Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience required
Supervisory experience preferred
Experience with curricular design and assessment preferred
Demonstrated success in fundraising and grant writing required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Ability to collaborate with diverse individuals required
Commitment to access to higher education and its community impact required
Responsibilities
Lead academic opportunity projects targeting underrepresented and underprivileged students
Provide project oversight, including counseling and referrals for support services
Develop strategies and programs to enhance opportunities for low-income and first-generation college students
Serve as a college advisor, offering academic and personal counseling
Coordinate academic support programs and manage tutoring services
Maintain confidential student records and assist in strategic planning efforts
Supervise counselors and student assistants as needed
Benefits
Full-time position with a 40-hour work week
Opportunity to impact underrepresented communities
Engagement in collaborative projects with leadership and administration
Access to professional development opportunities
Supportive work environment focused on student success
Full Job Description
Job Location (Full Address):
244 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
200218 Kearns Center
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URG 111 H
Compensation Range:
$30.87 - $46.25
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Leads academic opportunity projects within the College and Regional and/or Nationally supported projects, targeting underrepresented and/or underprivileged students/others in the community. Provides project oversight, including counseling, referrals and information on the support services available to address the special needs of the program or project. May evaluate effectiveness of curriculum and effectiveness of program in meeting goals.
Essential Functions:
Develops strategies, programs, workshops, research projects, and other interventions to increase the opportunities for low-income, first-generation college, and underrepresented minority students to succeed. Collaborates with leadership, staff, and administration to develop, seek funding for, implement, and evaluate opportunities to increase student success. Works closely with leadership to develop and lead the implementation of programs/workshops that reach students in the Rochester community.
Serves as a thought partner on implementing curricula.
Serves as a college advisor and counselor providing academic, financial, personal, social, and career counseling and advising support for students. Monitors and evaluates academic progress and develops strategies for enhancing academic performance, assesses special needs of students, and makes appropriate referrals.
Coordinates academic support programs, including setting up and planning meetings, and recruiting and hiring of instructors, undergraduate, and graduate student staff. Finalizes program schedule and classes. Supervises student staff. Oversees special scholarship programs. Manages tutorial services, including individual tutoring, group tutoring, and various areas of study-specific tutoring programs.
Maintains confidential student records and submits evaluative data for State and Institutional reports. Maintains the office database and other data systems, and trains the counseling and support staff in their use. Assists the Director in advancing the strategic planning efforts of the department. Coordinates and monitors practices that promote student retention and graduation.
May supervise counselors and student assistants.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Experience:
Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience required
Or equivalent combination of education and experience Supervisory Experience preferred
Experience with curricular design and assessment preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrated success in fund raising, writing grants, and/or grants administration required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Ability to work in various environments and collaborate with individuals of different backgrounds required
Demonstrated commitment to the value of access to higher education and the impact it has on individuals, families and communities required
About University of Rochester
The University of Rochester is a private research university located in Rochester, New York. It was founded in 1850 and has since grown to become one of the top universities in the United States. The university offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in a wide range of fields, including business, engineering, humanities, and social sciences. The university is known for its strong research programs, particularly in the fields of optics, photonics, and imaging. The university has a diverse student body and is committed to providing a high-quality education to all of its students.
