TRIO Coordinator; FTE

TRIO Coordinator

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for the successful administration of the TRIO Student Support Services federal grant program which assists first-generation, low-income, and disabled college students to graduate from the host institution and also transfer to a 4-year university.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conducts regular meetings with TRIO SSS eligible participants to educate and assist participants on program of study requirements, graduation requirements along with academic, financial aid and transfer advising.
• Manages and carries out a wide variety of administrative tasks that allows for the successful administration of a federal TRIO SSS grant program. This includes (per the grant):
  Carrying out day-to-day operation of the Project; working with enrollment services to identify and retain participants; coordinating with other programs serving disadvantaged students; tracking all participant activity; providing recommendations regarding student grant aid awards.
• Provides a variety of educational and other opportunities for participants to learn and grow academically and as a person. This includes grant-specific items such as developing Cultural Enrichment Events, financial literacy workshops, and organizing transfer trips. Connects with community members and other college employees to help facilitate these enrichment activities.
• Prepares, collects, analyzes, and synthesizes a wide variety of data in order to successfully complete annual federal reporting and MCC benchmarks.
• Works and communicates professionally with others in a timely manner. Performs in a manner which benefits student learning. Supports the overall success of the District by performing other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Completion of a Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience required. Master's degree preferred.

Certifications and Licenses:
Valid State Driver's License

Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to cultivate good rapport and trust with a wide variety of students from diverse backgrounds. Ability to manage time effectively and accomplish tasks by stated deadlines. Knowledge of IVCCD, MCC, & Departmental operations, services, and policies. Ability to use a computer and a variety of computer software effectively. Knowledge of higher education in general and college student development specifically, especially as it relates to first-generation, low-income and disabled students.

Base Wage: $39,967-$53,289 annually (salary will be pro-rated based on FTE) - actual salary will be based on experience and education.

Benefit Information:
This position offers a 0.75 FTE benefit package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, retirement plan, vacation, sick and staff development opportunities.