Coordinator for Educational Talent Search, Dr. William W. Sullivan UNLV Center for Academic Enrichment and Outreach [R0154054] at University of Nevada, Las Vegas in UNLV1-Main Campus

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The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) appreciates your interest in employment. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application: Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments. Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or unlvjobs@unlv.edu . Job Description The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Coordinator for Educational Talent Search, Dr. William W. Sullivan UNLV Center for Academic Enrichment and Outreach [R0154054] ROLE of the POSITION This position works under the general direction of the Director of Educational Talent Search and is responsible for assisting with oversight and administration of federal TRIO secondary level programs. The main goal of this position is to help the program’s participants in planning and pursuit of a college education. This position is expected to provide academically at-risk and under-resourced students the opportunity to enter, continue or resume their postsecondary education, as well as improve retention and graduation outcomes. This position is also responsible for developing and coordinating all counseling/advising aspects of the program, including but not limited to academic advising and course selection, study skills, personal concerns, career exploration and preparation, college admissions tests (ACT/SAT), financial aid information, institutional admissions requirements, and assistance with financial aid applications and the college admissions process. Furthermore, the Coordinator is responsible for fostering parental involvement in preparing students for college, supporting participant recruitment and retention, and supervising tutors and mentors. This position serves to develop programming that enhances the academic success of participants and assists with program goals, operating procedures, programmatic initiatives, outcome assessment, and grant related research. This position is exempt from overtime. BACKGROUND SCREENING Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background and/or credit check. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and two years of professional experience in a comparable position, including collaborating with organizational personnel to manage projects, resources, and initiatives in support of organizational objectives. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date. Candidate must be able to drive and maintain a valid Nevada driver’s license. Candidate must be able to pass the federal background check/fingerprinting process through the Clark County School District (CCSD) and obtain a CCSD ID Badge. Applicant must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university is preferred. Direct experience with TRIO, GEAR UP or similar grant-funded projects is preferred. Supervisory experience is also preferred. Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience working in higher education or services, and the knowledge and ability to work with and counsel individuals from under-resourced groups that are academically at-risk, low-income and first-generation students. The ability to perform multiple responsibilities or tasks simultaneously, work in a self-directed environment, as well as plan