Program Coordinator I

Job Title

Program Coordinator I

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Special Programs

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Coordinator of Student Engagement is a full-time, grand funded position. The Upward Bound Math and Science Programs at Texas A&M University-Kingsville provide services to generate in participants the skills and motivation necessary to complete a program of secondary education and to enter and succeed in a program of postsecondary education. Upward Bound Math & Science is a component of the federal TRIO* Program. The Coordinator of Student Engagement identifies, recruits and serves a caseload of Upward Bound Math & Science Program participants; provides academic, college, career, financial aid advising and other technical assistance to participants to promote high school graduation, college enrollment and degree attainment. Coordinates the Saturday Academy, Summer Component and other special events.  Oversees advising, tutoring services and data entry according to program rules and regulations. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Creates purposeful interactions between students and academic institutions to design individualized, student-centered educational plans that lay the foundation for student success. Accesses the academic and supportive needs of the project participants. 

• Provides academic support for high school curriculum and assists in providing academic enrichment sessions i.e. study skills workshops, computer skills workshops, writing workshops. 

• Develops and implements components of the program to include cultural, social and academic enrichment activities. 

• Develops and administers curriculum appropriate to meet the individual needs of participants; works in collaboration with high schools, TAMUK faculty/staff as needed. 

• Coordinates and promotes recruitment events at designated high schools. 

• Reviews program applications, interviews students and parents, and ensures that documentation is complete and in compliance with rules and regulations.   

• Assists students in addressing problems and connects them with appropriate support services. 

• Provides goal-oriented advising prior to the first year to foster informed choices in students’ educational planning and career exploration. 

• Develops tutoring schedules based on individual student needs and academic preparation.  

• Oversees collection of data and enters data related to the program goals and objectives in preparation of the Annual Performance Reports that are submitted to the U.S. Department of Education.   

• Develops plans and publicity through various forms of communication, including social media.  

• Coordinates project activities and services according to rules and regulations. 

• Advises and trains student tutors and/or peer mentors to promote and facilitate program.   

• Develops innovative strategies to increase participation in the Upward Bound Math & Science Programs.    

• Ensures that all services and activities are in alignment with Federal Grant and University Rules and Regulations. 

• In coordination with administrative support, assists in updating the Upward Bound Math & Science handbook. 

• Plans and delivers educational seminars, workshops, and activities and academic classes for the Upward Bound Math & Science Programs.   

• Creates, implements, and assesses awareness programming for participants in an effort to meet clearly defined program objectives. 

• Provides high quality customer service to prospective Upward Bound Math & Science participants, students, the university and the community. 

• Provides general information about financial aid and scholarship requirements and processes, as well as other options for financing education. 

• Assists in coordinating the Saturday Academies held throughout the academic year and the Summer Component program during the summer months.  

• Coordinates and participates in field trips to enhance social and academic skills; college visits, cultural and community activities and career exploration.   

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

 

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned which support the purpose and initiatives of the Upward Bound Math & Science Program and Texas A&M University-Kingsville. 

 

Additional Responsibilities 

The minimum requirements are based upon PWC standards, the essential requirements are based upon required grant qualifications. 

 

Minimum Requirements 

Education – Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Experience – Two years of program administration experience. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 

Knowledge of - Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Ability to - Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Skills in - Skills in verbal and written communication skills.   

Preferred Requirements 

Education - Bachelor's degree required in education, psychology, or related field from an accredited college/university. Master's degree preferred.  

Experience - Minimum of one to two years of professional experience working in a TRIO federal program or similar program; experience providing case management services and advising students with the college admissions and financial aid application process.  Professional or personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those facing project participants. 

 

Other Requirements 

Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. 

 

*Texas A&M University-Kingsville TRIO positions are contingent upon grant funding. 

 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.