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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Coordinator, Kelly/Strul Emerging Scholars Program - Boca Raton, FL.

The Coordinator for the Kelly/Strul Emerging Scholars Program is responsible for coordinating programs, events, and engagement initiatives that increase the retention and matriculation of program participants within the Kelly/Strul Emerging Scholars program. This position reports directly to and works closely with the Assistant Director of First-Generation Student Success, to engage program participants in a meaningful college experience aimed at accomplishing the program mission of graduating low-income first-generation college students’ debt-free. Additionally, the Coordinator supports all aspects of the program to include recruitment, graduation, and philanthropic programming, while specifically coaching freshmen and sophomore participants through the 17-point pathway program curriculum.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Providing support to the Kelly/Strul Scholars selection and recruitment process.

• Facilitating Kelly/Strul orientation sessions, onboarding, meet-ups, and programming in collaboration with the Kelly/Strul Registered Student Organization.

• Provide support to the Assistant Director in the co-facilitation of the First-Generation SLS Course curriculum and class instruction.

• Management of the peer-to-peer mentoring program to ensure participants are intentionally paired with a mentor.

• Monitoring student progress and creating intervention strategies through the Kelly/Strul Academic Success Retention Plan.

• Communicating regularly with students and ensuring they are aware of programs that may be counted towards their curriculum requirements.

• Developing program engagement and “touch-point” programs that align with the “17-point pathway” program curriculum.

• Maintain accurate records and host regular meetings with students to maintain a pulse of their overall collegiate experience and progress within the program, specifically focusing on students under 60 credit hours of study.

• Provide support and representation at Office of First-Generation Student Success events during the summer, fall, and spring semesters.

• Serve as advisor to the Kelly/Strul Registered Student Organization.

• Collect data and assist with the end-of-year reporting and reports to the Kelly/Strul Executive Board.

• Participate in institutional, divisional, and department-wide events as needed.

• Stay current on research and best practices for encouraging first-generation student success.

  FAU Benefits and Perks:

  If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks ! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php

• Sick Leave Pool Program

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

  For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience.

Salary:

$43,888 per year

College or Department:

Division of Student Affairs: First Generation Student Success

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. some nights and weekends

Application Deadline:

2024-11-05

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

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OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.

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With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.

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Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.

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Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.