Necessary Steps Program Coordinator

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About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu.

Application deadline: 8/16/2024

Minimum Starting Salary: $23.80 per hour/7.5 hour workday

Summary:
This position is responsible for the recruitment, retention, and programming for first generation students. Research current trends in serving first generation students, recruit and select peer mentors, and implement and find co- sponsorships for both academic and social programs. Some night and weekend commitments are required. The Program Coordinator reports to the Director of Diversity & Inclusion who is a direct report to the Dean of Students.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide professional assistance to the Director of Diversity & Inclusion with special projects, events, and training for the campus community, including Black History Month planning and programming, and hosting meetings and cultural events.

• Collaborate with Residence Life, The Dean of Students Office, and the Diversity Center to recruit and retain historically marginalized students. This includes but is not limited to promoting services, attending college fairs, and following up with prospective students. Maintain knowledge of current trends in admission, retention, engagement, academic support, and financial aid practices that would affect underrepresented populations. Provide training and support in collegiate preparedness to local and area civic programs that are providing services to underrepresented populations.

• Collaborate with campus offices to design and implement academic and social engagement programs for historically marginalized and underrepresented groups, including first-generation college students with intersecting identities. This includes overseeing study tables, retreats, and other programs with community partners.

• Assist the Director in overseeing the Necessary Steps Living-Learning Community (LLCs)/Floor/Program. They will assist students with academic struggles and provide support in grading and canvas navigation. The coordinator/advisor may instruct Uni 106 and 103 courses.

• The individual will be responsible for managing the programming budget, preparing public relations literature, and identifying opportunities to attract first-generation college students to the Necessary Steps Mentoring Program.

• Recruit, select, train, and supervise Peer Mentors, Student Workers (including Graduate Assistants), and Peer Advisors.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree.
2. A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position. (Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)
3. Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position, may be required.

Travel Requirements:
5% Some travel may be required.

Employment Policies and other information:

Failure to accurately describe work experience, or failure to submit college transcripts may result in an applicant not being admitted to the exam.

UIS an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.

The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

UIS employees are strongly encouraged to stay up to date with the most recent COVID-19 vaccination available as a barrier to serious illness.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current or former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State University Retirement System.

• You will not pay Social Security taxes and your earning will not be on your Social Security Record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.
• Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting UIS HR at [email protected] or call 217-206-6652.