Coordinator , Bruin Scholars Program

Under general supervision, the Bruin Scholars Program Coordinator 2 will coordinate asset-based, student-centered programming to support a cohort of first-generation, low-income, transferring out of foster care and SLCC students in general to succeed tical responsibilities for this position include (1) case management of PACE Bruin Scholars and Bruin Scholars including individualized mentoring and support, (2) designing and delivering programming to ensure students gain access to critical college and career success knowledge and skills, and (3) leveraging data and reporting tools (i.e., MySuccess software technology) to identify, track and document challenges students are facing in their academic journey and collaborate with others to mitigate these challenges.

The Coordinator will be part of a team who supports the success of students by preparing new and returning students to thrive in higher education. The Coordinator will be part of this team and work collaboratively to implement elements of a comprehensive student success plan, which includes new student orientations, a summer bridge intervention, the Bruin Scholars program, peer mentoring, and college success workshops.

The Bruin Scholars Program Coordinator 2 must:

• Motivate, encourage, mentor, and teach students how to navigate Salt Lake Community College to successfully transfer or gain meaningful employment.
• Create and advocate for a welcoming environment for Salt Lake Community College students.
• Understand higher education and student affairs functions, including admissions, orientation, registration, financial aid, placement, academic advising, basic needs, on‑ and off‑campus resources, and college policies and procedures.
• Possess knowledge of PACE & Bruin Scholars Programs, SLCC credit and clock hour programs of study, courses, and career pathways and careers.
• Commit to creating an environment where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported.
• Demonstrate initiative, creativity, teamwork, conflict resolution, and decision‑making skills.
• Employ excellent communication skills, including active listening and responding skills.
• Feel comfortable using technology.
• Be dependable, have excellent organizational skills, and pay close attention to details.
• Participate in ongoing professional development sessions.
• Be familiar with student development and student retention theories.
• Participate in ongoing professional development sessions.

• Communicate effectively (in writing and verbally) with a wide range of diverse individuals.
• Provide excellent customer service and one‑on‑one consultations with students.
• Case manage 120 to 300 students providing care and support toward academic, social, and life skills development.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop programming for student success, college access, and career exploration.
• Maintain and update student files, including recording all interactions with students in the MySuccess case management database.
• Work collaboratively with other high school PACE staff, Office of Student Success staff, and other campus partners.
• Assess the needs of students and create interventions or services to meet these needs.
• Organize, process, and disseminate significant amounts of information accurately and when relevant to students.
• Work well under pressure and function independently with integrity under general supervision.
• Utilize basic computer operating systems (e.g., Microsoft Office Word, Publisher, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) (i.e., Student Access, MySuccess, and Banner).
• Train, coach, and supervise the work of peer mentors.
• Prioritize assignments, plan, and carry projects to completion.
• Learn quickly, work well under pressure, and work ethically with confidential information.
• Advocate for all students, prioritizing students who may be at risk of leaving college.
• Assist in planning and facilitating academic recovery programming and coaching for students.
• Evaluate student success interventions and create reports and establish recommendations.
• Work a flexible schedule which may include mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully…