Crimson Compass Program Coordinator - 530649

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama seeks a Crimson Compass Program Coordinator to support daily operations and coordinate recruitment activities for high school students preparing for college admissions. The role includes planning events, visits, information sessions, family engagement, and student success programming.

Collaborating with campus and K–12 partners, you will help strengthen relationships, manage records, and contribute to program growth through outreach and marketing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus two years of experience; OR master's degree and some experience.
• Must have valid U.S. driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record in compliance with University policies.
• Applicants must be at least 19 years old at time of hire; those under 21 may have driving restrictions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build, nurture, and sustain partnerships between educational entities.
• Experience with recruitment and marketing strategies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment activities and program events for high school students.
• Prepare students for college admissions and help explore academic directions and opportunities.
• Collaborate with campus and K–12 partners to strengthen relationships and support student success.
• Maintain program records and assist with outreach, marketing initiatives, and program growth.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Partnership development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Pay Grade/Pay Range:Minimum: $48,600 - Midpoint: $60,800 (Salaried E7)

Department/Organization:209318 - Academic Innovation Programs

Normal Work Schedule:Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evenings as needed.

Note to Applicants:Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.

Job Summary:The Crimson Compass Program Coordinator supports the daily operations of the Crimson Compass Program. Coordinates efforts for high school students by preparing them for college admissions and exploring academic direction and opportunities. Creates and coordinates recruitment activities and program events, including presentations, high school visits, information sessions, recognition events, family engagement activities, and student success programming. Collaborates with campus and K–12 partners to ensure exceptional service and strengthen relationships that support student success and program growth.

Additional Department Summary:Coordinates the K-12 school liaising/partnerships, recruitment, programming, and communications functions of the Crimson Compass program. Serves as the primary operational support for the program by assisting with outreach to Alabama high schools, coordinating student services, coordinating programming details, maintaining program records, supporting marketing initiatives, and ensuring students successfully navigate the transition from high school to college.

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience; OR master's degree and some experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to build, nurture, and sustain partnerships between educational entities. Understanding of recruitment and marketing strategies. Demonstrated organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to establish positive working relationships with students, families, educators, and campus partners.

Preferred Qualifications:K-12 teaching and/or administrative experience. Experience working collaboratively with K–12 school districts, counselors, and community organizations. Experience using data to inform continuous improvement strategies.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’sKnow Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalposter.

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