Coordinator, College Access Program

Valencia College

Orlando (FL)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 47,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Valencia College in Orlando, FL is seeking a full-time Coordinator for the College Access Program at West Campus. This role supports Lift Scholars and works with high school partners to guide students toward college success.

You will build relationships with students, families, and community partners, manage campaigns/events, and analyze data to inform outreach efforts. Travel between campuses is required.

Qualifications

Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution, or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and/or experience.
One (1) year of experience working with students in an educational setting.
Ability to effectively communicate interpersonally, orally, and in writing.
Knowledge of college’s educational policies, procedures, and admission requirements.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to dynamic environments while maintaining accuracy.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily program activities to support student enrollment and transition to college.
Support outreach projects, including call campaigns, presentations, events, and workshops.
Collect and analyze data; prepare statistical reports and assess program impact.
Provide monthly status reports on activities and projects for leadership.
Keep information updated across platforms including website and LMS.
Plan and provide training opportunities for staff to support program goals.
Serve as a primary contact for inquiries from students, faculty, staff and partners.
Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of college policies

Collaboration

Multi-priority management

Technology proficiency

Professional judgment

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Join Valencia College as a full-time Coordinator, College Access Program at our West Campus!

As the Coordinator, College Access Program, you’ll play a meaningful role in expanding access to higher education and helping Jones High School students see a clear pathway to college through Valencia College’s Lift Scholars program.

You’ll build strong relationships with students, families, high school partners, and community organizations while connecting students with resources, programs, and opportunities that support their transition to and success in college. This role is ideal for an enthusiastic, relationship-focused professional who can communicate effectively, collaborate across teams, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to a dynamic environment.

If you’re passionate about creating opportunities for students and making a lasting impact in the community, we invite you to bring your skills and energy to this exciting opportunity.

The ideal candidate will:

Be passionate about college access and student success.
Have experience working with students, families, or community partners.
Communicate effectively and build strong relationships.
Be organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
Use data to support outreach and inform student success efforts.
Have the ability to travel between campuses and to community events
State Medical, dental benefits and paid life insurance premiums
Paid time off – Annual leave, spring break, winter break, and other holidays.
Educational and Professional development opportunities for you and your dependents and so much more.

Additional Information:

This position operates in a primarily onsite environment.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s Preference under Florida Statute 295.07(5)(a), F.S.
Applicants must complete the entire online application and include work history, even if attaching a resume. Any incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please note that you will need to establish and maintain Florida residency within 30 days from your start date if selected for this position.
Selected candidates recommended for hire may be required to complete pre-employment screenings as a condition of employment, which may include but are not limited to: a criminal background check, drug screening, professional reference verification, and driver’s license verification. The Office of Organizational Development and Human Resources (ODHR) will confirm applicable requirements during the hiring process.
HOLDERS OF DEGREES FROM INSTITUTIONS OUTSIDE THE USA:
- Individuals who have completed college or university coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States are required to obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have any foreign transcripts evaluated prior to submission through an authorized evaluation service such as World Education Services. For a list of acceptable evaluation services, please visit https://valenciacollege.edu/faculty/forms/credentials/international-credentials-synopsis.php.

About this Position

Position Number

Position Number SE2074

Position Title

Position Title Coordinator, College Access Program

Job Type

Job Type Staff

FT/PT

FT/PT Full-Time

Employee Class Description

Employee Class Description Staff

General Position Description

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, College Access Program, this position is responsible for coordinating the daily aspects of all program activities, coordinating call campaigns and other outreach opportunities. Provides timely and informed responses to support assigned students.

Flexible Work Arrangement

Flexible Work Arrangement Majority/Primarily On-site: Employee performs the majority of job duties on-site, but may occasionally work remotely.

Grade

Grade 2026

Exemption Status

Exemption Status Non-Exempt

Posting Number

Posting Number S4036P

Location(s)

Proposed Work Schedule (Please note hours subject to change based on business needs)

Monday – Friday: 8 am – 5 pm (Hours may change based on business needs)

Temporary Position (Temp or Grant Funded) Details

Salary Range

Salary Range $41,447 - $47,146 per year

Essential Job Functions

Description of Job Function

1. Coordinates the daily aspect of the program to ensure students are supported through the enrollment process and transition successfully into the college. 2. Supports a variety of department projects and initiatives, including managing student call campaigns, presentations, events, and workshops. 3. Works with the Assistant Director to collect and analyze data, compile statistical reports, and presents program results as requested. Ensures program impact through on-going assessment and evaluation. 4. Provides monthly department status reports tracking all activities, projects and work conducted as requested by leadership. 5. Ensures that all information is routinely updated, accurate and consistent on all platforms, including the website and the learning management system. 6. In collaboration with the Assistant Director, plans and provides training opportunities for college staff in support of the goals of the program. 7. Serves as a point of contact for program inquiries from students, faculty, staff and community partners. 8. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Drivers License Requirement

Drivers License Requirement Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Required Minimum Education

Required Minimum Education Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited institution, or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Field of Study

Other Required Qualifications

One (1) year of experience working with students in an educational setting.

Required License/Certification

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education & Field of Study

Preferred Type of Experience

Preferred Licenses/Certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Ability to effectively communicate interpersonally, orally, and in writing.

2. Knowledge of college’s educational policies, procedures, and admission requirements.

3. Ability to collaborate with other departments in order to resolve student issues to full resolution.

4. Ability to work independently and as a team member with flexibility and thoroughness.

5. Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to dynamic environments while maintaining accuracy.

6. Ability to use technology and multiple software programs including Microsoft Office.

7. Ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion, and professionalism in addressing complex matters.

Working Conditions

General Working Conditions

This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and within the community staffed by professional and student staff members. The individual in this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, filing cabinets, die cut machines, laminators, and fax machines. Some position responsibilities require tasks outside of the office, in either a classroom setting, programming venue, or outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Typical physical competencies include but are not limited to frequently remaining stationary, moving, reaching, positioning self and occasionally ascending/descending, lifting/moving objects weighing between 25 pounds. This job also entails frequently communicating, discerning and exchanging information, detecting and perceiving objects up close, at a distance, and the ability to adjust focus. Cognitive abilities include but are not limited to frequently using discretion, judgment, reasoning, memory, learning, maintaining confidentiality, comprehension, problem solving, and decision-making.

The typical work environment, physical and cognitive demands listed above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions.

The College has a process to identify and make available reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job specific working conditions

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