Position Vacancy Announcement:

Florida A&M University is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Coordinator, Academic Programs vacancy.

Requirements

This position reports to the Director of the Upward Bound Math Science Program. The person in this position will do the following:
Work with the contacts at each target school to recruit 70 program participants and establish a waiting list of alternate participants that can be used to replace participants that graduate or opt out of program services.
Develop and maintain an active/current roster both for the academic year and summer residential components of the program where at least 2/3 of the students meet the criteria of first-generation and low-income. The other 1/3 of program participants must meet at least one of the criteria.
Assist the program director with the collection of student-related data (i.e. report cards, transcripts, etc.) used for program acceptance, progress monitoring and reporting purposes.
Recommend and/or develop an appropriate assessment inventory for career selection, Individual Education Plans (IEP) and personal counseling such that the program participants will have the necessary tools for success
Responsible for planning educational and cultural activities for program participants during the academic and summer residential programs
Provide students, target school administrators, parents, and other stakeholders with necessary information and materials relevant to student program participation
Develop necessary materials for proper program implementation, including but not limited to flyers, surveys, and other materials as needed
Evaluate all program participants to determine if performance outcomes have been met such that the students can be considered to be college-ready by the senior year of high school.
Assist program participants and parents with standardized test preparation, college application completion, financial aid completion and other activities as deemed necessary to ensure that senior program participants are prepared for college admissions

Performs related duties as required or deemed appropriate to the accomplishment of the goals and objectives of the Upward Bound Math Science Program.
Other duties as assigned by the Program Director. Must work under rules of confidentiality and in compliance with Federal Grant Regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and two years of related experience; or a master's degree in appropriate area of specialization.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates who have experience with TRIO, federal grant programs, or low-income, first-generation students, or programs; were former TRIO and Upward Bound Math/Science participants; or have overcome barriers similar to the target population are preferred.
Master's degree in education or a related field and two years of experience with counseling, tutoring, and needs assessment or a bachelor's degree in secondary education or a related field and a minimum of fours years of experience where counseling, tutoring, and/or needs assessment were required.

Other Information

This position requires work beyond the normal forty hour work week, requiring some nights and weekends throughout the year. The position also requires some travel with students as well as for professional conferences.

Recommended Competencies

Knowledge of applicable computer software
Knowledge of college admissions and high school graduation requirements
Knowledge of processes for applying for student financial aid
Knowledge of state and national standardized tests
Ability to conduct academic and career counseling with high school students
Ability to foster relationships with university, community, and target school personnel
Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments
Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and on a team
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in conducting workshops and seminars for participants
Knowledge of college and program policies, procedures, and regulations

Administrative and Professional and A&P Executive Service (A&P EX) positions are considered contractual. Terms and conditions are generally recognized by contract for a specific period of time or contracts renewed on an annual basis. Certain benefits, amount of leave, and notification of termination are exclusive to the pay plan.

In accordance with Florida Statute 112.219, relevant work experience may substitute for the required education: 4 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s, or 6 years in lieu of a Master’s.

How to Apply:
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Workday. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.

Conditions of Employment:
Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.

Reasonable Accommodation:
If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.

Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University:

Florida A&M University is an equal opportunity employer.