Program Coordinator, College Readiness​/Retention Programs

Department: TRIO Talent Search

Campus

Location:

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Beginning at $19.06/hr, adjusted based on qualifications

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8a-5p;work is performed on-site andin person.

Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement.

Help Middle School Students See What’s Possible

Wichita State University’s TRIO Talent Search Program is seeking adedicated and student-focused Middle School Coordinator to help middle school students build a strong foundation for academic success, college readiness, and future career opportunities.

The Middle School Coordinator will serve approximately 336 TRIO Talent Search participants across three assigned schools:

• Brooks Middle School
• Mayberry Middle School
• Gordon Parks Academy

The position will also provide walk-in student support at other participating schools as needed.

The successful candidate will be an organized, dependable, and energetic professional who enjoys working with middle school students and is passionate about helping young people pursue higher education and meaningful careers.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with youth, schools, families, or educational programs.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and student activities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation and compliance.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively toa team.
• A genuine interest in helping students recognize their potential and plan for their future.

Make an Impact

This position provides an opportunity to work directly with students during a critical stage of their educational development.

Through TRIO Talent Search, the Middle School Coordinator helps students discover college and career possibilities, strengthen their academic skills, and develop the confidence and knowledge needed to pursue their goals.

Coordinates and facilitates service delivery for one (1) or more college readiness and/or retention programs. Facilitates collaborations between program experts and end users.

Monitors program plans, schedules and budgets. Collaborates with program experts to provide service solutions and recommends alternative actions based on tracking outcomes. Assists with the development of promotional materials, campaigns, and events. Maylead staff in the design and implementation of marketing materials.

Documents and tracks program progress compared to goals to assist program leaders in the development of program strategies, goals andvision. Coordinates and prepares reports, materials and presentations to support leaders with financial, operational and/orspecial programs. Coordinates and/or leads program tasks as assigned by program leaders. Consults with leaders or experts onnew or complex issues to determine the appropriate course ofaction.

The Middle School Coordinator will coordinate TRIO Talent Search services for approximately 336 middle school students at Brooks Middle School, Mayberry Middle School, and Gordon Parks Academy,with walk-in support provided at other participating schools asneeded.

• Provide academic, college, career, and personal development advising to middle school students.
• Develop positive relationships with students, families,counselors, teachers, and school administrators.
• Coordinate and deliver college awareness, career exploration,academic success, and educational planning activities.
• Monitor student participation, academic progress, and engagement and provide appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain accurate and timely student records and program documentation in compliance with federal TRIO Talent Search requirements.
• Coordinate…