"TRIO Upward Bound Program Coordinator - Moses Lake"

The Opportunity: TRIO Upward Bound is accepting applications for a Program Coordinator in Moses Lake, WA. As the Program Coordinator you will provide academic advising and support for program participants in their pursuit of post-secondary education. TRIO programs are federal educational outreach and student services programs designed to motivate, support, and cultivate excellence in students from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRIO Programs serve low-income, first-generation, individuals with disabilities, and military veterans for successful entry into, retention in, and completion of post-secondary education.

As the Program Coordinator you will also provide advice/assistance in high school/college course selections, assist with PSE application forms for admissions & financial aid, provide information on colleges & financial aid, and assist in successful completion of high school. Other duties include, but are not limited to, event/trip planning and coordinating, supervising high school students (may include overnight), collaborating with a team, and making sure WSU & school policies are adhered to.

Student Advising

• Provides academic advising to program participants.
• Advises and counsels current program participants in the selection of appropriate courses and developing post secondary plans.
• Provides assistance in preparing for college entrance exams.
• Provides assistance in completing post secondary education forms for admissions and financial aid.
• Provides information on federal student aid and scholarships and financial planning for post secondary education.
• Monitors graduate students' progress toward successful high school completion and entry into post-secondary education.
• Answers questions forwarded to the program email.
• Keeps track of student advising data via sign in sheets and other means and enter into a database.

Coordination of Special Events

• Plans and executes trips and events to promote program goals.
• Coordinates event/trip planning logistics.
• Supervises and leads high school students on trips (may include overnight trips).
• Works within a given budget for event/trip planning purposes.
• Cultivates additional outreach efforts to promote program services and recruit high school students.
• Develops and implements strategies to help increase involvement in the program.
• Develops and implements special events and outreach programs during the academic and summer program.

Program Oversight

• Oversees day-to-day program operations of the program.
• Counsels student leadership team/committees in program operations, providing 'front line' leadership; assures students follow WSU & school district procedures, practices, and policies.
• Ensures all guidelines and policies have been adhered to; investigates discrepancies and reports outcomes to the Director.
• Assess and evaluate effectiveness of programs and initiatives; prepares reports as needed.

General Support

• Provides administrative support for the summer program, annual banquet, community service projects, events & trips.
• Prepares correspondence and other documents using Microsoft Office applications, CANVA, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Information: This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible. This position is an in-person/on-site role, located in Moses Lake, WA. Monthly Salary: $3,665.00 - $4,882.00. Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver.

Required Qualifications: High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in the program specialty, TRIO Upward Bound, OR equivalent education/experience. Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements. Willingness and ability to travel overnight and work a flexible schedule, including frequent nights and weekends. On some occasions, ability to travel with/transport and supervise students.

Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual in English & Spanish. Bachelor's Degree & experience working with high school students. Experience assisting with implementing federal/state student educational or college-readiness programs.

About Department/College/Area/Campus: Area/College: WSU Tri Cities. Department Name: TRIO Upward Bound K-12 Outreach. Location: Moses Lake, WA.

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application: 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter.