Academic Coordinator

Universities of Wisconsin • Stevens Point, WI

2d • $45,000 - $48,108

About The Position

The Academic Coordinator is responsible for providing direct services for the low-income, first generation-to-go-to-college high school participants as well as assisting the Upward Bound Director in planning, coordinating, and implementing academic, cultural, and social activities during both the academic year and six-week summer session. full position description available upon request to [e-mail]

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree plus relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience working with youth or educational programs.
• Demonstrated experience with planning events or group activities, promotion, and implementation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively with target school contacts and university colleagues.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently work in a team capacity
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong oral presentation and written communication skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be available for evening and weekend work, especially during the six-week summer session.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in education, counseling, or related field
• Demonstrated experience working with low-income, first-generation students and their families.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the college and financial aid application processes
• Demonstrated experience with planning academic programs and/or college access advising
• Federal TRiO Program experience

Responsibilities

• Develops, facilitates, and evaluates educational pre-college program content and materials
• Identifies opportunities for pre-college program improvement or new service development
• Schedules, secures, and communicates logistics and resources in support of educational program events and conferences
• Designs and drafts program specific materials and resources for an educational pre-college program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time