What are the responsibilities and job description for the McNair Program Coordinator position at Truman State University?
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
McNair Program Coordinator
Job Responsibilities
The McNair Programming Specialist will assist in recruiting, supporting, and mentoring first-generation and underrepresented undergraduate students in the McNair Scholars Program. This role involves planning and coordinating recruitment and outreach activities, delivering academic support and workshops, supervising student staff, and ensuring compliance with program regulations. The Specialist will also maintain strong relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and external partners to foster academic success and prepare students for graduate school. This is an exempt, year-round, grant-funded position.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Lead recruitment and outreach efforts for McNair-eligible students, which includes facilitating the Explore McNair Program for first-year students, maintaining the program’s website and social media platforms, and coordinating the annual application review process
- Plan and deliver seminars, workshops, and other programming to support the academic development and graduate school preparation of participants
- Provide individualized academic guidance and track students’ progress.
- Supervise student staff and assist with program promotion via social media and events.
- Other duties as reasonably assigned.
Truman offers an attractive benefits package including: paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefits/.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in areas of increased responsibility in higher education student advising, engagement, teaching, or related areas.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and collaborate with students, staff, faculty and external stakeholders.
- Ability and desire to foster a supportive and motivating environment that empowers students to reach their goals.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
- Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision.
- Experience organizing workshops, seminars, or academic support services aimed at student development and success.
- Experience in executing outreach campaigns or organizing recruitment events, including the use of social media and other platforms.
- A strong desire for continuous learning and the ability to proactively seek out new knowledge and insights.
- Experience working with TRIO-eligible students from diverse backgrounds, especially regarding the opportunities and barriers they navigate in higher education.
- Familiarity with federal regulations related to grant-funded programs, higher education compliance, and student confidentiality.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S218P
Open Date
03/18/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu. Final candidates will be expected to undergo and successfully pass a background check.
Review of applications will begin April 11, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Review of applications will begin April 11, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Salary
The salary for this position ranges from $38,000-40,000 annually commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Non Discrimination Statement
Truman State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, Truman State does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its program or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Inquiries may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu.
Truman State is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources, McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu.
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Additional Undergraduate Transcripts
- Other Documents
- Graduate Transcripts
- Additional Graduate Transcripts
Salary : $38,000 - $40,000
