Project Coordinator-Success Coach (Grant Funded)

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City Colleges of Chicago is seeking a Success Coach to enhance student support in a grant-funded program. This role involves advocating for students, managing resources, and collaborating with college staff to ensure student success and retention. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree and relevant experience in educational settings. The position offers comprehensive benefits and requires Chicago residency within six months of hire.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plans

Paid vacations/holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
• Minimum of three years relevant work experience.
• Experience in administering student support programs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor academic progress and provide support to students.
• Conduct program orientations and allocate resources.
• Engage regularly with students to motivate and identify needs.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, Social Service, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Project Coordinator-Success Coach (Grant Funded)

GRANT FUNDED - TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, AND LOGISTICS

OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE

Olive-Harvey College is seeking a Success Coach (Project Coordinator) to support the operations of the Department of Family and Support Service (DFSS) grant-funded program. The role involves serving as a dedicated advocate for students, from recruitment and enrollment to successful program completion. With support from DFSS, City Colleges of Chicago aims to address workforce needs through expansion of apprenticeships and work-based learning training programs. These programs provide resources and access to short-term training certifications, work-based learning experiences, and apprenticeships, enabling qualified Chicago residents to earn income during training and prepare for employment with increased wages. The Success Coach will work closely with students to monitor academic progress, connect them with support services, and ensure retention and persistence toward program completion and academic success.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote the DFSS grant-funded program with enrollment and admissions staff at OHC.
• Review student reports and applications to allocate resources based on individual needs.
• Conduct program orientations to inform students about expectations, opportunities, and resources.
• Collaborate with college staff to ensure students receive scholarships and financial support.
• Engage regularly with students to motivate, identify needs, and provide support.
• Work with advising teams and faculty to address student concerns, aiming for retention and success.
• Connect students with on-campus supports such as tutoring, counseling, housing, and food assistance. Assist with issuing stipends and scholarships as needed.
• Facilitate connections with off-campus community organizations.
• Respond to emergency student needs using grant funds.
• Develop response protocols for barriers to completion.
• Monitor DFSS records to ensure proper fund allocation.
• Assist in reviewing performance indicators and preparing reports.
• Support career services in helping students find employment after training completion.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Business, Education, Social Service, Social Work, Workforce Development, or related field.
• Minimum of three years relevant work experience.
• Experience administering student support programs in college or nonprofit settings.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse student body, faculty, and staff.
• Willingness and ability to travel and connect with students as needed.
• Flexibility to work on weekends occasionally to support students.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

WE OFFER: Comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, investment options, paid vacations/holidays, and tuition reimbursement. For detailed benefits information, please visit our benefits page.

Note: Chicago residency is required within 6 months of hire.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago.

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