Education Coordinator

Education Coordinator

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Applicants should include a description of any training, sensitivity, and/or commitment to low-income, first-generation students.

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Position Information Job Title Education Coordinator Department Trio Programs - 25090 Pay Grade 8 Job Category Administrative Job Summary Change lives through education as the Education Coordinator! Do you enjoy helping others reach their full potential through learning? This role supports adults in exploring new careers and advancing their education.
You will coordinate engaging programs and services that empower participants to achieve their goals. Guide individuals through the financial aid process and assist with applications. Recruit new program members and help connect them with invaluable resources. Collaborate closely with colleges, organizations, and mentors. Build strong relationships that open doors of opportunity. Ensure all receive comprehensive guidance and support on their educational journeys. Planning, developing, and executing customized programs is key. Get creative in addressing each person’s unique needs. Execute initiatives from the grant with passion and care.
If you want a rewarding role where you see results, this is it! Excellent communication and organizational skills are a must. Embrace the chance to make an impact through education.
The main EOC office is located at the ETSU at Kingsport Allandale Center. This position will primarily work in Carter, Johnson, Washington, and Unicoi counties.
*This position is contingent on grant funding.
The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including:

• Paid time off & leave
• 17 paid holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Health and life insurance
• Retirement
• Access to University facilities and services and much more!

Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information at: .
ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable TRIO Program and governing regulations and guidelines (Federal, State, Local).
• Knowledge of university admissions and financial aid guidelines and procedures.
• Knowledge of intervention strategies to successfully meet the needs of Historical Excluded Groups (HEGs).
• Knowledge of administration and organization of secondary school systems.
• Knowledge of the delivery of educational outreach programs.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting.
• Ability to assess and provide counseling/guidance to HEGs.
• Ability to develop and maintain a collaborative relationship with school administration and counselors.
• Ability to communicate and write effectively.
• Ability to develop and execute educational outreach programs.
• Ability to learn and use developing technologies to support the program’s mission.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Two (2) years of experience in the delivery of services in an educational outreach program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, school counseling, human services, social work, or education-related field
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with adults
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with students from disadvantaged backgrounds
• Five (5) years of experience working in college admissions, financial aid, college access, or career exploration.
• TRIO work experience

Salary Posting Detail Information Posting Number AS01446P Is this position subject to a criminal background check? Yes Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? Yes FLSA Status Non-Exempt Open Date 09/20/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants should include a description of any training, sensitivity, and/or commitment to low-income, first-generation students.

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