"Academic Coordinator, Veterans Upward Bound/TRIO"

Job Description Summary

This is a grant funded position with a performance period of 09/01/2021 – 08/31/2027. The grant may be renewed after the grant period is over. Provides academic support and services to eligible program participants by maintaining positive relationships and monitoring participants' academic progress. Responsible for planning, facilitating, and supervising project activities and events, field trips and college visits during the academic year and summer component.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution, plus three years full-time or equivalence part-time experience in providing direct services in an educational or social service environment working with first generation and or veteran populations (teaching/tutoring); or a combination of education and experience for a total of 7 years.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of secondary student development theory and /or personality theory.
• Excellent listening and guidance skills, ability to easily relate to adult learners.
• Ability to communicate orally and in written format.
• Ability to use current Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Ability to organize and implement activities for veteran students.
• Ability to perform detailed work independently, and cooperatively in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with respect to participant's academic and personal information.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate a positive attitude and maintain flexibility in program planning.
• Must have experience or demonstrated ability to work effectively with veterans from diverse backgrounds including African American, Asian, and Latino.
• Experience organizing/managing events and field trips involving large groups desirable.
• Experience or training designing academic curriculum (secondary curriculum preferred) or corporate professional development components.
• Knowledge or experience in college admissions and financial aid.

Job Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Must possess the ability to continually record information, such as draft correspondence/reports/documents/policies/procedures, conduct interviews, prepare case narratives, or prepare other lengthy documents using handwritten or mechanical means.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.
• Valid Driver's License required – this position requires regular travel to assigned target areas in the District of Columbia, Maryland and other local area(s).
• Must be willing to operate college vehicle(s) or rental vehicles when needed.
• Some evening and weekend hours required during the academic year, and extended hours during the summer component.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Effective August 8, 2022, Prince George's Community College's current vaccine mandate expired for students, faculty, and staff. Select exceptions may apply. Face coverings will be voluntary campus-wide, including in classrooms and instructional spaces. Although the College will no longer require new employees and students to be vaccinated as a condition of employment or instruction based on current public health conditions, COVID-19 vaccines and boosters are strongly recommended. Application Status; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.