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Lackawanna College · 9 hours ago

Program of Study Coordinator & Recruiter

Towanda, PA, US

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Lackawanna College is a private, accredited college serving the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The Program of Study Coordinator & Recruiter is responsible for supporting secondary to postsecondary transitions by managing articulated Programs of Study, fostering partnerships with secondary schools, recruiting students, and providing advising services to assist students in earning postsecondary credit and enrolling in degree programs.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage SOAR Programs of Study (POS) in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) guidelines, ensuring proper implementation, alignment, and compliance with statewide articulation agreements

Collaborate with the Registrar’s Office to ensure the accurate awarding and recording of SOAR credits, maintenance of academic records, and proper documentation of articulation agreements

Promote and recruit students into SOAR and POS programs by delivering presentations, attending career fairs, coordinating school visits, and providing outreach to students, parents, and high school staff

Provide advising services and support to students pursuing SOAR credits, including reviewing eligibility requirements, assisting with application processes, and explaining the benefits of earning postsecondary credit

Develop and maintain articulation agreements between secondary school districts, Career and Technical Centers (CTCs), and Lackawanna College to create seamless secondary-to-postsecondary pathways for Perkins approved majors

Serve as the primary liaison between secondary schools and Lackawanna College, fostering strong relationships with administrators, counselors, and CTE personnel to support dual enrollment, career pathways, and postsecondary transition for Perkins approved majors

Support the onboarding of new students entering Perkins approved majors, including assisting with freshman scheduling, coordinating transcript and task list evaluations, and ensuring students meet criteria for advanced credit based on program guidelines

Work with Academic Program Directors to align curricula, update marketing materials, and provide program-specific information to secondary schools and prospective students

Coordinate with Admissions and Enrollment teams across all Lackawanna College locations to ensure Perkins-eligible students are identified, tracked, and supported throughout the recruitment and enrollment process

Track and maintain data related to student participation, articulation agreements, enrollment trends, and credit attainment in college systems such as Jenzabar and JRM, ensuring accuracy and integrity for institutional reporting

Assist with PIMS and Perkins reporting by gathering required student and school-level data, coordinating submissions, and supporting the Local Application Administrator with accurate information

Monitor program outcomes such as retention, credential attainment, placement, and NOCTI performance, and use this data to recommend improvements or report on program impact

Serve as a member of Lackawanna College’s Curriculum Committee

Participate in professional development opportunities related to CTE, SOAR, and dual enrollment by attending workshops, conferences, and training; maintain professional memberships as appropriate

Prepare and submit regular reports and activity logs (weekly/bi-weekly) summarizing activities, outreach, recruitment progress, school relationships, and updates on student credit evaluations

Support continuous improvement of the SOAR program through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, curriculum updates, and identification of new opportunities for articulation or student engagement

Represent Lackawanna College and the Pre-College Department at public events, advisory councils, and external meetings to promote college access, career readiness, and post-secondary success

Qualification

Program CoordinationRecruitingData ManagementCurriculum AlignmentComputer SkillsMultitaskingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills