Coordinator of Upward Bound Math and Science Program - John Marshall High School

Nature of Work

Key Responsibilities:

* Assists with coordinating services and strategies to improve student recruitment, retention, and graduation rates.

* Conduct student intake, verify eligibility, and provide direct services, including preparing Individualized Educational Assessment Plans (EAPs).

* Provide assistance and advise participants on social, career, financial aid, and academic matters.

* Design and deliver college readiness and success workshops.

* Coordinate and oversee academic support staff (tutors/mentors) and the six-week residential summer component.

* Gather data, maintain participant records, and contribute to the Annual Performance Report.

* Assists with planning, coordinating, and chaperoning field trips and engage in follow-up activities with participants.

* Assist with program publicity and communication efforts.

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Minimum Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, social work, business, or a related field.

* Two years of recent, relevant work experience in program coordination, academic/financial aid advising, counseling, or instructing/mentoring students, preferably with TRIO or other college access/student success initiatives.

* Familiarity with college access and success efforts.

* Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to travel locally, regionally, and nationally, including possible airline travel.

* Remote location must be within reasonable driving distance of Weir High School.

To Apply:

Submit a cover letter and resume along with your online application. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by February 5, 2026. The application period closes

February 26, 2026.

Other Information

The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For Questions you may contact the Human Resources Office at the WV HEPC:

Employer

WV Higher Education Policy Commission

Address

2001 Union Carbide Drive Building 2000

South Charleston, West Virginia, 25303

Phone

ext. 26361

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