Program Coordinator (First-Year Experience)

UDC College of Arts & Sciences; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 53,514 - 65,406; Full time

Job summary

UDC College of Arts & Sciences is seeking a Program Coordinator for the First-Year Experience (FYE) program. The successful candidate will oversee and coordinate various activities to support first-year and transfer students. Responsibilities include evaluation of program components, collaboration with faculty, and development of strategies to improve student retention.

The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree and experience in program development, along with effective communication skills to work with a diverse student population.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience developing and supporting program activities.
• Strong knowledge of program evaluation methods.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the services and activities of the First-Year Experience program.
• Implement and evaluate components of the First-Year Experience Program.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance student support activities.

Skills

Effective communication with diverse backgrounds

Excellent customer service skills

Collaboration with faculty and staff

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open To The Public

Employment Status: Full-Time, Temporary

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: DS0058/7

Salary Range: Up to 59,460.34

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20008

Brief Description of Duties

Under the supervision of the Director of Academic Excellence and Retention their designee, this position will oversee, plan, organize, coordinate, and review the services, activities, and operations of the First‑Year Experience (FYE) program. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for the development and implementation of various programs and activities designed to promote first‑year and transfer students' successful acclamation and integration into the University and enhance their academic, social, and personal development. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for developing and coordinating all components of the First‑Year Experience to assist in improving the retention and persistence rates of each group. The Program Coordinator will work in concert with his/her counterparts on other campuses regarding all student experience programming.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinate, implement, and evaluate all components of the First‑Year Experience Program including, but not limited to, Registration Day, New Student Orientation, New Student Welcome Week.
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the FYE program.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, academic coaches/advisors in creating program, support activities and expanding student opportunities.
• Provide supervision for the Peer Advisor program.
• Develop yearly calendar of events, workshops, and other schedules related to activities and services; review, update, and inform others of essential timelines; coordinate assigned activities; ensure the timely completion of work in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards.
• Assist with developing, coordinating, and implementing other programs, special projects, activities, and events assigned to the department.
• Develop program strategies, review, and evaluate informal co‑curricular activities/programs for quality performance.
• Monitor, maintain, and participate in the administration of assigned budget; make recommendations regarding allocation of resources and expenditure of funds.
• Research and provide continuous up‑to‑date information on best practices for new and incoming students.
• Confers with management and conducts surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes, changes, and other factors.
• Serve and provide support in a leadership/managerial capacity in the Student Success Center as needed.
• Identify and attend professional development opportunities.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience developing and supporting program activities.
• Knowledge of methods used to collect, analyze, and assemble pertinent facts; evaluate, arrange, and present responses; and to review written reports and prepare summaries to facilitate program operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrable evidence of the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, and a diverse student population.
• Proficient in computer software applications, including Microsoft Office, and other related software packages.

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment: Temporary employment may be ended at any time with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.

Employment Benefits: Depending upon length of appointment, selectee may or may not be eligible for full benefits such as health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia's retirement plan (TIAA‑CREF).

Equal Opportunity Employer

The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference

Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship

At this time, the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g., H-1B). This job is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Drug‑Free Workplace

Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation

Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.