Educational Talent Search, Student Program Coordinator - Panhandle Region

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University Panama City invites applications for an Educational Talent Search, Student Program Coordinator for the Panhandle Region. The role supports middle and high school students with academic enrichment, tutoring, mentoring, and college readiness services, traveling within the Panhandle region as needed.

Responsibilities include coordinating activities aligned with ETS objectives, providing counseling and group workshops, tracking progress, and collaborating with schools,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience.
• A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversees recruitment and provides direct services to program participants in alignment with federal TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS) objectives. Provides middle and high school participants with academic enrichment, tutoring, mentoring, career exploration, college and post-secondary planning, financial aid information, and other college-readiness services through individual and group advising, workshops, student check-ins, and school-based events. Maintains regular communication with participants to encourage engagement and participation in program services.
• Plans, coordinates, and implements activities that support ETS program objectives, including academic and career workshops, test preparation, community service initiatives, college and career exposure, campus visits, and other educational enrichment experiences that promote high school completion and preparation for college, career, or trade/technical education. Participates in federal TRIO training and professional development provided by the university, department, and other approved organizations.
• Evaluates participants' academic and educational needs through transcript reviews, student check-ins, and collaboration with teachers, counselors, families, and other school personnel. Monitors participants’ progress toward high school graduation and postsecondary readiness, including completion of college-preparatory coursework and applications for college admissions, financial aid, and scholarships. Collaborates with target school personnel and community partners to connect students and families with appropriate resources and provides guidance on college costs and financial aid. Responsibilities also include assisting with supervising and transporting program participants during approved program activities and performing other duties necessary to support program goals and objectives.

Education

Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience.

Job description

Job Title: Educational Talent Search, Student Program Coordinator - Panhandle Region

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 63754

Department: PCC Sponsored Programs

Florida State University is one of the nation’s top public universities, and FSU Panama City amplifies the university’s efforts to preserve, expand, and disseminate knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and human services professions. FSU Panama City is located 100 miles west of Tallahassee on the beautiful North St. Andrews Bay, and is only three miles from the beaches of the Emerald Coast. FSU PC currently houses 20 bachelor's programs, 9 master's programs, and 1 doctoral program, and boasts a small faculty-to-student ratio, which gives students a more personalized academic experience. Please visit https://pc.fsu.edu/promise for information about our FSU PC Promise to students and https://pc.fsu.edu/ for more information about our campus. FSU Panama City also recently opened a brand-new residential housing complex on campus, right on the water. This new apartment-style complex at FSU PC houses both undergraduate and graduate students. For more information about our on-campus housing, visit https://seminolelandingfsu.com/.

Responsibilities

• Oversees recruitment and provides direct services to program participants in alignment with federal TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS) objectives. Provides middle and high school participants with academic enrichment, tutoring, mentoring, career exploration, college and post-secondary planning, financial aid information, and other college-readiness services through individual and group advising, workshops, student check-ins, and school-based events. Maintains regular communication with participants to encourage engagement and participation in program services.
• Plans, coordinates, and implements activities that support ETS program objectives, including academic and career workshops, test preparation, community service initiatives, college and career exposure, campus visits, and other educational enrichment experiences that promote high school completion and preparation for college, career, or trade/technical education. Participates in federal TRIO training and professional development provided by the university, department, and other approved organizations.
• Evaluates participants' academic and educational needs through transcript reviews, student check-ins, and collaboration with teachers, counselors, families, and other school personnel. Monitors participants’ progress toward high school graduation and postsecondary readiness, including completion of college-preparatory coursework and applications for college admissions, financial aid, and scholarships. Collaborates with target school personnel and community partners to connect students and families with appropriate resources and provides guidance on college costs and financial aid. Responsibilities also include assisting with supervising and transporting program participants during approved program activities and performing other duties necessary to support program goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)
• A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Starting at $44,056, commensurate with education and experience.

Helpful

The student program coordinator will travel to middle and high schools within the Panhandle region, including Calhoun, Washington, Liberty, and Holmes counties, to provide academic support to students. The coordinator will work with students, families, school personnel, community partners, and program staff to increase the number of TRIO-eligible students who graduate from high school and pursue postsecondary education. The program coordinator will also collaborate with other program staff to connect program participants to other learning opportunities in other target areas. The coordinator will be required to attend monthly staff meetings, and quarterly professional-development at FSU PC and FSU, work occasional evenings, weekends, some overnight, and out-of-area travel to support program activities, college visits, educational enrichment experiences, professional development, and other approved program events.

Contact Info

Melinda Jones

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news! Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses.

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Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check, including a fingerprint-based screening via AHCA’s Clearinghouse pursuant to Section 1012, Florida Statutes, for positions in a FSU Developmental Research School or Section 409.175, Florida Statutes, for positions in a Childcare or Summer Camp position. Visit the AHCA Clearinghouse Screenings webpage for more information.

This position will be primarily located in the Panhandle Region and requires occasional travel to Panama City, FL and Tallahassee, FL.

This position will begin in late Fall 2026.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.