Assistant Director, Student Support Services

• Job Title** Assistant Director, Student Support Services
• FLSA Status** Exempt
• Posted Salary Range** Commensurate with experience
• Employment Status** Full Time
• Department** Student Support Services
  
  

**Job Summary**

The incumbent plans, coordinates, implements and evaluates a comprehensive program

of guidance and counseling for project participants as a part of the university's comprehensive plan to promote student retention and success.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of teaching and learning principles, learning theory and counseling techniques

Knowledge of motivational techniques and study skill development

Knowledge And Experience Working With Students With Learning Disabilities

Knowledge of federal funded programs

Proposal writing skill

Excellent organizational and presentation skills

Excellent communication skills verbal, written, and interpersonal

Good computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to administer multiple activities in an educational setting

Ability to interact effectively with individuals from various social, cultural, economic, educational and ethnic backgrounds

Ability to work with diverse populations including low-income, first-generation students, and students with disabilities

**Essential Job Functions**

Coordinates program activities commensurate with the Program's goals and objectives

Establishes all cultural activities

Coordinates the recruitment, identification, selection, and orientation of program participants

Collects data to be used in program evaluation

Assists with project management, including preparation of the annual performance report

Maintains accurate and confidential records of all client contacts progress toward matriculation

Maintains open lines of community with the college community

Assists with proposal development

Adheres to the department of Education's guidelines

Other Duties: Other related duties, as assigned.

**Qualifications**

Master's degree in Counseling, Education Administration or related field

Three (3) years' experience in counseling or related area

**Physical Requirements**

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds Occasionally

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds

**Travel**

• Extended Work Hours** Occasionally
  
  

**Posting Detail Information**

Posting Number S796

Number of Vacancies 1

Location Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date 04/07/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination

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.

• Advertising Summary** Excellent Benefits Package
  
  

**Applicant Documents**

**Required Documents**

Resume

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Unofficial Transcripts

Letter of Recommendation (Professional)

Letter of Recommendation (Personal)

Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)

Optional Documents