ACCESS Recruitment and Retention Coordinator

Job Title:

ACCESS Recruitment and Retention Coordinator


Location:

Wolfson Campus
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job : 1008939
Job Details Job FamilyADMIN - Professional Exempt Non-Contractual (PENC)Grade14Salary$55,636 - $69,545DepartmentACCESS - STAR AcademyReports ToDirectorClosing DateFebruary 11, 2026FLSA StatusExempt - Not Eligible for Overtime CompensationFirst Review DateNovember 26, 2025

Position Overview

The ACCESS Recruitment and Retention Coordinator provides comprehensive and holistic services from recruitment through degree completion for students with disabilities. The position works collaboratively with various departments and external organizations to promote and ensure the recruitment, retention, and success of students with disabilities. The position will advocate for disability inclusion, ensure compliance with relevant laws, and support individuals with disabilities throughout their academic and career paths.

This is a temporary grant funded position through June 30 year 2026 contingent upon grantor funding and grant extensions.

This grant position will be eligible for participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) after 6 consecutive months of continuous employment.

• Develops and implements strategies to attract individuals with disabilities for student enrollment and employment opportunities
• Works with New Student Center to arrange High School (HS) visits and campus tours
• Connects with MDCPS Transition Specialists to help transition students with disabilities from High Schools
• Works with Transition Specialists and Vocational Rehabilitation to identify potential students and streamline college transition
• Conducts proactive outreach campaigns to promote equitable student support interventions; engages with withdrawing students to enhance retention efforts and contribute to the development of effective retention strategies
• Assists students with academic planning and developing balanced schedules; ensures students are adhering to their academic plans
• Helps connect students to opportunities and on campus events and organizations to create a sense of belonging
• Helps connect students with opportunities for skill building on and off campus; connects students with appropriate resources and support services as needed
• Uses technology to implement a caseload management approach for assigned students by developing systematic, intentional, and proactive communication strategies
• Provides individualized, holistic support by evaluating students' strengths and areas for growth in academics, career development, and personal well-being, while identifying strategies to promote academic success
• Empowers students with resources to navigate academic and personal challenges; supports them in exploring alternative pathways based on evolving goals, academic progress, or
  personal circumstances
• Manages and analyzes caseload data to support student goal attainment, monitor academic progress; generates written reports regarding their caseload progress as requested
• Collects and reports recruitment and retention data to Director
• Assists with ACCESS intake & coordinating accommodations and leveraging AI accessibility tools for students with disabilities
• Trains students to utilize College technology needed to support their academic success and attain academic self-sufficiency in College transactions
• Liaises with faculty and conducts trainings as needed to promote the application of universal design and disability awareness
• Supports campus and college wide initiatives
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Master’s degree in Education or Psychology or related field with one (1) year of experience working in Higher Education or working with students with disabilities;
  Bachelor’s degree in Education or Psychology or related field with five (5) years of experience working in Higher Education or working with students with disabilities
• MDC Advisor training and Coaching certification must be successfully completed within the first 90 days of employment
• Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures
• Demonstrated…