Coordinator - Rural Postsecondary and Economic (RPED) Grant

Position Summary

Coordinator - Rural Postsecondary and Economic Development (RPED) Grant

Salary Schedule: L1 RPED Grant- Grant Funded. ($50,000.00) Continued employment is contingent upon grant funding. This is a non-tenure track position Non-Probationary Status cannot be obtained.

Scope of Responsibilities: Provides support of grant initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the Project Director in planning, organizing, and managing the daily operations of the grant initiatives.
• Oversees the implementation of grant activities, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
• Coordinates the development and revision of orientation courses, meta-majors, and instructional leadership programs.
• Monitors project progress by collecting, analyzing, and reporting data on key performance indicators.
• Assists in the preparation of quarterly and annual performance reports for the funding agency.
• Ensures compliance with grant requirements, including maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Supports the hiring, onboarding, and supervision of project staff and faculty involved in the grant.
• Facilitates collaboration between departments, faculty, and staff to achieve project goals.
• Serves as a liaison between the grant team, campus leadership, and external partners.
• Assists in implementing tutoring and other student support services.
• Develops strategies to engage students in new initiatives, increasing retention and graduation rates.

• Coordinates professional development activities for faculty and staff as part of the instructional leadership academy.
• Helps monitor the project budget to ensure proper allocation and utilization of grant funds.
• Works with the Project Director and financial office to prepare budget reports and adjust expenditures as needed
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Human Resources Services, Psychology, Education, or other related human service degree from a regionally accredited institution,
• One-year experience in counseling at high school or post-secondary level,
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of database and word-processing programs,
• Demonstrated experience working with low-income and/or first-generation college participant populations,
• Excellent oral and written communication skills,
• Experience working with low-income, high risk or under-represented students.

• Master's Degree,
• An understanding of and a commitment to the philosophy and mission of the Alabama Community College System,
• Effective written and oral communication skills,
• Ability to organize and work independently,
• Effective interpersonal skills,
• Student coaching experience.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

WCCS is an equal opportunity employer and enrolled in E-Verify. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. WCCS will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. WCCS reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Applications must be completed online using our online process. Human Resources’ contact information is as follows:

Human Resources Department

Wallace Community College Selma

3000 Earl Goodwin Parkway

P. O. Box 2530

Selma, AL 36702-2530

Phone: (334) 876-9319, 876-9338

Fax: (334) 876-9334

Website: www.wccs.edu

A complete application package consists of:

• WCCS application,
• A resume,
• A copy of transcript(s) verifying required degree. Please print name as listed on transcript, if different from last name listed on application.
• Work experience verification in writing from your current and/or previous employer(s) confirming the required level of experience as stated in the “Required Qualifications” section. Verification should be printed on company letterhead and must include dates of employment, position title(s), and duties performed. A work verification from either your current or previous employer must be provided. Remember that the work experience verification completion is your responsibility.

Please Note: If you are applying for more than one position, please submit a separate, complete application. In the event the position is reposted, a new application packet must be submitted.

Application Deadline

All application information must be received by 12:00 P.M. on the closing date. Final applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will not be considered. A complete application package is the responsibility of the applicant.

Note: In accordance with Alabama Community College System policies and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

WCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is enrolled in E-Verify.