ACCESS Recruitment and Retention Coordinator

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 Family: ADMIN - Professional Exempt Non-Contractual (PENC)
Grade: 14
Salary: $55,636 - $69,545
Department: ACCESS - STAR Academy
Reports To: Director
Closing Date: February 11, 2026

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 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.

• Develop strategies to attract individuals with disabilities for student enrollment and employment opportunities.
• Work with New Student Center to arrange high school visits and campus tours.
• Connect with MDCPS Transition Specialists to help transition students with disabilities from high schools.
• Work with Transition Specialists and Vocational Rehabilitation to identify potential students and streamline college transition.
• Conduct proactive outreach campaigns to promote equitable student support interventions; engage with withdrawing students to enhance retention efforts and contribute to the development of effective retention strategies.
• Assist students with academic planning and developing balanced schedules; ensure students are adhering to their academic plans.
• Help connect students to opportunities and on campus events and organizations to create a sense of belonging.
• Help connect students with opportunities for skill building on and off campus; connect students with appropriate resources and support services as needed.
• Use technology to implement a caseload management approach for assigned students by developing systematic, intentional, and proactive communication strategies.
• Provide 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.
• Empower students with resources to navigate academic and personal challenges; support them in exploring alternative pathways based on evolving goals, academic progress, or personal circumstances.
• Manage and analyze caseload data to support student goal attainment, monitor academic progress; generate written reports regarding the caseload progress as requested.
• Collect and report recruitment and retention data to Director.
• Assist with ACCESS intake & coordinating accommodations and leveraging AI accessibility tools for students with disabilities.
• Train students to utilize college technology needed to support their academic success and attain academic self-sufficiency in college transactions.
• Liaise with faculty and conduct trainings as needed to promote the application of universal design and disability awareness.
• Support campus and college-wide initiatives.
• Perform 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 completed within the first 90 days of employment.
• Knowledge and understanding of college organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency of Microsoft Office software, student information systems, caseload management…