What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator, STEP Program position at LMC Le Moyne College?
About Le Moyne College:
Le Moyne College, located in Syracuse, N.Y., is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today, Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.
Our Mission:
Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.
Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college. To do this, Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to the campus, and who bring greater depth, breadth, and diversity to our campus community.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Le Moyne College Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) is one of 51 STEP programs in New York State preparing historically underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students from Nottingham High School, Henninger High School, Syracuse Middle Schools and all of Onondaga County for college.
The Program Coordinator for STEP will support the Director and Academic Coordinator with day-to-day activities and management at each high school site, organize programmatic activities, and work closely with supervisors to achieve grant project outcomes. This position requires an outgoing, approachable and self-motivated individual with a passion for assisting high school students pursuing STEM pathways from underrepresented groups.
This is a part-time, 10-month position for after-school hours (Monday – Thursday, 12pm-4pm, September through June).
This position is a grant funded position. Renewal is based on funding being available from external sources and the performance review process by external sources and is
contingent on the continued receival of those funds.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Job duties specific to this position:
Assist in the recruitment and retention efforts for the STEP program within each high school by reviewing paper applications with applicants.
Responsible to ensure that required supplies are available at each school and communicate to Director/Coordinator when supplies need restocked.
Responsible for ensuring accurate documentation of contact and program activities by each student.
Communicate with guest speakers and other STEP stakeholders to support after school program planning.
Provide academic and professional counseling including assistance with short and long-range educational goals, college application process and employment applications; and identify students who require additional academic support services.
Staff the STEP space within the high schools ensuring that students are acting in a professional and respectful manner.
Motivate students collectively and individually to achieve academic success through encouraging, advising, and planning strategies, while supporting STEP philosophy and reflecting this in interactions with students.
Function as a student advocate in all interactions with parents/guardians and teachers.
Foster a program environment conducive to the academic, social, and personal development of students.
Support the STEP philosophy and reflecting this in his/her interaction with students, families, staff, the community of the host institution and the greater Syracuse community.
Job expectations for all Le Moyne College employees:
Demonstrates and role-models all of Le Moyne’s mission-based competencies (collaboration, communication, diversity, integrity, leadership and service) in every interaction with all community members and external parties.
Strengthen digital literacy skills through education and the application of digital technologies in order to effectively engage in information gathering, utilization and data management while promoting a security culture.
Supports cura personalis by treating all individuals with dignity, professionalism and kindness.
Promotes cura apostolica by aligning professional goals, objectives, and performance with college’s strategic goals.
Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethic.
Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.
Complies and adheres to all of Le Moyne’s established policies, procedures and codes of conduct at all times, including all health and safety requirements and regulations, to promote desired behavior and build awareness.
Must complete all required federal, state, institution and department trainings.
Engages in a planned program of professional development. Continually maintains skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry including best practice, evolving operational requirements, and industry trends.
Performs a variety of related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree is required.
Minimum of one (1) year related teaching - tutoring experience and/or administrative experience with a higher education opportunity program.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and experience with low-income, academic at-risk students.
Excellent written and communication skills.
This is a position includes 1-2 Saturdays per month.
Competence with basic Microsoft Office Suite skills and technology
Additional Information:
Pay Range: $20.00 per hour
Equal Employment Opportunity
Le Moyne College prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship & immigration or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click the 'Apply Now' button and submit the required materials for consideration:
* Cover letter outlining your interest in the position
* Current resume
* Contact information for 3 professional references
Salary : $20
