Program Specialist, TRIO Laker Educational Opportunity Center

Grand Rapids, MI (Pew Campus)

Full Time

R102845

This position for the TRIO Laker Educational Opportunity Center (LEOC), a federally funded TRIO Program, will be responsible for providing career, academic, and personal advising to participating adults that reside and receive services in Kent or Muskegon counties (or as specified in the grant). This position will collaborate with leadership to execute the full scope of the program proposal, includes conducting workshops, planning cultural events, and educational enrichment activities for participants. This is a grant funded position.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Assist leadership in hiring, training, and onboarding.

• Design and implement student assessment, evaluation, and learning programs that prepare adults for program completion and success.

• Provide direct support to participants (in Kent or Muskegon counties or other as specified in the grant) through career guidance, academic and personal advising, and referrals to other resources.

• Identify, recruit, and select qualified program participants.

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct workshops cultural events, and educational enrichment activities.

• Assist in the development and implementation of procedures and services which promote academic development and postsecondary enrollment of participating students. Ensure continuous improvement by conducting assessment and evaluation of programming.

• Maintain accurate data and documentation of all program participants and services and contribute completing the Annual Performance Report (APR) for the U.S. Department of Education. Review and maintain student files and other documentation to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and federal guidelines.

• Assist in creation innovative marketing including website updates and the use of social media.

• Serve as liaison and spread awareness of programs and services throughout the university and community.

• Attend training and professional development sessions to stay current on Department of Education and TRIO grant policies and procedures.

• Collaborate with internal and external campus partners and serve on committees as needed.

• Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, social work, or related field.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in higher education, advising, career programing, or related field.

• Experience planning and executing programming and events.

• Experience using various social media platforms and creating outreach materials (flyers, brochures, etc.).

• Experience working with programs for income dependent and/or first-generation students and ability to effectively advise and advocate for those students from the target population.

• Ability to perform outreach and recruitment efforts.

• Ability to navigate computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Adobe Suite, and other products.

• Strong cross-cultural, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong presentation, organizational, and customer service skills.

• Preference will be given to applicants who have succeeded in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the project's target population.

• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to travel; some nights and weekends may be required.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Higher education experience.

• Knowledge of TRIO or other higher education academic programs and support services and effective practices supporting student recruitment, retention, and development.

• Experience using design software (such as Canva or Photoshop) to create outreach materials.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office environment. Some travel and evening/weekend work is required throughout the year.

Salary: $43,000 - $50,000; commensurate with experience

• https://www.gvsu.edu/hro/benefits/executive-administrative-and-professional-staff-benefits-464.htm including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Campus: Grand Rapids, Mi

How to Apply: Apply online athttp://gvsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/careers. Attach a cover letter and resume to the online application. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact search chair Linda Rettig mailto:(rettigli@gvsu.edu). If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources (mailto:hro@gvsu.edu).

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Application Deadline: The posting will close May 16, 2025. Application review begins May 23, 2025.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6207722

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