Coordinator

Arizona State University•Phoenix, AZ

2d•$47,000•Onsite

About The Position

ASU TRIO Programs seeks a Coordinator for the Upward Bound Tolleson at Downtown (UBT) program. Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Coordinator develops, implements, and oversees secondary and postsecondary academic advising components as well as coordinates the tutorial/lab components and workshops, conducts academic testing for all program participants, provides “College Planning” course instruction, monitors academic progress, prepares for and conducts “High School/College Success” parent/participant conferences, compiles and analyzes statistical data, and assists in various other related duties such as coordinating with and supporting other ASU TRIO programs which generate in providing participants with skills and the motivation necessary to enter and complete a program of secondary and postsecondary education. The ideal candidate must work well in a fast‐paced, flexible environment, provide a high level of customer service to both the university and external communities, and make strong contributions both as an individual and as a team player. Work location is primarily at the Downtown campus; however, incumbent may be required to regularly travel to off-campus to event sites as needed, and other ASU campuses, as needed. Transportation will not be provided by the department/ASU. This position is a Full/Part time position from Monday thru Friday 8AM to 5PM, evenings and weekends may be occasionally be required. Flexible work arrangements are available in an alternative or hybrid schedule but will be based on the work and the needs of the university and department operations and pending leadership approval.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Nice To Haves

Experience with TRIO, educational equity organizations and/or similar college preparatory programs
Experience with high school students (i.e., youth between the ages of 13 to 19 years old)
Experience with diverse populations particularly those from low-income family backgrounds and first-generation to attend postsecondary institutions
Experience with “high academic risk for failure” students and knowledgeable on high school curriculums and administrative procedures
Demonstrated knowledge of financial aid, such as FAFSA and scholarships
Experience in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the program's target population
Evidence of a Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education or related field
Experience in using use of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Access), social media (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.), G Suite (e.g., Google Drive, Gmail, Hangouts, etc.) and ASU computer systems (e.g., Peoplesoft, Salesforce, Canvas, Zoom, Slack, etc.)
Evidence of effective oral and written communication skills
Evidence of being bilingual English/Spanish – speak, read, and write
Experience with completing assigned projects in a timely manner and work well under priority deadlines
Experience with grant writing, preferably federal grants
Experience in planning, scheduling, and supervising the work of others

Responsibilities

Prepare for and implement the annual student recruitment cycle and orientation of program participants and parents.
Develop, implement, and oversee the high school academic advising component. (i.e., monitor high school progress of participants towards graduation and postsecondary admission requirements, supervise supplemental instruction program, develop and maintain working relationships with high schools and postsecondary institutions, arrange and conduct academic progress meetings with participants and their instructors/counselors, maintain academic files, advise program staff on participants’ academic status and needs, prepare data reports regarding academics).
Coordinate the tutorial/lab components; train, supervise and evaluate assigned staff.
Organize, coordinate and conduct pertinent academic testing for all program participants as required; gather, evaluate, analyze and report testing data.
Teach the program’s “College Planning” courses; prepare curriculum, assignments, classroom activities and materials including FAFSA and financial literacy components.
Plan, coordinate and execute enrichment activities that will foster and encourage personal (i.e., intellectual, cultural, and social) development as well as help solidify the participants’ desire/pursuit of a postsecondary education.
Prepare for and conduct “High School/College Success” parent/participant conferences as well as assist with the coordination of parent/participant workshops.
Direct and implement retention and tracking data-gathering activities pertaining to program past participants; compile statistical data and prepare data analysis reports.
Develop, implement, and oversee postsecondary academic advising and financial assistance components.
Assist the Program Director in preparing proposals and reports as required by the U.S. Department of Education, Arizona State University, and other organizations.
Present workshops for community, university, state and/or regional/national associations.
Serve on university committees and participate in local, state and regional/national professional organizations.
Research, develop, implement and assess programs
Develop budgets and monitor expenditures
Supervise students and/or staff
Develop and deliver presentations to groups
Perform all other related duties as assigned