Academic Coordinator
8177BR
Provost
USD - Dean's Office
Detailed Job Description
Please be advised this position requires a willingness to work flexible hours - travel and some evening hours will be required.

• Coordinates the academic services that each VUB participant receives
• Teaches college preparation and refresher courses for adults who are participating in the program focusing on math, reading, composition, literature and computer skills.
• Facilitates academic skills preparation and resources needed to help veteran participants successfully enroll in post-secondary education
• Meets 1-1 and also in groups with veteran participants to deliver academic services
• Assists with administrative duties including maintaining database and record keeping
• Live our values, embrace diverse perspectives, and nurture the RIT community to remain a great place to work for all.

Administration:

• Maintain accurate records of participant activities and attendance.
• Monitor progress of project participants.
• Assist with maintaining the project's focus on achieving program objectives.
• Adhere to deadlines and regulations regarding required project documentation, reports, data collection, and forms.
• Use student database and ensure all new student information is entered into the system and the corresponding spreadsheet
• Coordinate with VUB Advisors and Director in implementing each participant's Individualized Academic Plan (IAP).Assist the Veterans Upward Bound Director in evaluating program activities

Other Duties as Assigned
Department/College Description
University Studies/Veterans Upward Bound
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• At least one year of related professional experience working in adult education or with low-income individuals/families, first-generation students or veterans.
• Ability to work independently and comply with program guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Demonstrated ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite as evidenced by application materials.
• Experience in working with adults individually and/or in groups.
• Experience working with low-income or first-generation populations, working in program development/management and experience working in TRiO or similar projects is desired.

PLEASE NOTE: The individual hired for this position will be required to have a pre-employment Motor Vehicle check, and the Motor Vehicle Report must clear RIT's Safe Driving Policy. (see Page 4) Reliable transportation and a valid drivers license, as this position requires travel
Professional Area:
Employment Category: Parttime
Staff Job Function: Wage Band: 116H
How to Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
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Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the worlds leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the "Great Colleges to Work For." RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.
As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employees pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RITs Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov
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