TRIO SSS Student Experience Coordinator

Fitchburg State University; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Fitchburg State University seeks a TRIO SSS Student Experience Coordinator to craft a four-year curriculum of programming that supports students through college and prepares them for graduation and beyond. You will lead initiatives in financial literacy, academic skills, career exploration, and experiential learning.

The role emphasizes collaboration with student services, development of annual calendars, and expanding opportunities like internships and undergraduate research, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience with first-generation college students or student-focused programs.
• Experience coordinating educational, professional development, or student engagement programs.
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a four-year curriculum of TRIO SSS programming focusing on financial literacy, academic skills, career readiness, and experiential learning.
• Create a developmental progression and annual calendars aligned with program goals.
• Coordinate workshops on time management, study strategies, and academic planning.
• Collaborate with Career Services to support resumes, interviews, and networking.
• Expand opportunities for undergraduate research, internships, and study abroad.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

First-generation students

Program coordination

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Job description

About Fitchburg State University

Fitchburg State University, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, isa public institution dedicated to integrating high-qualityprofessional programs with strong liberal arts and sciencesstudies. Founded in 1894, the university now has more than 30undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 6,000full and part-time students. We invite you to learn more about usand how we can help you achieve your educational goals.

Institutional Diversity and Social Justice

Fitchburg State University embraces a commitment to diversity,inclusion, belonging and social justice. We encourage individualsfrom historically underrepresented groups to apply and also thosewho can contribute to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity inhigher education through their teaching, research andmentorship.

Job Description

About the Position

The TRIO SSS Student Experience Coordinator is responsible fordeveloping and coordinating a comprehensive four-year curriculum ofprogramming for students participating in TRIO SSS. The Coordinatorwill create a developmental sequence of educational, professional,and experiential opportunities designed to support studentsthroughout their college journey and prepare them for successfulgraduation and their next steps after college.

Programming will focus on four primary areas: financial literacy,academic skills, career exploration and readiness, and experientiallearning. Experiential learning opportunities may includeundergraduate research, internships, study abroad, leadershipexperiences, conferences, and other high-impact educationalexperiences.

Key Responsibilities

Program Development and Student Experience

Create a developmental progression of programming that buildsstudents' knowledge, skills, confidence, and independence fromtheir first year through graduation.

Develop annual programming calendars that align with students'developmental needs and the TRIO SSS program's goals and objectives.

Financial Literacy

Develop and coordinate financial literacy programming focused onpractical skills for college and life after graduation.

Academic Skills

Coordinate workshops and activities addressing time management,study strategies, organization, academic planning, research,writing, presentations, and other academic skills.

Develop programming that progresses from foundational skills in thefirst year to advanced academic preparation and graduate-schoolreadiness in later years.

Career Exploration and Readiness

Develop a four-year career development sequence beginning withself-exploration and career awareness and progressing towardprofessional preparation.

Coordinate programming in collaboration with the Career Servicesand Advising Center related to resumes, cover letters,interviewing, networking, professional communication, job searches,internships, and graduate school.

Experiential Learning

Develop and expand opportunities for TRIO SSS students toparticipate in high-impact experiences including undergraduateresearch, internships, study abroad, service learning, conferences,leadership programs, and professional development.

Student Engagement and Partnerships

Build strong relationships with TRIO SSS students and promoteactive participation in program opportunities.

Support student leadership and encourage students to takeincreasing ownership of their educational and professionaldevelopment.

Assessment and Administration

Establish learning outcomes and measures of success forprogramming.

Manage program logistics, including scheduling, communications,registration, materials, budgets, and event coordination.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience working with first-generation college studentsand/or developing student-focused programs.
• Experience coordinating educational, professional development,career, or student engagement programs.
• Strong organizational, project management, and communicationskills.

Additional Information

Shift Information

This is a contracted position that ends August 31, 2027. Contractor hours cannot exceed 20 hours per week.The hourly rate is $30 per hour.

Priority Review

October 2, 2026

Fitchburg State University is an equal opportunity employer.