Coordinator, Talent Search 61 South

Job Title

Coordinator, Talent Search 61 South

Essential Job Functions

• Recruits program participants from Jefferson, Adams, and Wilkinson County School Districts
• Coordinates services and activities
• Facilitates workshops and coaches participants to persist, graduate and enroll in postsecondary education programs.

• Assists with input of student and staff data for reporting requirements
• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must be able to construct tutoring schedules and establish and maintain positive and cooperative relationships with target school staff, participants, and the public.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of project management best practices

• Knowledge of the community, as well as social, cultural and political awareness

• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal

• Strong organizational skills

• Proficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite, Email and other databases

• Strong conflict management skills

• Proficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite

• Good visual, auditory and ambulatory ability

• Ability to creatively motivate, empower and recognize students

• Ability to track, report and analyze data

• Ability to demonstrate empathy

• Ability to build consensus and positive relationships

• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced office environment

• Ability to demonstrate initiative and exhibit excellent judgment

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.