components of the Correctional Education Program, including recruiting, admissions, enrollment, and reentry coordination.
Assist in developing promotional and educational materials for the program.
Maintain ongoing communication with the Coordinator for Work-Based Learning.
Perform other duties as assigned based on program and institutional priorities.