Outreach Site Coordinator

General Position Summary:

The Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University (LCOOU) is seeking a dedicated, student-centered professional to serve as the Outreach Site Coordinator. This is a 52-week position focused on fostering student success through academic programming, academic advising, tutoring, and comprehensive outreach services. The Outreach Site Coordinator plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and supportive learning environment by connecting students with the resources, guidance, and encouragement they need to achieve their educational goals.

The ideal candidate is a positive, motivated individual who is passionate about empowering students and enhancing educational opportunities at the post-secondary level. In addition to providing direct student support, the Outreach Site Coordinator will assist with general site operations, collaborate with faculty and staff, and help cultivate a culture of academic excellence, engagement, and persistence. LCOOU welcomes applicants who are committed to student success and eager to make a meaningful impact within our Tribal university community.

Key Responsibilities:

Outreach Site Coordinator:

• Offer supplemental post-secondary academic advising and education coordination
• Work with Native American students
• Incorporate Native American learning styles and culture as appropriate
• Provide direct services to project participants. Direct services include delivering programming for approximately 25-30 participants by providing and/or assisting in the coordination of:
• academic advising, including transfer advising.
• academic tutoring, supplemental instruction, study skills tutoring/instruction to compliment Introduction to Higher Education, computer applications, and basic math and English courses;
• personal support;
• career coaching services;
• financial aid and financial literacy guidance;
• disability services; and
• cultural enrichment activities
• coordinates development of an individualized student success academic plan for each participant;
• plans activities for educational and raise awareness of diverse populations, transfer and career exploration; and
• serving on at least one institutional committee, and
• participate in staff development meetings
• Responsible for daily documentation of services offered and all other communications
• Submit paperwork on a timely basis to meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain strict student confidentiality in compliance with FERPA regulations
• Assist in organizing & supervising Federal Work-Study, Agriculture/Equity, Work-Based Learning, and Project Success Grant programs
• Assist with coordination of meetings, workshops/seminars, and special events
• Possess a flexible schedule to cover late afternoon, evening, and emergency related hours
• Provide access to tutoring & other academic related services, including assisting computer lab users
• Visit schools, businesses, organizations, and other potential areas where partnerships can be created and promoted
• Assist in keeping the site clean & organized
• Maintain site coverage with a helpful & friendly attitude toward students & visitors, while maintaining FERPA standards and representing the University in a positive & professional manner

· Other duties as assigned as assigned by supervisor/s

Minimum Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Services, or related field or Associate’s degree/equivalent with current enrollment in related field Bachelor’s program

· The successful candidate must have experience working with Native American adult learners and students from different socioeconomic backgrounds

· Experience in academic advising and education coordination

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Proficiency in Microsoft office programs
• Working with disadvantaged populations
• Knowledge of FERPA
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Effective time management skills

Ability to:

• Plan and execute student/community activities
• Word process with a high degree of accuracy
• Effectively utilize email and other forms of electronic communications, specifically video conferencing
• Complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Be a team player
• Communicate effectively on behalf of LCOOU participants with internal departments; admissions; registrar; financial aid; worked-based learning; bookstore and business office

Work Environment:

· Work takes place primarily indoors in the outreach site office, classroom, and facilities

· Some work-related travel required

· Requires ability to periodically lift 20-30 lbs.

Reportability:

· Reports to Dean of Students

Supervision:

· Not a supervisory position.

Application Process:

Please submit either hard or electronic copy of a cover letter, an updated resume, unofficial transcripts, and a completed LCO Ojibwe University job application (available online at https://www.lco.edu/employment)

to the address directly below. All materials should be submitted in a single packet. Only applications containing all the items noted above, fully completed, will be considered.

Hand delivered application packages will be accepted at the University until 4:30 pm on the deadline date; mailed applications must be received by the deadline date, and emailed application packages must be received by 11:59 pm on the deadline date.

Human Resources

Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University

13466 W Trepania Road

Hayward, WI 54843

Phone: 715-634-4790

Fax: 715-634-5049

Email – hr@lco.edu

Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University encourages applications from all peoples and sources; however, we follow an Indian preference policy when hiring.

“The Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University mission is to provide Anishinaabe communities with post-secondary and continuing education while advancing the language, culture, and history of the Ojibwe.”

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $41,953 - $57,566