POSITION TITLE: Coordinator, Student Support Services

DEPARTMENT: Provost - Special Programs & International Education SITE: Various

SALARY SCHEDULE: A&P GRADE: C

BASIC FUNCTION:

Responsible for the overall implementation and management of the Student Support Services Program which will provide economically disadvantaged, first generation students who have an identified need for academic, social and financial support with the services that will enable them to complete their preferred degree program at the college, transfer in good standing to a university, and as a result of participation in the program, become efficacious learners and independent adults.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as liaison between college and Department of Education for Student Support Services Program grant-related matters.
• Identifies and provides students who are Student Support Services eligible information concerning the opportunities available, the requirements for eligibility for enrollment, specific courses, special services, and employment and placement opportunities available.
• Assists in the identification and development of supplementary services, adaptation of equipment, remedial courses, guidance and counseling activities and supportive personnel for Student Support Services Program participants.
• Reviews individual development plans for each assigned Student Support Services participant.
• Identifies and coordinates services with other agencies providing services to students who are members of special populations to eliminate duplication of services.
• Identifies and coordinates assessment services for Student Support Services Program participants.
• Provides individual and group counseling related functions to participants.
• Supervises Student Support Services Program staff.
• Completes all reports and evaluations as required by district, state and federal regulations.
• Performs related duties as required.

Master’s degree in Counseling or a Master’s degree including 18 graduate hours in Counseling.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of two years experience working with academically at-risk college students. Experience with management and coordination of programs at the postsecondary level. Experience in designing, managing or implementing Student Support Services or similar projects preferred. Understanding of grant-funded projects’ reporting requirements. Familiarity with general rules of accounting, purchasing and personnel policies. Prior supervisory experience.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of computer applications desirable; evidence of good communication, interpersonal and administrative skills. Evidence of having overcome disadvantages (e.g., disability, first generation in college, financial need, academically at risk, or other barriers) similar to the population being served required.

Revised: 09/2006