Academic Coach, Pre-College Programs

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester seeks a dedicated program counselor to support students in opportunity programs. You will provide counseling across academic, financial, personal and career dimensions, conduct outreach to underrepresented communities, and coordinate project activities within the Kearns Center.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, with a preference for a master's degree.

Qualifications

• Counseling and advising students in opportunity programs.
• Coordinate program activities and track participant information.
• Assist in grant planning and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provides liaison support between academic projects and funded programs for underrepresented groups.
• Counsels students on academic, financial, personal, social, and career aspects.
• Manages caseloads and maintains confidential records and reports.
• Coordinates data for reporting and publications.

Skills

Counseling

Outreach

Program coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Or equivalent education & experience

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address)

244 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627

Opening

Worker Subtype:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Department:
200218 Kearns Center

Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:
UR URG 109 H

Compensation Range

$27.16 - $38.03

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Provides liaison support between academic projects within the College and Regional and or Nationally supported programs, targeting underrepresented and/or underprivileged students/others in the community. Provides project support, including counseling, referrals and information on the support services available to address the special needs of the program or project. Performs outreach efforts in communities to promote programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides academic, financial, personal, social, and career counseling to students in Opportunity Programs.
• Assesses special needs of students to provide information and make referrals to University-wide services and programs.
• Establishes and maintains a caseload of selected students/program participants on a regular basis.
• Maintains confidential records and program statistics. Prepares and submits status reports.
• Coordinates the program efforts of project members to provide support of the project, maintains working knowledge of the area(s) of expertise by reviewing research, attending meetings and seminars.
• Assists the Director of the Program in planning and administration of grant proposals.
• Assesses program prospects candidacy for the program.
• Coordinates data and analysis for reporting or for publications/grant proposals or the like.
• May serves as primary staff liaison to other campus offices by coordinating programs, activities and special events between the departments. Ensures that a multi-cultural perspective is incorporated into the planning of campus-wide events.
• Oversees and manages project budget. Provides financial reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years relevant experience required
• Master's degree preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status,or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.