(Part-time) TRIO ETS Middle School Program Coordinator

Description of Basic Functions and Responsibilities

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.

Typical Duties, Knowledge and Ability

Essential Functions:

Provides guidance for assigned program or location, implementing specific activities and services to promote post-secondary enrollment, student success, and follow up and retention interventionsAssists students in understanding and navigating academic and college systems, including admissions, financial aid, academic counseling, course registration, and college support programsProvides day-to-day leadership and works with staff to ensure a high performance, customer service-oriented work environmentsMay oversee hiring, onboarding, supervision, and evaluation of classified staff and student workersMonitors student academic performance and engagement, providing guidance and referrals to tutoring and available resources as neededIdentifies and actively recruits qualified students, assisting students and parents with application paperwork, and making recommendations for final selection into assigned programOversees the creation and maintenance of student program-related records and contacts; follow proper paperwork and record keeping processes and adhere to all program deadlinesAssists 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 educationPlans, coordinates, and participates in field trips and campus toursIn 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 outcomesPromotes post-secondary access by involvement in various community and public school forums, boards, and committeesResearch and consult with college and community support services and organizations to identify available resources and address student needsUnderstands and implements all processes necessary for achieving grant and funding objectives where applicableWorks collaboratively with college and community educators on referrals and student recordsCoordinates and leads individual meetings and/or small group workshops for students, and community members on topics related to access to post-secondary educationKnowledge of:
The K-12 California public educational system as well as community college, UC, CSU, and private postsecondary systemsGeneral academic and financial assistance proceduresFederal, 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)Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of K-12 and community college studentsSpecialized technical and administrative principles, practices, and procedures of the assigned programsComputer and applicable software programs including database, spreadsheet, and word processing softwareSupport service needs and resources for students from backgrounds that have not prepared them for college readinessCorrect English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary for oral and written professional communicationPublic speaking and basic marketingAbility to:
Engage, motivate and empower others, particularly students whose backgrounds have not prepared them for postsecondary educational settingsRelate well and work effectively in a collaborative manner with all segments of the K-12 and college community Promote inclusion and contributions of individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgroundsConduct program activities in alignment with funding objectives and budgetPlan, organize, and complete assignments with limited supervision, while meeting deadlines and specific program goals and objectivesRead, understand, analyze, and apply complex written materials Research, compile, evaluate, and verify a variety of data and informationInterpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of assigned programCommunicate effectively in written correspondence and verbal presentationsExercise sound judgment in the security of confidential information and the determination of need for student referrals to professional and community servicesExperience/Education

Education/Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in education, social science, or a related fieldDemonstrated experience in building positive relationships, motivating and supporting low income and potential first generation studentsExperience developing and maintaining effective working relationships with school and community personnelDemonstrated 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.Experience Preferred:

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

To be considered a candidate for an Administrative position, the applicant must submit ALL of the following materials:

Online Application with the following materials attached:Cover letter addressing criteria listed in the position announcementCurrent resume and/or placement fileCollege transcripts (unofficial will be accepted at the time of application)

The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District ("Shasta College") does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, disability (physical and mental), pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Shasta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.