Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program

Fayetteville State University; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fayetteville State University is seeking a Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program to support the Director in implementing goals for college access initiatives and to manage administrative duties.

This role requires collaboration with schools, community organizations, and partners; you will help coordinate staff schedules across counties served and ensure program compliance and reporting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Business Administration, Communications, HRD, Mathematics, Science, or related field.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in an educational or student services setting.
• Knowledge of PK–16 educational pipeline and college access initiatives.
• Ability to develop and implement evidence-based programs that promote college access.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate staff schedules to appropriate sites in the counties served.
• Assist the Director with implementation of goals and objectives of Educational Opportunity Centers.
• Develop working arrangements with schools, community agencies, and other organizations.
• Provide administrative support and ensure program compliance and reporting.

Skills

PK-16 educational pipeline

EDGAR & OMB regulations

Organizational skills

Communication & presentation

Leadership & teamwork

Relationship building

Education

Master’s degree in Education or related field

Job description

Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program

Position Information

• Position Title: Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program
• Working Title: Program Coordinator of the Educational Opportunity Centers Program
• Position Number: 002077
• Full-Time Or Part-Time: Full Time
• Time Limited Position: Yes
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Department: College Access Programs
• Job Category: Professional
• Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Primary Purpose of the Position

The coordinator reports and works under the supervision of the Director of the Office of College Access Programs. The coordinator assists the Director with implementation of the goals and objectives of Educational Opportunity Centers and assists with administrative responsibilities. The coordinator develops working arrangements with appropriate schools, community agencies, military agencies and other organizations. Coordinate staff schedules to the appropriate sites in the counties that are served.

This position is funded by non-state funding. Continuation of this position is contingent upon the continuing availability of those non-state funds.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s degree in Education, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Business Administration, Communications, Human Resource Development, Mathematics, Science, or a related field. Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in an educational or student services setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the PK–16 educational pipeline and college access initiatives. Working knowledge of Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Guidance, and TRIO regulations. Ability to develop and implement evidence-based programs that promote college access and student success. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, and meet deadlines. Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team-building abilities. Ability to build effective relationships with students, families, educational institutions, and community partners. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with professionalism, initiative, and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing programs that support college access and success for low-income, first-generation, and underserved students. Experience with TRIO, GEAR UP, or other federally or state-funded college access programs. Experience managing grants, including budget administration. Experience collaborating with university faculty, administrators, community organizations, and educational partners. Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting program data. Experience preparing reports for grant funders and other stakeholders. Experience hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating staff.

Background Check

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).

EEO Statement

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran Statement

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.