"Coordinator 2, Bruin Scholars Program"

Salary: $51,026.49 Annually

Location: Taylorsville Campus, UT

Job Type: Exempt Full Time

Job Number: 202500581

Division: Student Affairs

Department: Student Success

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA Exempt

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Bruin Scholars Program Coordinator 2 will coordinate asset-based, student-centered programming to support a cohort of first-generation, low-income, transferring out of foster care and SLCC students in general to succeed at SLCC. Critical responsibilities for this position include (1) Case management of PACE Bruin Scholars and Bruin Scholars including individualized mentoring and support, (2) designing and delivering programming to ensure students gain access to critical college and career success knowledge and skills, and (3) leveraging data and reporting tools (i.e., MySuccess software technology) to identify, track and document challenges students are facing in their academic journey and collaborate with others to mitigate these challenges.

The Coordinator will be part of a team who supports the success of students by preparing new and returning students to thrive in higher education. The Coordinator will be part of this team and work collaboratively to implement elements of a comprehensive student success plan, which includes new student orientations, a summer bridge intervention, the Bruin Scholars program, peer mentoring, and college success workshops.

This is a one-year temporary position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities

The Bruin Scholars Program Coordinator 2 must:

• Motivate, encourage, mentor, and teach students how to navigate Salt Lake Community College to successfully transfer or gain meaningful employment.
• Create and advocate for a welcoming environment for Salt Lake Community College students.
• Understand higher education and student affairs functions, including admissions, orientation, registration, financial aid, placement, academic advising, basic needs, on- and off-campus resources, and college policies and procedures.
• Possess knowledge of PACE & Bruin Scholars Programs, SLCC credit and clock hour programs of study, courses, and career pathways and careers.
• Commit to creating an environment where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported.
• Demonstrate initiative, creativity, teamwork, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
• Employ excellent communication skills, including active listening and responding skills.
• Feel comfortable using technology.
• Be dependable, have excellent organizational skills, and pay close attention to details.
• Participate in ongoing professional development sessions.
• Be familiar with student development and student retention theories.
• Participate in ongoing professional development sessions.

Candidate should possess the ability to:

• Communicate effectively (in writing and verbally) with a wide range of diverse individuals.
• Provide excellent customer service and one-on-one consultations with students.
• Case manages 120 to 300 students providing care and support toward academic, social, and life skills development.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop programming for student success, college access, and career exploration.
• Maintain and update student files, including recording all interactions with students in the MySuccess case management database.
• Work collaboratively with other high school PACE staff, Office of Student Success staff, and other campus partners.
• Assess the needs of students and create interventions or services to meet these needs.
• Organize, process, and disseminate significant amounts of information accurately and when relevant to students.
• Work well under pressure and function independently with integrity under general supervision.
• Utilize basic computer operating systems (e.g., Microsoft Office Word, Publisher, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) (i.e., Student Access, MySuccess, and Banner).
• Train, coach, and supervise the work of peer mentors.
• Prioritize assignments, plan, and carry projects to completion.
• Learn quickly, work well under pressure, and work ethically with confidential information.
• Advocate for all students, prioritizing students who may be at risk of leaving college.
• Assist in planning and facilitating academic recovery programming and coaching for students.
• Evaluate student success interventions and create reports and establish recommendations.
• Work a flexible schedule which may include mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences to build strong working relationships across the College.
• Demonstrated skill in working respectfully and productively with people from a wide range of experiences and needs within the college community.

Percentage of duties:

5% Outreach:

• Develop relationships with PACE Program High School Advisors to understand PACE high school students' needs and support them in applying to SLCC.
• Partner with PACE Program High School Advisors to coordinate high school visits and campus tours.
• Collaborate closely with the Summer Bridge Program to ensure a seamless transition for students entering the Bruin Scholars Program.

80% Bruin Scholars Programming:

• Recruit and case manage a cohort of Bruin Scholars, a program designed to empower a select group of students help achieve academic and career success through personalized mentorship, access to key campus resources, transfer guidance, and enriching community-building experiences.
• Track Bruin Scholars retention, GPA, graduation rates, and satisfaction rates.
• Develop and implement programming in partnership with other staff and faculty for consistent bi-monthly meaningful and educational contact with Bruin Scholars.
• Hire, train, and supervise peer mentors and other paraprofessionals.
• Establish and maintain relationships with various departments in Student Affairs and around the College.
• Connect students with SLCC divisions and schools, student-led organizations, and community partners to foster their right to belong at SLCC.
• Learn about student interests to provide adequate incentives for program participation.
• Advocate on behalf of students experiencing hardship and find ways to connect them to opportunities and resources designed to enhance their academic experience.
• Work with staff, peer leaders, and faculty to advance the retention, success, and completion goals of OSS and SLCC.
• Present information about SLCC student life and academic culture to groups of students.
• Explain degree prerequisites, course sequencing, course modalities, registration holds, and other enrollment information to new students.

10% Data & Reporting:

• Document student interactions in MySuccess (SLCC student information system) (e.g., one-on-one meetings, program participation, email, and text message communication).
• Track raised flags/codes, referrals, and success plans using MySuccess and work with college personnel to ensure students are being supported to succeed in college and beyond.
• Assist in reporting as necessary (e.g., run school-level reports to document progress, demographic data, etc.).

5% Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications

To be considered for this position, all candidates must:

• Have a bachelor's degree, preferably in education, educational psychology, sociology, social work, communications, ethnic studies, STEM, or related fields.
• Two-to-four years of full-time direct professional experience.
• Proven experience working with a highly varied student body and staff, as evidenced by advanced cultural competency, critical thinking, and exemplary welcoming practices.
• Reliable transportation and/or a valid driver's license are required to travel to multiple educational institutions and program activity sites.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will go to candidates who have the following:

• A master's degree in a related field.
• Experience working in higher education, specifically student affairs.
• Bilingual or multilingual ability and related cultural competency.

SLCC Information

Salt Lake Community College is Utah's largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah's fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students' lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.

Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.

Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.

This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.