Student Access/Development/Engagement Programming Specialist II

Rochester Institute of Technology; United States; Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Upward Bound Student Access/Development/Engagement Programming Specialist II at Rochester Institute of Technology serves as a case manager and student advocate, providing academic, career, and personal advising to eligible high school students. This role monitors progress, develops IAPs, assists with course selection and graduation planning, and helps ensure program participation requirements.

The position supports program administration, maintains accurate student records, analyzes data,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintains day-to-day operations for assigned program area, including student engagement activities and event management.
• Ensures operations and activities adhere to grant guidelines.
• Serves as a mentor and advocate with individualized advising and counseling.
• Encourages participation in tutoring, workshops, and resources to support student success and retention.
• Performs outreach and meets regularly with participants to discuss needs and progress.
• Develops an action plan for each fiscal year.
• Allocates funds for program activities and monitors budget expenditures for grant compliance.
• Manages timely submission of financial reporting.
• Fosters relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborates to develop programs promoting student retention and closing achievement gaps.

Skills

Program management

Event planning

Student advising

Budgeting

Independent work

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Position Highlights

The Upward Bound Student Access/Development/Engagement Programming Specialist II serves as a case manager and student advocate, providing academic, career, and personal advising and coaching to eligible high school students. This position monitors student academic progress, develops and tracks Individual Academic Plans (IAPs), assists with course selection and graduation planning, and helps ensure students meet program participation requirements. Supports Upward Bound program administration by maintaining accurate student records and databases, tracking participation, analyzing program data, and preparing monthly and semester reports. The position also assists with assessment activities, program goals, policies, procedures, and strategies designed to strengthen student access, development, engagement, and success. A key responsibility is developing and facilitating academic, financial aid, financial literacy, career, and personal development workshops. The Specialist II may also coordinate social and cultural activities that promote student engagement, college readiness, and educational achievement, and contribute to completion of the Annual Performance Report. This is a grant funded position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains day-to-day operations for assigned program area, to include student engagement activities and event management.
• Ensures operations and activities adhere to grant guidelines
• Serves as a mentor and advocate to participants and provides individualized advising and counseling services.
• Encourages participation in tutoring, program workshops, and other resources to facilitate student success and retention in the program
• Performs outreach and meets regularly with participants to discuss needs, monitor progress, and assist with the resolution of academic and/or personal challenges
• Develops an action plan for each fiscal year.
• Allocates funds for program activities and monitors budget expenditures for program grants to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Manages the timely submission of financial reporting
• Fosters and develops relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Works collaboratively to develop and implement programs and resources focused on student retention and the elimination of achievement gaps
• Represents the program on and off campus at professional activities and recruitment events.
• Oversees the internal and external marketing of the program through electronic and print communication, partnering with university communications staff to promote the visibility of the program
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of program management and event planning
• Knowledge of student advising and coaching
• Skill in managing and implementing student success programming
• Skill in allocating and managing budgets
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively and engage with a wide range of personalities

Minimum Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 3 years of relevant experience

Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Job Level Overview

Specialized Contributor Level 2 - A fully functional role requiring established knowledge of the profession or field of work. Responsible for completing substantive assignments and projects. Problems are varied and non-routine, and resolution requires exercising judgment, analysis, advisement, creativity, and understanding broader sets of issues. May provide assistance to entry level staff.

FLSA Category Exempt

Exempt

Work Location Hybrid

Hybrid

Compensation

$62,355-$64,000

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology has a long-standing history of innovation that blends the arts, technology, and experiential learning. In addition to its main campus in Rochester, New York, RIT maintains a strong international presence with over 100 active global partnerships and international campuses in Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo. As of Fall 2024, total student enrollment across all campuses exceeded 21,000. Nationally recognized for its co-op and internship programs, RIT is supported by more than 4,000 dedicated faculty and staff members committed to student success. Its 1,300-acre suburban campus features cutting-edge facilities that reflect RIT's strengths in applied research, design, and workforce development.