McNair Scholars Program Lead, Student Success & Research

California Lutheran University; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks invites applications for a full-time McNair Scholars Program Coordinator. The role reports to the Director of the Ronald E. McNair and Student Support Services Program and manages workshops, internship planning, and graduate school preparation.

The coordinator will gather data, maintain records, and liaise with SSS, EEIR and OURCS offices. This grant-funded, 12-month position may extend contingent on funds and performance.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in student personnel administration, counseling/guidance, or related discipline.
• Three years' experience in program development and coordination.
• Experience working with first-generation, low-income students.

Responsibilities

• Organize and coordinate day-to-day services, including graduate school preparation workshops and classes, as well as planning and implementation of the Summer Research Internship.
• Assist with recruitment of eligible undergraduate students, including those from low-income and first-generation backgrounds, who are interested in pursuing doctoral degrees.
• Assist with development and implementation of activities for McNair Scholars, and support students in all aspects of the graduate application process.
• Assist the Project Director with student portfolios, including action plans, identified needs, measurements of student progress, and documentation of program participation.
• Coordinate individual plans for each McNair Scholar, including academic, financial, and career advising and graduate school admissions preparation.

Skills

Leadership

Public speaking

Event planning

Project management

Team development

Education

Advanced degree in student services

Job description

California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks invites applications for a full-time McNair Scholars Program Coordinator. The role reports to the Director of the Ronald E. McNair and Student Support Services Program and manages workshops, internship planning, and graduate school preparation.

The coordinator will gather data, maintain records, and liaise with SSS, EEIR and OURCS offices. This grant-funded, 12-month position may extend contingent on funds and performance.