Project Coordinator GEAR UP- Marfa, Ft. Davis, Presidio

Required

Bachelor’s in counseling, education or related field and two years of experience working with low income and/or academically disadvantaged, minority individuals.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Philosophical commitment to promoting academic achievement for low- income and/or first-generation populations.

Freedom from racial/ethnic/sexual orientation biases.

Ability to maintain flexible schedule, including evening and weekend work.

Computer, web, and social networking skills.

Preferred

Master’s degree in counseling/related field.

Assessment experience; Background in counseling, career development, financial aid, and academic advising.

Background similar to that of the participants.

Teaching experience.

Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Primary Responsibilities SummaryFunction: Responsible in coordinating of GEAR UP activities for involvement with the Community.DutiesEssential: Responsible for Middle & High School participants from surrounding area; Meet individually and in groups with participants regularly to provide academic advisement, information, and assistance related to successful school completion and postsecondary entry/re-entry and graduation; Assist students with acad. and career exploration, goal setting, planning, & follow through; Monitor progress; Provide workshops for participants; Maintain accurate up-to-date student records , student academic records, follow-up info., etc; Prepare and maintain time and effort forms, etc; Plan and coordinate college visitations, cultural activities, workshops, and events for students, teachers, parents and the community; Provide participants’ families training and support; coordinate opportunities for mentoring and participation in GU events; Prepare/submit reports as requested by the PD; Attend GU and other trainings/meetings as needed; Maintain a pleasant, professional, and welcoming demeanor and an office atmosphere conducive to meeting the needs of disadvantaged students; All Project Coordinators will directly serve GU students; additionally, Coordinate activities for GU PTO, community partners’ coordinator, and data collection coordinator; Other duties as assigned; Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.Non-Essential: Duties unique to the particular department and other duties as assigned.SupervisionReceived: General instructions and work periodically reviewed by department head.Given: Supervise and coordinate tutors and mentors at the assigned target schools. Conduct and document regular weekly tutor & mentor training meetings.

Working Conditions
Usual: Position is Security Sensitive.Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Human Resources Director.