Job Postings
Summer Program and Student Success Coordinator
| Position Title: | Summer Program and Student Success Coordinator |
| Location: | Multiple Locations |
| Department: | 40000 - EIO BR Admin |
| Advertised Salary: | $20.00 per hour, up to 20 hours per week |
| FLSA: | Non-Exempt |
| Temporary/Continuing: | Temporary |
| Part-Time/Full-Time: | Part-Time |
| Union Group: | N/A |
| Term of Position: | Less than 9 month |
| At Will/Just Cause: | At Will |
| Summary of Position: | The primary function of the Ferris State University MDE-OST After School Program Coordinator is to provide school-wide support for the partner schools' OST (Out of School Time) program through the coordination, development, and delivery of initiatives in the out-of-school program. The coordinator collaborates with school personnel on activities and ensures that the initiatives are being implemented in alignment with the curriculum in the school district's initiatives. Up to 14 positions may be available at partner schools including those in metro-Detroit, Big Rapids, Morley, Holland, and Grant working up to 20 hours per week. The anticipated employment dates for these positions is June 1 through September 1, 2024. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. |
| Position Type: | Staff |
| Required Education: | High school diploma or equivalent. |
| Required Work Experience: | At least one (1) year of full-time experience working within a K-12 school district. Two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time. |
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| Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: | Experience teaching or working with after-school programming or other youth programs preferred. |
| Essential Duties/Responsibilities: | The Summer Program Site Coordinator collaborates with FerrisNow and grant partner school personnel on planning and daily activities and ensures that the initiatives are being implemented in alignment with the summer program goals— (1) Coordinates and implements student success initiatives; (2) Encourages and assists students to apply for college/financial aid as appropriate; (3) Supports students and college faculty in the program; coordinates and provides cultural enrichment activities, including field trips for students; (4) Works with FerrisNow program and high school leadership to encourage parent/guardian involvement; (5) Assists in developing the end-of-summer program celebration and community engagement event; (6) Creates and maintains program records and reports; (7) Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members; (8) Provides classroom oversight and support for the online college class offered as part of the program, as applicable. (9) Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. |
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| Skills and Abilities: | Excellent communication skills. Ability to provide positive leadership. Strong technology skills. Ability to manage change. Ability to provide a high level of customer service. Ability to be innovative and creative. Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: | Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of high school diploma or equivalent. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date diploma attained. Finalists will be required to submit an official high school transcript or justification of equivalent. |
| Initial Application Review Date: | April 22,2024 |
| Open Until Position is Filled?: | No |
| Posting Close Date: | June 1, 2024 |
| Contact Information: | For inquiries related to this job posting, please contact Ferris State University’s Human Resources Department at (231) 591-2150, Monday – Friday between 8am and 5pm EST, or email us at fsujobs@ferris.edu. |
| EEO Statement: | Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity, and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. |
