Coordinator I, Special Programs-Vub (S04553P)

Job Summary

Provide overall development, coordination and implementation of the TRIO Pre-College Veterans Upward Bound.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Compile and submit program assessments for end-of year evaluation and submission for Department of Education and grant proposals.
• Evaluate and schedule participants in tutoring, etc., based on assessments, academic performance and career objectives.
• Coordinate VUB activities and monthly calendar.
• Plan, organize and supervise VUB components to meet/exceed goals and objectives of the grant.
• Coordinate interviewing, hiring, training and monitoring of staff, including tutors and instructors.
• Coordinate participant recruitment, selection, retention and maintenance.
• Maintain effective communication with UTA departments, VA offices/resources, community agencies, families and participants.
• Performs other duties assigned.
• Monitor monthly Individual Education Plans ( IEP ) and prescription sheets for participants.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in the areas of staff supervision, budget management, program development and evaluation, reporting and compliance with federal regulations.
• Ability to coordinate and supervise others; excellent verbal and written communication ability; solid computer skills.
• Two (2) years of experience in a related area.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
• Knowledge of student recruitment, guidance and advising practices as well as university admissions and financial aid programs.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population and work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education or other related field and four (4) years of related experience.
• Military Veteran status preferred.
• Experience working with a Federal TRIO Pre-College Program in the area of post-secondary opportunity.
• Personal knowledge of Veterans Affairs and State of Texas education programs.
• Formal training and/or work experience in fields related to improving academic scores on standardized test, education program retention and completion, post-secondary enrollment, post-secondary completion, for low-income and potential first generation college students and veterans.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Compile and submit program assessments for end-of year evaluation and submission for Department of Education and grant proposals.
• Plan, organize and supervise VUB components to meet/exceed goals and objectives of the grant.
• Coordinate interviewing, hiring, training and monitoring of staff, including tutors and instructors.
• Coordinate participant recruitment, selection, retention and maintenance.
• Coordinate VUB activities and monthly calendar.
• Monitor monthly Individual Education Plans ( IEP ) and prescription sheets for participants.
• Maintain effective communication with UTA departments, VA offices/resources, community agencies, families and participants.
• Evaluate and schedule participants in tutoring, etc., based on assessments, academic performance and career objectives.
• Performs other duties assigned.