Coordinator I, Special Program TRiO SSS

Purpose of Position

The Coordinator I, Academic Support Programs (ASP) primarily assists with the oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Peer­Led Team Learning (PLTL) program and supports other Academic Support Programs in the Academic Success Center (ASC) during peak times. This position reports to the Program Director of PLTL & MavUp Tutoring, in collaboration with the Coordinator I, PLTL. This position is responsible for the development, implementation, administration and/or marketing of program/project function; assists with serving as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, other departments and/or external constituencies on day­to-day programmatic, operational, administrative and/or fiscal issues. Coordinates activities of student staff, consultants and/or volunteers engaged in implementation and administration of program objectives.

Essential Functions

• Programming:
• Assist with daily operations of Peer Led Team Learning including: assisting with coordinating programming schedules and online registration method for sign-ups; securing venues; meeting regularly with the PLTL Leaders and Mentors; liaising with faculty coordinators to coordinate weekly activities related to curriculum content for PLTL sessions; conducting PLTL observations, and assist other ASC support programs in this regard when needed.
• Recruitment and Training:
• Assist with the recruitment, hiring, and evaluation of peer leaders.
• Provide ongoing PLTL training; assist with CRLA training for PLTL leaders; and provide support for other ASP/ASC training initiative.
• Reporting:
• Oversee daily attendance records of student participants.
• Create data reporting on grade results on a semester and annual basis.
• Analyze current processes and identify areas of process improvement.
• Timekeeping:
• Manage timekeeping for more than 80 PLTL leaders and assist other ASP/ASC programs in this regard when needed.
• Marketing and Events:
• Create marketing materials for PL TL leaders, student participants, faculty, and staff; as well as collaborate with overall ASC marketing team including stakeholders on campus; assist with the planning of events and social outreach.
• Other:
• Assist with summer programming and other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience related to the duties and responsibilities specified, or six (6) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree and Two (2) years or more of professional experience in higher education with a concentration in the field of education and/or learning development.
• Proficiency in UTA software systems such as PeopleSoft and Canvas.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Forms.
• Strong presentation, interpersonal, oral & written communication skills with ability to build rapport with students, faculty, and colleagues.
• Strong management and training skills. Knowledge of learning theories and techniques.
• Ability to function efficiently in high volume office to provide services upon demand and to work independently and as a team member.
• Proficiency in UTA software systems such as PeopleSoft and Canvas or ability to quickly assimilate.
  
  

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm
• Some weekends and evenings.
  
  

Benefits Information

Position is benefit eligible: Yes

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