9017BR

Position Title:

Outreach Coordinator

Organization:

USD - Veterans Upward Bound

Job Responsibilities:

Community Outreach and Recruitment:

• Makes strategic decisions which directly impact the recruitment of 125 participants annually into the VUB program required by the Department of Education

• Create and maintain VUB Strategic plan for Community Outreach

• Ensure visibility of program in target area by developing and distributing informational materials and assisting Director with making presentations to various veteran-serving and other local organizations

• Focuses on recruiting eligible veteran candidates to the program while fostering relationships with community partners.

• Attends veteran related events, organizations and post-secondary institutions to promote program services and increase general public awareness of program.

• Develops and maintains calendar of outreach events, meetings, and presentations.

Advising:

• Recruit, retain, and provide comprehensive support services for a caseload of eligible low income and first generation veteran participants in the 12 county target area, preparing them for entry into post-secondary education

• Provides advising and resources to address issues that may be barriers to students' educational goals (admissions, financial aid analysis, preparing and sending applications, placement testing, course selection, internet college and scholarship searches, and connections with other resources for veterans)

• Assists participants in understanding Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) education benefits towards application in obtaining a degree and academic programs

• Provides transition assistance from military to academic support with a focus on the special needs of this populations; to include helping obtain VA education benefits.

• Leads the program in academic development of participating students, including administering Accuplacer assessments and needs assessments for all participants

• Develop/conducts individual services and group workshops/activities for participants focused on preparation for postsecondary education (Accuplacer workshops, resume, time management, study skills, and other relevant topics)

• Responsible for recruitment of eligible participants and securing appropriate documentation for eligibility and acceptance into the program as required by the Department of Education.

Responsible for Supervising the Academic Coordinator

• Provide direct supervision of professional staff, providing training and evaluating performance.

• Works closely with Academic Coordinator to ensure participants receive academic instruction as directed by their educational support plan

• Works with Academic Coordinator to ensure all participants receive academic support, overseeing VUB course offerings, workshops, tutoring, and other academic events

Administration and Assessment:

• In depth knowledge of grant requirements needed to make decisions directly impacting the program performance reporting requirements

• Leads program staff in documentation of records and retention information required by the Department of Education

• Completes accurate data collection, documentation and reporting in according with the Annual Performance Report

• Other duties as assigned

FLSA Category:

Non-exempt

Requisition Number:

9017BR

College/Division:

Provost

Required Application Documents:

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Employment Category:

Fulltime

Additional Details:

The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Required Minimum Education Level:

BA

How To Apply:

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Wage Band (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/staff-wage-grade-bands) :

115H

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in education, administration, counselor education, business, social work, public administration or a related field

Skills:

• Successful professional experience in veterans’ related services or organizations, with a demonstrated commitment to working with adult learners and veterans from socio-economically disadvantaged background is preferred

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation and organizational skills. Experience presenting to public officials and large audiences a plus

• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of social media and networking.

• Experience working with social service agencies

• Experience working with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree preferred

• Military experience is preferred

What do we believe at RIT?:

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/sites/rit.edu.fa.humanresources/files/docs/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Work Location:

Hybrid — Remote/On-campus

Job Summary:

The Veterans Upward Bound Outreach Specialist is responsible for managing the strategic plan for Community Outreach of Veterans Upward Bound (VUB). Included in the outreach plan will be processes for identifying, developing and maintaining relationships with veteran serving organizations, stakeholders, and key partners in the twelve county target area. Additionally, this position leads program staff in documentation of records and retention initiatives, requiring an in depth knowledge of federal grant reporting and assessment requirements. The Outreach Specialist will also advise and support veteran participants introducing them to opportunities for navigating postsecondary education, and coordinating academic and education services.

Hourly/Salary Minimum:

16

Hourly/Salary Maximum:

27