Remote-Eligible MEP Outreach & Eligibility Specialist

University of Northern Iowa Alumni and Foundation; United States; Remote; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Northern Iowa Alumni and Foundation seeks a qualified professional to conduct outreach for the Migratory Education Program (MEP) across a designated region in Iowa. The role includes attending community events, interviewing potentially eligible migratory children and families, and coordinating with school personnel to support transitions into new educational settings.

Remote work is allowed within Iowa under policy; regular travel across Greene, Boone, Guthrie, Dallas, Polk,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, counseling, education, communications, human resources, or related field required.
• Associate’s degree plus three years of related experience or High School diploma plus six years of related experience may be substituted.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; regular travel within Iowa.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Word and Excel; video communication software such as Zoom.

Responsibilities

• Conducts outreach activities to raise awareness about the Migratory Education Program (MEP).
• Attends community events and meetings to engage with migratory families.
• Interviews potentially eligible migratory children and families to determine eligibility.
• Communicates with migratory liaisons to ensure timely identification of eligible children.
• Collaborates with school personnel to transition migratory children into new educational settings.
• Maintains accurate records of outreach efforts and eligibility determinations.

Skills

Communication

Travel willingness

Digital proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associate’s degree + 3 years experience

High School diploma + 6 years experience

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Zoom

Job description

The University of Northern Iowa Alumni and Foundation seeks a qualified professional to conduct outreach for the Migratory Education Program (MEP) across a designated region in Iowa. The role includes attending community events, interviewing potentially eligible migratory children and families, and coordinating with school personnel to support transitions into new educational settings.

Remote work is allowed within Iowa under policy; regular travel across Greene, Boone, Guthrie, Dallas, Polk,