Student Program Coordinator, Upward Bound
Student Program Coordinator, Upward Bound
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Job Description
Upward Bound is a federally funded TRIO program which offers fundamental support to participates in preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their pre-college performance and ultimately in their higher education pursuits. Upward Bound serves high school students from low-income families; and high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelors degree. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education. At OU Upward Bound is housed within the Division of Access & Opportunity and collaborates with various services and academic units across campus.
Essential Duties:
Assists with planning development and implementation of designated student programs and services.
Assesses the needs of students and helps to develop and implement targeted programs and services.
Serves as liaison with offices on and off campus.
Counsels students facilitates support groups and advises student organizations.
Assists students in resolving academic problems and helps evaluate students for properplacement in class levels.
Conducts workshops seminars classes and other special programs for students.
Maintains records to include but not limited to: student files inventory personnel and other office files.
Assists with development and administration of office policies and procedures.
Researches collects and analyzes data or information and preparing reports or responses to inquires.
Creates student newsletters brochures handbooks and other publications.
May coordinate or assist in the coordination of special projects or student related events.
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
Required Education: Bachelors degree.
Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelors degree.
Skills:
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer skills including proficiency in navigating and maintaining databases.
- Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information.
- Highly organized and ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
- Ability to communicate well and build quickly with students faculty and staff.
Certifications:
- None
Working Conditions:
- Physical:
- Sit for long periods of time.
- Ability to bend lift stoop and carry.
- Ability to engage in repetitive motions.
- Environmental:
- Standard office environment.
- Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
Department Preferences:
- Masters degree or higher.
- 12-24 months working with high school students.
- Bilingual or some level of proficient Spanish speaking.
Supervision: No Supervisory Duties
Special Instructions:If you are selected as a final candidate for this position you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy visit You Belong at the University of Oklahoma:The University of Oklahoma values our communitys unique talents perspectives and experiences. At OU we aspire to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:The University in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex sexual orientation marital status genetic information gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law) age (40 or older) religion disability political beliefs or status as a veteran in any of its policies practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions employment housing financial aid and educational services.
Required Attachments
Documents required for this position are listed under the Required Attachments section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
