The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE: 

Student Success Services Project Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE:

Under limited supervision, design, coordinate, implement, and deliver services to SSS-eligible UW students (first generation, low-income students and students with disabilities) with the goal of helping them to maintain good academic standing, persist in college, and earn a degree in a timely manner. The services you provide through one-on-one holistic advising are intended to mitigate the barriers to educational achievement commonly found among disadvantaged students and include promoting good habits and skills to facilitate student success in the academic, career, personal, and financial spheres. Please Note: This position is grant-funded and is 'at-will' employment. This is a 10-month position. The work calendar for this position runs from the last week of July through the last Friday of May. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and provide appropriate, individualized services and undertake group workshops and training for eligible participants.
• Independently recruit and serve eligible students under federal and SEO guidelines.
• Develop and maintain relationships with UW advisors, departments, and other organizations .and lead collaborative initiatives to further postsecondary access and success for participants.
• Maintain strict compliance with federal legislation, federal regulations, and OMB directives as well as UW and SEO policies and procedures.
• Undertake small- and large-scale event planning.
• Market program services and successes to the public.
• Collect, verify, and document extensive participant data and educational outcomes in an accurate and timely manner.
• Use Microsoft Office programs daily to complete tasks and present information. 

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide training to program and activity support staff.
• Supervise hourly staff.
• Serve on committees and represent the project at meetings and events

COMPETENCIES:

• Individual Leadership
• Organization
• Collaborative relationships
• Strategic Planning
• Innovation
• Integrity

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree

Experience: 2 years work-related experience

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements:

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Master's Degree
• Knowledge of issues affecting college student success and retention
• Proven ability to motivate students to undertake actions and activities that promote their academic and personal success
• Instructional experience at the postsecondary level
• Experience working with TRIO-eligible student populations (low-income, first-generation college students, non-traditional students, and students with disabilities)
• Familiarity or experience working with federal educational grants under accountability standards
• Attention to detail and timely completion of assignments. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

In addition to the UW online application, please provide:
1. Cover letter
2. A resume that specifically address the duties and qualifications for the position
3. Contact information for four work-related references
4. A one-page statement that addresses the following questions attached to your application or emailed to
phesco@uwyo.edu

- What specific challenges do low-income and first-generation college students face in graduating from college?

- How are you qualified to help students address and overcome these challenges?
- Have you experienced similar challenges?

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/