TRiO McNair Program Coordinator

State of Virginia • Norfolk, VA

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About The Position

The McNair Scholars Program Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the successful implementation of the federally funded Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program at Old Dominion University. The Coordinator works collaboratively with program staff, faculty mentors, and campus partners to coordinate and deliver individualized services that prepare first-generation, income-eligible, and underrepresented students for graduate and doctoral study. This position is responsible for coordinating daily operations, maintaining student records, and implementing high-impact services including advising, graduate school preparation, research engagement, and academic support. The Coordinator manages a caseload of participants and supports them through tailored academic planning, mentoring, and enrichment opportunities aligned with the McNair grant objectives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in higher education administration, student development, counseling, social work, STEM, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience providing academic, career, and financial advising to underrepresented college students.
• Experience supporting students with scholarly engagement, graduate admissions, and financial aid.
• Experience coordinating mentoring, academic support, and tutorial services.
• Familiarity with student needs assessments, academic planning, and learning strategies.
• Knowledge of graduate school application procedures, timelines, and resources.
• Ability to track student retention, graduation, and outcomes.
• Proficiency in maintaining caseloads, documenting services, and managing data for compliance.
• Knowledge of the challenges and barriers faced by first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with diverse student populations, faculty, and staff.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with TRIO programs or other federal college access and success initiatives.
• Experience in collegiate teaching, research mentorship, or coordinating undergraduate research programs.
• Knowledge of national research presentation opportunities and graduate school funding resources.
• Familiarity with non-cognitive coaching strategies including motivation, advocacy, and goal tracking.
• Former participant in a TRIO or similar program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, career, and graduate school advising to McNair Scholars, with attention to individual needs and long-term goals.
• Support students in identifying appropriate graduate programs, preparing application materials, and navigating the admissions and funding processes (e.g., fellowships, assistantships).
• Coordinate individualized degree planning and needs assessments to promote retention and timely graduation.
• Assist students in developing strong non-cognitive skills such as goal-setting, time management, and resilience.
• Maintain a caseload of participants and provide consistent, documented services and follow-up.
• Coordinate the delivery of McNair workshops, seminars, mentoring sessions, and academic events.
• Support logistics for the Summer Research Institute, including faculty collaboration, student placements, travel arrangements, and research dissemination.
• Track student participation in program activities and support graduate school application progress.
• Assist with the coordination of national research conferences and scholarly presentation opportunities.
• Ensure alignment of program activities with McNair grant goals and federal guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records and data for all participant services in accordance with federal compliance requirements.
• Monitor academic progress, research engagement, and graduate school application outcomes.
• Assist in preparing data reports, performance updates, and information for the Annual Performance Report (APR).
• Develop and implement assessment and evaluation tools to improve service delivery and student outcomes.
• Work closely with the McNair Director, faculty mentors, and graduate school representatives to support participant development.
• Promote a student-centered culture of excellence, inclusion, and achievement.
• Support outreach and recruitment of eligible McNair participants.
• Maintain strong communication with university departments and external collaborators.
• Participate in professional development and training aligned with TRIO best practices.
• Represent the McNair program at events, conferences, and campus functions.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees