What are the responsibilities and job description for the N99580 Educational Opportunity Center Program Coordinator - Part-time position at Northeastern State University?
Educational Opportunity Centers Program Coordinator (part-time)
Student Affairs
Job Summary
This position coordinates, plans, and implements a comprehensive program of academic and social services to participants. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to academic advising, program planning, publication, program evaluation, goal clarification, participant advocacy, public relations, connecting participants with third party services and coalition building. These services are required by the grant-funded Educational Opportunity Centers.
MAJOR DUTIES
Guide participants through the application for federal student aid and scholarships prior to application for admission to postsecondary education.
Assist participants in developing Individualized Service Plans.
Prepare participants to obtain their secondary school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Assist participants in connecting educational and career goals.
Prepare participants in the selection of and application to postsecondary institutions.
Administer and/or coordinate the academic and career assessments for program participants.
Conduct individual and small group sessions to address personal, academic, and career concerns.
Work in conjunction with the director in order to coordinate needed participant tutorial and/or skills building sessions at designated locations.
Engage in outreach efforts aimed at identifying and engaging program participants.
Perform assessment and implementation of services and activities.
Conduct or arrange workshops, seminars, and other events for program participants.
Inform campus and community partners of program objectives, services and procedures; serves as liaison to campus and community partners.
Provide a variety of skills-building and career-learning activities aimed at improving the participants academic and social skills.
Refer participants to outside agencies and locations of support if Educational Opportunity Center resources are unable to meet the participants needs.
In conjunction with the director, serve as liaison to the college, community, and target schools in order to inform them of program activities and participant accomplishments.
Coordinate, schedule, and assist with grant-related services.
Develops and implement new curriculum and programs related to grant goals.
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with campus and community partners.
Maintain database of participant information.
Participate in state, regional, and national TRIO conferences and meetings as appropriate.
Attend required training seminars.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Required By The Position
Knowledge of federal grant regulations.
Knowledge of program services design and implementation principles.
Knowledge of program evaluation principles.
Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
Employee reports to the director who provides oversight and guidance. This position does not supervise any other employee.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include Department of Education regulations, Cost Principles for Educational Institutions, grant requirements, and university policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application.
CONTACTS
Contacts are typically with co-workers, other university personnel, faculty, staff, students, parents, representatives of state and federal agencies, and members of the general public.
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, and to provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and utilizes the sense of smell.
The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a bachelor’s degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
Minimum 2 Years’ Experience Working In Adult Education.
Adequate knowledge of postsecondary education, federal student aid, administration and
interpretation of educational and career assessments.
Demonstrated ability to work with community agencies, develop partnerships,
Demonstrated understanding of the specific needs of low-income and first-generation college students
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in using Windows, Microsoft Office, and specialized database software such as Blumen or Student Access
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference given to individuals who come from low-income and first-generation backgrounds
Hourly salary: $18.50
Anticipated hire date: 04/27/2026
Applications will be accepted until: 04/25/2026
NOTE: Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted.
To complete the application process, it is critical to create a profile.
Notice to applicants
It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Student Affairs
Job Summary
This position coordinates, plans, and implements a comprehensive program of academic and social services to participants. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to academic advising, program planning, publication, program evaluation, goal clarification, participant advocacy, public relations, connecting participants with third party services and coalition building. These services are required by the grant-funded Educational Opportunity Centers.
MAJOR DUTIES
Guide participants through the application for federal student aid and scholarships prior to application for admission to postsecondary education.
Assist participants in developing Individualized Service Plans.
Prepare participants to obtain their secondary school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Assist participants in connecting educational and career goals.
Prepare participants in the selection of and application to postsecondary institutions.
Administer and/or coordinate the academic and career assessments for program participants.
Conduct individual and small group sessions to address personal, academic, and career concerns.
Work in conjunction with the director in order to coordinate needed participant tutorial and/or skills building sessions at designated locations.
Engage in outreach efforts aimed at identifying and engaging program participants.
Perform assessment and implementation of services and activities.
Conduct or arrange workshops, seminars, and other events for program participants.
Inform campus and community partners of program objectives, services and procedures; serves as liaison to campus and community partners.
Provide a variety of skills-building and career-learning activities aimed at improving the participants academic and social skills.
Refer participants to outside agencies and locations of support if Educational Opportunity Center resources are unable to meet the participants needs.
In conjunction with the director, serve as liaison to the college, community, and target schools in order to inform them of program activities and participant accomplishments.
Coordinate, schedule, and assist with grant-related services.
Develops and implement new curriculum and programs related to grant goals.
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with campus and community partners.
Maintain database of participant information.
Participate in state, regional, and national TRIO conferences and meetings as appropriate.
Attend required training seminars.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Required By The Position
Knowledge of federal grant regulations.
Knowledge of program services design and implementation principles.
Knowledge of program evaluation principles.
Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
Employee reports to the director who provides oversight and guidance. This position does not supervise any other employee.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include Department of Education regulations, Cost Principles for Educational Institutions, grant requirements, and university policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application.
CONTACTS
Contacts are typically with co-workers, other university personnel, faculty, staff, students, parents, representatives of state and federal agencies, and members of the general public.
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, and to provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and utilizes the sense of smell.
The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a bachelor’s degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
Minimum 2 Years’ Experience Working In Adult Education.
Adequate knowledge of postsecondary education, federal student aid, administration and
interpretation of educational and career assessments.
Demonstrated ability to work with community agencies, develop partnerships,
Demonstrated understanding of the specific needs of low-income and first-generation college students
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in using Windows, Microsoft Office, and specialized database software such as Blumen or Student Access
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference given to individuals who come from low-income and first-generation backgrounds
Hourly salary: $18.50
Anticipated hire date: 04/27/2026
Applications will be accepted until: 04/25/2026
NOTE: Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted.
To complete the application process, it is critical to create a profile.
Notice to applicants
It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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