(Part-time) TRIO ETS Middle School Program Coordinator

Shasta College•Redding, CA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The TRIO ETS Middle School Program Coordinator provides comprehensive academic, college, and career readiness services to program participants. This position is responsible for student outreach, recruitment, academic advising, career exploration, tutoring, workshops, field trips and events, and ongoing case management for a cohort of middle school students at select south Shasta County middle schools. This position works closely with school sites, families, and community partners to advance program objectives. This job class requires knowledge of college access service delivery and the ability to effectively relate to a diverse student population. This part-time, non-benefited position is in-person, on-site at select south Shasta County middle schools. This is an academic year position (mid-August through early June), 28 hours per week, 4 days per week. Under the direction of an area administrator, plan, organize, coordinate, develop, implement, and oversee the day-to-day operations of a variety of student services programs and areas, serving as a liaison for students. Performs a variety of complex and highly responsible administrative and program support for assigned student services program or location. Initiates, develops and maintains strong relationships with students to ensure student access and success within specific program guidelines. Actively collaborates with the director, external educational staff, and internal program staff to identify and use innovative and engaging practices to maximize student success especially for students whose backgrounds have not prepared them for college readiness. Demonstrates leadership to encourage and model a holistic approach to programming and student support. This job class is a classified administrator position and requires strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Promotes a positive atmosphere and facilitates cooperation and collaboration as a representative of the assigned program in interactions with the campus community and outside agencies and schools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in education, social science, or a related field
Demonstrated experience in building positive relationships, motivating and supporting low income and potential first generation students
Experience developing and maintaining effective working relationships with school and community personnel
Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, as well as staff members and students with physical and/or learning disabilities.
Knowledge of the K-12 California public educational system as well as community college, UC, CSU, and private postsecondary systems
Knowledge of general academic and financial assistance procedures
Knowledge of Federal, state, and district regulations and laws regarding assigned program goals and objectives, California Education Code, Title 5, and the Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Knowledge of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of K-12 and community college students
Knowledge of specialized technical and administrative principles, practices, and procedures of the assigned programs
Knowledge of computer and applicable software programs including database, spreadsheet, and word processing software
Knowledge of support service needs and resources for students from backgrounds that have not prepared them for college readiness
Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary for oral and written professional communication
Knowledge of public speaking and basic marketing
Ability to engage, motivate and empower others, particularly students whose backgrounds have not prepared them for postsecondary educational settings
Ability to relate well and work effectively in a collaborative manner with all segments of the K-12 and college community
Ability to promote inclusion and contributions of individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds
Ability to conduct program activities in alignment with funding objectives and budget
Ability to plan, organize, and complete assignments with limited supervision, while meeting deadlines and specific program goals and objectives
Ability to read, understand, analyze, and apply complex written materials
Ability to research, compile, evaluate, and verify a variety of data and information
Ability to interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of assigned program
Ability to communicate effectively in written correspondence and verbal presentations
Ability to exercise sound judgment in the security of confidential information and the determination of need for student referrals to professional and community services

Nice To Haves

Significant experience in coordinating and implementing programs designed to assist students in post-secondary education
Experience managing a caseload of students, working with individuals as well as groups

Responsibilities

Provides guidance for assigned program or location, implementing specific activities and services to promote post-secondary enrollment, student success, and follow up and retention interventions
Assists students in understanding and navigating academic and college systems, including admissions, financial aid, academic counseling, course registration, and college support programs
Provides day-to-day leadership and works with staff to ensure a high performance, customer service-oriented work environments
May oversee hiring, onboarding, supervision, and evaluation of classified staff and student workers
Monitors student academic performance and engagement, providing guidance and referrals to tutoring and available resources as needed
Identifies and actively recruits qualified students, assisting students and parents with application paperwork, and making recommendations for final selection into assigned program
Oversees the creation and maintenance of student program-related records and contacts; follow proper paperwork and record keeping processes and adhere to all program deadlines
Assists in preparing announcements, newsletters, and other forms of communication regarding program-related events, activities, and initiatives.
Coordinates events and services related to high school completion and transition to post-secondary education
Plans, coordinates, and participates in field trips and campus tours
In collaboration with appropriate manager/supervisor, gathers, reviews, and maintains student success data, makes recommendations for implementing initiatives to promote student success, and identifies tools including technology to track support services and outcomes
Promotes post-secondary access by involvement in various community and public school forums, boards, and committees
Research and consult with college and community support services and organizations to identify available resources and address student needs
Understands and implements all processes necessary for achieving grant and funding objectives where applicable
Works collaboratively with college and community educators on referrals and student records
Coordinates and leads individual meetings and/or small group workshops for students, and community members on topics related to access to post-secondary education