Job DescriptionAccess ASU is dedicated to increasing access to higher education and preparing Arizona students for success through family engagement, strategic K-12 education, and community partnerships. Access ASU's programs and initiatives are designed to ensure all Arizona students graduate high school ready to thrive in college and the 21st-century workforce.Access ASU seeks a dynamic individual with experience and interest in outreach. The Coordinator for Access ASU- Community Engagement position will support the work in promoting higher education for Arizona communities, students, and parents. This position will develop programming and create and present workshops to encourage post-secondary education for students and families. Under general supervision, the Coordinator will plan, organize, and coordinate activities, functions, and programs following priorities, time limitations, funding limitations, and other specifications. This position will be essential in creating and executing programming to support the recruitment and engagement of under-resourced high school students to ASU via the Cesar Chavez Leadership Institute.The Csar E. Chvez Leadership Institute seeks to improve access to higher education for Arizona high school students entering their junior and senior year by providing a variety of enriching experiences emphasizing leadership development and civic engagement while advocating for the completion of high school, attending college and educational opportunities at Arizona State University. Since 1995 more than 1,300 students have benefited from participating in the program.This position is front-facing, working closely and collaborating with community partners within their assigned portfolio to continue to create a college-going culture. The Coordinator will actively move Access ASU initiatives forward, including increasing access to higher education for K-12 students and their families.What's in it for you:Arizona State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes valuable employee benefits to enhance the total compensation of its staff. This package includes: (Click here to explore options)
- Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
- Low-cost health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
- Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement.
- Paid time for volunteer and professional development.
- 10 Paid Holidays and competitive Vacation and Sick accruals each Pay Period.
- Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings.
- Disability and leave program for income protection.
- Employee assistance for free and confidential behavioral health services.
- ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships.
Regular Schedule: In-person, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday; however, every team member must count on working during evenings and weekends as needed. Work location is primarily at the Memorial Union building at the ASU Tempe Campus; however, the incumbent must travel to off-campus events and other ASU campuses in their own vehicle when applicable.Working Environment
- Professionally represent department/program
- Sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
- Use computers effectively - including inputting, reviewing, and retrieving information, extended periods of viewing screen and using mouse and keyboard
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) to perform essential functions
- The incumbent must possess a valid Arizona driver's license and reliable transportation. The incumbent will be required to travel to off-campus events and other ASU campuses.
- Walk throughout campus for meetings or events, regardless of the weather
- Work collaboratively to achieve objectives
- Regular activities require the ability to be flexible and adapt to quickly changing priorities within a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lift 35 lbs
Background Check StatementASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND three (3) years of related experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.Department StatementEducational Outreach and Student Services (EOSS) is committed to enrolling all qualified students at Arizona State University and assisting them in their academic success. EOSS provides a broad range of services and support to students and prospective students ranging from outreach efforts with K-12 schools, orientation programs for new freshman, bridge programs to assist the transition to a university environment, and a wide variety of services, programs and activities for enrolled students. EOSS has direct responsibility for multiple departments across four campuses, some of which include the Dean of Students, University Housing, Health Services, Counseling Services, Disability Resources, the Memorial Union, TRIO programs, Sun Devil Fitness, Student Government, Student Media, Career Services, Access ASU and others.Desired Qualifications
- Experience presenting to large groups, including community stakeholders, students, and parents.
- Experience working in higher education.
- Evidence of being able to speak, write and read in Spanish/English preferred.
- Experience researching best practices to support the institution's recruitment and enrollment efforts of high school students.
- Experience in conflict resolution and problem-solving for student and parent audiences.
- Experience working and advising K-12 students in student engagement efforts.
- Experience developing and fostering relationships with community partners to move goals forward.
- Experience working with diverse, underserved and under resourced communities.
- Experience with ASU policies and procedures.
ASU StatementArizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
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- Lead program and create a curriculum that supports the recruitment and engagement of under resourced students to apply and enroll at ASU.
- Develop and deliver presentations to groups, including students, parents, and community stakeholders.
- Establish and track goals for application, admit, and enroll for senior cohort students.
- Conduct and assist with the preparation of related program evaluation activities.
- May assist in developing performance indicators, and accountability reports for new programs based on data.
- Coordinate logistics, scheduling, and program participant communication.
Community Partners
- Manage portfolio of designated community partners.
- Effectively communicate with community partners to develop and foster relationships.
- Establish and track goals for application, admit, and enroll for senior cohort students.
- Deliver training and professional development in the area of college readiness to K-12 teachers, parents, and counselors.
- Coordinate and manage requests for Outreach services and materials to K-12 schools and other community partners.
- Schedule facility and services for use by campus and outside organizations.
Summer Programs
- Develop and prepare curriculum, agenda, activities, presentations, etc. for residential summer camp experiences, that supports the recruitment and engagement of Hispanic/Latino students
- Support all summer camp related duties and functions; marketing, communication, registration, applicant review, related policies, etc.
- Develop and deliver presentations to groups including students and parents and community stakeholders.
- Coordinate logistics, scheduling, and program participant communication.
- Conduct and assist with the preparation of related program evaluation activities.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other members of Outreach and K-12 schools, the community, ASU students, faculty, and staff to effectively implement strategies.
Special Events
- Develop and deliver presentations to groups including students and parents and community stakeholders.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other members of Outreach and K-12 schools, the community, ASU students, faculty, and staff to effectively implement strategies.
- Conduct and assist with the preparation of related program evaluation activities.
- Work collaboratively across various departments within the University as well as with diverse populations and groups.
- Develop and facilitate workshops, meetings, or conferences with high impact on program and/or participants.
Other
- Assist in developing and coordinating outreach strategies to meet the goals of enrolling the full demographic of Arizona students, with a focus on application, admittance, and enrollment to ASU.
- Review research data and other literature and make interpretations for application to related programs, projects, or initiatives.
- Participate in developing action plans to direct and guide Outreach strategies and activities.
- Resolve issues relating to program development and implementation through verbal and written communication.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and data analysis to drive solutions forward.
- Represent Access ASU department and serve on various department and university committees.
- Ability to multitask, meet coinciding deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Other duties may be assigned to support department goals and initiatives.
Fingerprint Check StatementThis position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.Instructions to ApplyApplication deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.
IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of equivalent combination in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor's degree is equal to four years of experience.