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Lead Retention Specialist - TRIO Upward Bound
Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 11/03/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range: $40,000-$44,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours: up to 40 hours per week, exempt.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume and Cover letter are required.
- Attach 2-3 professional reference contact information (phone number, email).
Essential Functions
Job Summary
This position will primarily work at Southside High School (9190 US-281 South #2, 1460 Martinez Losoya Rd, San Antonio, TX 78221). This position will also work at UTSA Downtown campus.
Supports the academic pursuit of all Upward Bound participants with particular emphasis on retention, academic intervention, support, and outreach.
Core Responsibilities
- Develops and implements retention services at the school site by following up on existing initiatives and identifying new outreach opportunities.
- Works in a team environment with the Project Director and Retention Specialists to promote student academic success.
- Collaborates with High School Counselors and educators to determine an effective academic plan for Upward Bound Participants.
- Develops and Conducts a workshop specifically designed to introduce students to college success techniques.
- Reviews student records for retention issues; follow up on progress through personal contact and correspondence.
- Coaches students through academic barriers that are preventing them from progressing toward high school graduation.
- Provides intentional effective support services at the high school and enroll at a postsecondary institution immediately after graduation.
- Coordinates referrals to appropriate offices, to resolve individual student challenges.
- Documents and tracks student issues.
- Implements Program’s Satisfactory Academic Progress policies and procedures.
- Collaborates with the High School Registrar, teachers, high school counselors, and students with the course registration process.
- Collaborates with the Project Director and Program Coordinator in developing and executing the Upward Bound Summer program.
- Maintains accurate student records and contact via a student database system.
- Assists Project Director with Annual Performance Report.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, or related field.
- Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one by the first day of employment.
- Three (3) years of experience in TRIO programs or similar programs for various populations OR three (3) years of experience teaching, advising, and/or counseling at the secondary or post-secondary level.
- One year of experience in each of the following:
- Academic and career advising.
- Working with a broad student population and applying academic intervention strategies including intrusive monitoring, early outreach, and academic survival techniques.
- Providing direct case management services to secondary school students.
- Developing and facilitating workshops.
- Ability to work with sensitive information and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Proficiency in Spanish (written and spoken).
Additional Information
- UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
- This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
- Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
- Valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as applicable.
Working Conditions
- During the summer program, will work at the college campus in which the program is being hosted.
- Ability to work occasional after-hours and weekend.
Physical Demands:
- Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
- Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.
This position will be primarily located on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility.
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Assistant Director, McNair Scholars Program
Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 11/07/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range: $48,000- $52,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours: up to 40 hours per week, exempt.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume and Cover letter are required.
Essential Functions
Job Summary
Function: To provide direct support and daily operations of the McNair Scholars Program. This includes supervision and implementation of programming and other program offerings related to the scope of the grant. Emphasis on working to meet the federal program objectives set forth by the McNair grant.
Scope: Responsible for oversight and execution of daily operations, including, scheduling, planning, coordinating, and administrating activities related to meeting the objectives of the McNair grant.
This is a grant-funded position with expected funding for 2 years. This position may be extended based on availability of funds and departmental need.
Core Responsibilities
- Develops and manages the scheduling and implementation of programs, seminars, and other special events.
- Develops and manages the production of program materials ensuring quality and timelines are maintained
- Completes monthly reconciliations for all McNair program expenses.
- Facilitate initiatives to ensure student satisfaction and retention within the McNair program.
- Provide daily supervision of program offerings and facility spaces that achieve exceptional quality, stewardship, and accountability.
- Provide regular feedback to the Director in regard to programmatic issues.
- Supervise administrative assistant and graduate assistant staff including hiring, training, scheduling, providing job feedback, conducting evaluations, and disciplinary processes.
- Contribute to departmental and divisional student-centered initiatives related to the McNair program.
- Provide ongoing semester and annual updates on pertinent measures of success related to the McNair program.
- Conduct regular student programming surveys to ensure quality program effectiveness.
- Assist in developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating departmental policies and procedures related to meeting grant objectives.
- Collect and analyze student data, create reports, review and explain trends, and formulate and recommend creative solutions to initiate improvements to meet grant objectives.
- Ensure activity reports are maintained and entered into Blumen regularly.
- Implement recruitment programs and special events under the guidance of the Director and department marketing staff.
- Assist in the recruitment, and retention of McNair Scholars.
- Participate and contribute to departmental committees.
- Represent the McNair Scholars Program within the campus community through committees and participation in various university functions.
- Act as a representative of the department during all programs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Three (3) years of full-time experience.
- Two (2) years of graduate assistant experience = one (1) year of professional experience.
- Experience in planning, supervision, and program development.
- Demonstrated independent decision-making and problem-solving ability.
- Excellent written and oral skills and the ability to work with various groups.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in educational leadership, higher education administration, or related field.
- Doctorate degree in educational leadership, higher education administration, or related field.
- Similar experience in an academic environment.
Additional Information
- UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
- This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
- Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
- Valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as applicable.
Working Conditions
- Office environment.
- Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or other business-related events.
- May involve work after hours and weekends. May also include travel in and out of state.
Physical Demands:
- Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
- Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.
This position will require working both remotely in Texas and on campus (approximately five or more days on campus per month). Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility. Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments.