Develop and facilitate college and career readiness workshops,
courses, presentations, and campus-based activities for middle and
high school students.
Assist students and families with college planning, admissions
processes, financial aid, scholarships, and other educational
resources.
Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, and
community partners to support program delivery and student
engagement.
Plan and coordinate program logistics, schedules, events, and
participant activities.
OUTREACH, RECRUITMENT & COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS –
30%
- Represent the Office of Precollegiate Programs at schools,
community events, college fairs, and University recruitment
activities.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with school
counselors, administrators, community organizations, and external
agencies.
- Promote program opportunities through outreach efforts and
distribute recruitment materials to prospective students, families,
and partner schools.
- Serve as a resource for students, parents, and community
stakeholders regarding college access and educational
opportunities.
- Organize campus visits and special events that expose students
to higher education opportunities.
COMMUNICATIONS & PROGRAM SUPPORT – 15%
- Assist with the development of brochures, newsletters, flyers,
presentations, and other communication materials supporting program
initiatives.
- Maintain college and career resource materials for students,
families, and community partners.
- Coordinate meetings, events, conferences, and special projects,
including preparation of materials and logistical support.
- Maintain program records, files, reports, and related
administrative documentation.
PROGRAM ASSESSMENT & REPORTING – 15%
- Assist with research, surveys, and assessment activities to
identify student needs, evaluate program effectiveness, and support
continuous improvement.
- Collect, compile, and analyze participant and program
data.
- Prepare written reports, summaries, and recommendations related
to program activities and outcomes.
- Assist with monitoring grant-funded and partnership activities
and documenting program achievements.
- Provide day-to-day guidance and work direction to student
interns and federal work-study employees as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Program Coordination & Organization
- Student & Family Engagement
- Communication & Presentation Skills
- Partnership & Relationship Building
- College Access & Student Success Knowledge
- Assessment & Problem Solving
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is primarily performed in an office, classroom, school,
campus, or community-event environment with regular interaction
with students, families, school personnel, University employees,
and representatives of community organizations and government
agencies. The role requires regular use of a computer and other
standard office equipment, verbal communication, preparation and
presentation of program materials, and movement between offices,
classrooms, meeting spaces, and event locations. The position
involves sustained attention to multiple schedules, deadlines,
participant needs, and event details.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have formal supervisory responsibility for
regular employees. The position may provide day-to-day work
direction, training, scheduling assistance, and task coordination
for student interns and federal work-study employees. Formal
performance management and employment decisions remain with the
designated supervisor.
Shift
40 hours/week. Monday through Friday, some weekends and
evenings.
Minimum Qualifications
• A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and
experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable
knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
• This role involves direct interaction with children and the
execution of programming across campus in various weather
conditions. Candidates must possess the ability to remain
physically active and mobile throughout the program
activities.
Preferred Qualifications
Proven experience in program coordination, preferably in college
access, precollegiate programs, or youth development. Experience
working with diverse populations, including first-generation
college students and underserved communities.
Anticipated Hiring Range
$48,000 - $54,000
Grade: GGS-009
University Title: STUDENT SUCCESS COACH
Internal applicants can determine their University title by
accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
- Application materials include a cover letter and resume.
Finalists will be asked to provide references at a later date.
- Applicants must combine all application materials into one PDF
or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment to the
UMSL Careers: https://www.umsl.edu/services/hrs/careers/index.html
- Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is
11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).
For questions about the application process, please email
employment@umsl.edu. If you are experiencing technical problems,
please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this
position.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental
leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all
four UM System campuses. For additional information on University
benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of
Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
