College Access Mentor Data Entry - Pittsburg

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. in Pittsburg, KS is seeking a part-time program assistant for the Kansas Kids @ GEAR UP initiative.

The role requires on-site work Mon-Fri with some evenings or weekends as necessary, and involves entering transcripts, tracking student progress, and assisting with applications and FAFSA tasks. Candidates should have a valid driver’s license and be willing to drive to different schools to collect documents; preferred is at least 60 college credits and one

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver’s license and willingness to drive to schools to collect transcripts.
• 60 college credit hours completed (preferred).
• At least one year of office experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Enter transcripts, program activities and any documentation into the Kansas Kids @ GEAR UP database.
• Monitor and track student academic progress, graduation, enrollment in college and FAFSA completion.
• Assist students with KKGU dual credit application, DCF tuition waiver application and credit recovery, if needed.
• This position may also be asked to help with program activities.

Skills

Office experience

Driver's license

Education

60 college credit hours

Job description

Department

Kansas Kids @ GEAR UP

Campus Location

Pittsburg, KS

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$20/hour

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm (some evenings or weekends as necessary), work performed on-site and in person.

Export Compliance Requirement

No export control requirement.

Job Story

Kansas Kids @ GEAR UP is a state-wide program serving students in foster care, grades 7-12 and first year in college. This is NOT a remote position – check the job location before applying!

Job Duties

Enter transcripts, program activities and any documentation into the Kansas Kids @ GEAR UP database. Monitor and track student academic progress, graduation, enrollment in college and FAFSA completion. Assist students with KKGU dual credit application, DCF tuition waiver application and credit recovery, if needed. This position may also be asked to help with program activities.

Required Education

This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and/or preferences.

Additional Requirements

Valid driver’s license needed. This position requires you to drive to different schools to pick up transcripts or grade cards. You may also be asked to help transport students.

Required Experience

This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and/or preferences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of 60 credit hours of college coursework
• At least one year experience working in an office setting

Additional Information

20 hours per week (40 per pay period). Candidate will set office hours with supervisor. Must be able to complete a State of Kansas Child Abuse and Neglect background check.

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.