Coordinator, Talent Search South

Job Title

Coordinator, Talent Search 61 South

Employer:
Inside Higher Ed

Provide specialized training in providing wrap-around services for students from first generation, low-income, and disability backgrounds in the following categories: secondary school persistence, financial education, career and leadership development, academic success strategies, post-secondary school preparation, connection, and community support.

• Ability to creatively motivate, empower and recognize students
• Visual, auditory, and ambulatory ability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Conflict management skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Empathetic
• Positive relationship builder
• Ability to track, report and analyze data
• Assist with input of student and staff data for reporting requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Email and other databases

• Recruit participants
• Coordinate services and activities
• Facilitate workshops and coach participants to persist, graduate and enroll in post-secondary education programs
• Construct tutoring schedules
• Establish and maintain positive and cooperative relationships with target school staff, participants and the general public

Bachelor’s degree minimum;
Master’s degree preferred in counseling, education, higher education or a related field.

Minimum of two years of experience working with at-risk/disadvantaged students while increasing persistence, retention and graduation rates, as well as promoting career exploration and financial education.

License or professional credentials in relevant discipline (if applicable).

Light to moderate exertion as described (occasional lifting up to 20 pounds; other weight-bearing activities not required).

Travel occasionally; extended work hours occasionally.

Location:

Lorman, MS

Open Date: 03/26/2025

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Posting Number: S1052
Number Of Vacancies: 1

EEO Statement:
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.