TRIO Coordinator; FTE

Location: Marshalltown, IA

Job : 886

# of Openings: 0

Job Title: TRIO Coordinator

Department: TRIO

Reports To: Dean of Students

Job Classification: Exempt

FTE: 0.75, Benefit Eligible

Location: Marshalltown Community College, Marshalltown, IA

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.

• 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.

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

Valid State Driver’s License.

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.

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

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.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Iowa Valley Community College District does not discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, actual or potential family, parental or marital status, or other protected classes. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the District Equity Coordinator, 3702 S.

Center Street, Marshalltown, IA 50158, , Equity.