Career Pathways Student Coordinator of Community Outreach

Southeast Arkansas College; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Arkansas College is seeking a Student Coordinator for the Career Pathway Initiative in Pine Bluff, AR. You will collect student data, verify eligibility with DHS, and analyze prospective student information while coordinating with college services.

You will guide students on financial aid and local resources, handle procurement entries, and generate program reports from the Career Pathway database, upholding privacy and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Formal education equivalent of an Associate degree in Office Administration, Education, or Human Services; plus college campus work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting student data and verify eligibility through DHS using eligibility forms.
• Compile, organize and analyze information about prospective students.
• Meet with current and prospective students to provide information on financial aid and community resources.
• Input student data into the Career Pathway database and run reports.
• Complete requisitions in SEARK College’s procurement program.

Skills

Data collection

Eligibility verification

Documentation

Analytical thinking

Professional communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Office Administration, Education, or Human Services

Bachelor’s degree in Office Administration, Education, or Human Services

Tools

Career Pathway database

SEARK College procurement program

Job description

Job Description: Career Pathway Initiative is a Grant Funded Initiative designed to help parents break down barriers while earning a higher education credential that can help them earn a living wage. To that end, The Student Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the collection of student data upon entrance into the program including verifying student eligibility through DHS using eligibility forms. Also, compiles, organizes and analyzes information about prospective students. Meets with current and prospective students for review and provides information on financial aid, social support agencies, and other educational institution information. Completes requisitions in SEARK College’s procurement program along with inputting student data into and running reports from the Career Pathway database.Knowledge, Ability, and Skills:Monitors and documents job market information, including local industry needs and vocational skill requirements, for employment and maintains confidential student records.Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Accepts feedback from others and works well in group settings and individually.Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. Attends seminars, workshops, and conferences to maintain professional development, networking opportunities, and appropriate credentials, and assists with special school functions.Able to represent the Career Pathways Program in a professional manner within the community.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:The formal education equivalent of an Associate degree in Office Administration, Education, or Human Services; plus, experience in college campus work, or a related field.Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, upon approval of the qualifications by the Review Committee.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in office administration, Education, Human Services, or related field. Working knowledge of community resources, especially TEA and SNAP benefits.Experience with SEARK College; recruiting students; human service client management, especially in a Department of Human Services setting.OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON THE APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.Application Procedures: All candidates must apply online at https://www.seark.edu/careers. Click 'Start Application' to complete the online application. Interested individuals should submit a completed Southeast Arkansas College Employment Application. Please note: All transcripts, certifications, and other credentials should be uploaded with your Resume and Cover Letter. Paper documents will not be accepted.Required Applicant Documents:Cover LetterResumeCollege Transcripts (Please note: Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.)Certifications, licensures, or other credentials (Please note: Official copies will be required upon offer of employment.)All drivers operating a state vehicle or private vehicle on State Business shall participate in the Arkansas State Vehicle Safety Program, and must maintain a valid Arkansas driver's license in accordance with the requirements of all applicable Arkansas State Laws.