TRIO Program Coordinator

About Middlesex Community College:

Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education to prepare individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.

The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a work environment where our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.

Job Description:

Title: TRIO Program Coordinator

Unit: Part-Time MCCC Professional Staff (Grant Funded Position)

Department: TRIO Student Success Program (SSP)

Reports to: Director of TRIO for Student Success Program

Date: August 27, 2025

General Summary: The part-time TRIO Coordinator is a member of the TRIO Student Success Program team which provides direct service to low-income, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities. The TRIO Program Coordinator will work collaboratively to provide assistance to students in career development including assistance with job search, preparing resume, cover letters and electronic profiles. The coordinator will also be planning and implementing all TRIO transfer trips, cultural events and workshops. This position will actively contribute to the growth, development, and activities of the TRIO Student Success department and as part of the larger college community in supporting student success, retention, and college completion initiatives. This is a grant position with a one-year appointment ending on June 30, 2026, with possibility of renewal.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist/guide students in career development skills including job search, preparing resumes, cover letters and establishing a career electronic profile
• Develop and coordinate workshops around career related topics (networking, elevator pitch and mock interviews)
• Conduct workshop on financial literacy and financial aid information and budgeting, paying for college etc.
• Organize and Plan TRIO Transfer Trips, Cultural Events and Workshops
• Work with the Director and Administrative Assistant to plan overnight cultural trips for TRIO Students.
• Maintain ongoing communication with students and the TRIO Student Success Program team
• Create sign-up sheets and permission slips for TRIO Transfer Trips, Cultural Events and Workshops
• Create Monthly newsletter and TRIO TV PowerPoint of all TRIO Events
• Attend training sessions and meetings including professional development opportunities
• Record student contacts in Student Access database
• Provide referrals for program participants to resources on campus and in the community
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion with sensitive student information, navigating interpersonal relationships with empathy, and focus on the holistic development of the student.
• Assist Advisor's in recruitment events and classroom visits

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred, at least 2 years of experience in career development, or working with college students
• Demonstrated ability to engage individuals of diverse learning styles, abilities, and backgrounds
• Excellent Organizational skills and ability to organize effectively.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent skills in interpersonal relationships; ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with college students and colleagues, strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work with students in-person and through online platforms
• Strong time management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Bilingual skill a plus

Additional Information:

This position is supported through federal grant funding. While the college is fully committed to the success of this program, continued employment in this role is contingent upon ongoing grant funding. Should federal funding change in the future, the position may be impacted.

Salary Range: $35.31 per hour in accordance with the PT MCCC Professional Staff Salary Chart

Location: Lowell campus with occasional travel to Bedford as needed

Hours: 18.5 of hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire

Expected Start Date: October 2025

Application Deadline: September 17, 2025

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply online by submitting:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Pre-Employment Requirements:

The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.

Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.mass.edu.

Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3546 or careers@middlesex.mass.edu.