Central Michigan University · 17 hours ago
PROJECT COORDINATOR / UPWARD BOUND
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$50K/yr - $57K/yr
2+ years expCentral Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus. They are seeking a Project Coordinator to assist with the day-to-day operations of their Upward Bound programs, providing oversight and support to high school students to promote college access and success.
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Responsibilities
Provides daily oversight of Upward Bound activities, including Saturday workshops
Assists with the coordination and supervision of Upward Bound staff (including temporary and student employees) and conducts performance evaluations of staff
Coordinates and supervises college visits and educational field trips
Engages in outreach efforts by preparing written communication, flyers, and newsletters, and manages social media to disseminate program information/services to key stakeholders (i.e., students, families, and partners, etc.)
Collaborates on the recruitment and selection of participants who meet the required funded to serve number and eligibility criteria
Participates in program/organizational/departmental planning sessions, trainings, and staff meetings
Maintains program partnerships and suggests new opportunities for collaboration
Assists with the completion and submission of all program reports
Enters new student data into database and ensures all provided services and activities are documented in database
Assists with interviewing and selection of core staff for the Upward Bound Project and onboarding
Leads interview process for Upward Bound support staff, such as academic and summer part-time temporary staff
Maintains a case load of students as necessary to provide academic and post-secondary guidance of high school seniors
Assists high school seniors with guidance and follow-up regarding post-secondary matriculation (i.e., FAFSA, scholarship essays, applications, and college transition)
Provides curriculum recommendations for Upward Bound Project
Collaborates with school counselors/college advisors to review and evaluate high school transcripts
Provides recommendations for appropriate coursework academic goals and post-secondary activities
Supports students in developing academic and career goals for post-secondary education
Develops and delivers presentations, workshops, and other activities on preparing for postsecondary education (i.e., career awareness, college admissions, etc.)
Maintains accurate and confidentiality of student records and confirm audit ready files
Assists with planning and overseeing the summer component of the program and partnerships
Assists with project evaluations and prepares/reviews monthly reconciliations for accuracy
Prepares and reviews monthly reconciliations for accuracy
Ensures compliance with the Department of Education grant goals, regulations, and performance objectives
Ensures program staff are maintaining contact with project participants
Assists with developing and managing budget for program events and activities
Assists with preparing project materials as needed
Coordinates logistics for various projects (i.e., meals, transportation, field trips, etc.)
Facilitates parent/guardian meetings as scheduled to disseminate program updates and college information
Maintains the highest level of ethical and professional conduct and confidentiality of program participants
Relocates to the Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant campus, during the Summer Program as required
Attends relevant professional development conferences, meetings, trainings workshops and seminars as needed and assigned by the Project Director
Works early mornings, evenings and/or weekends as required
Travels to target high schools and makes home visits as needed and transports students during field trips as necessary
Uses good judgement to resolve issues
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology, education, counseling, or a related field from an accredited institution
Two years of professional experience in areas related to youth programs, underrepresented populations, non-profit or educational work or similar fields
Supervisory experience
Strong program development/planning skills
Ability to manage confidential information
Ability to effectively communicate and maintain effective working relationships with participants, program staff, target school staff, participants' families, and community partners
Demonstrated experience, understanding, and commitment to first-generation students, and/or students from historically underrepresented groups in higher education
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Evidence of skills and ability to utilize technology
Must maintain a valid Michigan driver's license and proof of current automobile insurance coverage
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred
Master's degree in education, social work, sociology, psychology, counseling, or a related field from an accredited institution
Bilingual English/Spanish with ability to read and write is highly desirable
Experience working with low-income, first-generation youth
Experience working with TRIO and youth programs specifically high school students
Knowledge of post-secondary admissions, scholarship, and financial aid process
Experience with pre-college summer residential programs
Experience managing budgets and writing grants
Experience with recruitment and facilitation
Benefits
Access to a nationally recognized wellness program
Health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms
Company
Central Michigan University
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$31.5M2018-07-06Grant· $31.5M
Leadership Team
John Veilleux, MBA
Vice President for University Communications & Chief Marketing Officer
Alison Arnold
Director Community Partnerships College of Education & Human Services
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