Position Information
Position Title: |
Temporary - Academic Support Coordinator SSS - Veterans |
Working Title: |
Temporary - Academic Support Coordinator SSS - Veterans |
Position Number: |
SHGRNT |
Full-time or Part-time: |
Full Time |
Time Limited Position: |
No |
Number of Vacancies: |
1 |
Department: |
Temporary Pools - Student Success |
Posting Number: |
0402576 |
SHRA/EHRA: |
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Job Category: |
Temporary |
Hiring Range: |
$25.00 Per Hour |
Overall Position Competency: |
Temporary |
Primary Purpose of the Organization: |
Fayetteville State University's Office of Access & Student Success encourages and assists families in the Sandhills Region of North Carolina who are traditionally underrepresented in postsecondary education with preparation for, entry into, and completion of a postsecondary degree.
The
TRIO Student Support Services Veterans (
SSS-Veterans) Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Education to provide structured academic support activities for military veterans who are low-income (under-resourced) and first-generation college students (underprepared).
The goal of
SSS-Veterans is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants following military service. The services offered create opportunities for academic development, assist students with meeting basic college requirements, and motivate them toward the successful completion of their postsecondary education. |
Primary Purpose of the Position: |
The Academic Support Coordinator for
TRIO Student Support Services - Veterans (
SSS-V) plays a vital role in advancing Fayetteville State University's commitment to student success by coordinating academic retention, tutoring, and mentoring initiatives for eligible first-generation (under-represented), low-income (under-resourced), and veteran students. Reporting to the Director, the Academic Support Coordinator ensures that all academic-support activities are implemented in compliance with U.S. Department of Education
TRIO regulations (34
CFR Part 646) and designed to promote persistence, academic excellence, and degree completion among veteran participants.
- Coordinate the delivery of academic tutoring, mentoring, and retention services consistent with *646.4 of TRIO SSS allowable activities.
- Conduct academic-needs assessments, monitor student progress, and provide proactive outreach to participants with DFWs, academic probation, or risk indicators.
- Develop and monitor individualized Academic Success Plans to improve performance and persistence.
- Recruit eligible participants using a variety of recruitment methods to obtain required members to serve for TRIO SSS-V
- Recruit, hire, train, and supervise peer tutors and mentors, ensuring quality and compliance with institutional and TRIO standards.
- Manage tutoring schedules, maintain student records, and document services in the Blumen database for reporting and evaluation.
- Facilitate study-skills, test-taking, time-management, and financial-literacy workshops designed to strengthen academic self-efficacy.
- Coordinate virtual and on-campus tutoring sessions to support commuter, online, and non-traditional students.
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Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: |
- Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, psychology, sociology, social sciences, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- One to two years of experience providing academic support or working in TRIO or similar federal programs that serve under-represented, under-resourced, and/or veteran populations.
- Demonstrated skill in coordinating tutoring, advising, or mentoring services.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
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Knowledge skills and abilities: |
- Knowledge of TRIO SSS objectives, participant eligibility, and compliance standards (*646.3-646.4).
- Understanding of the educational transition needs of veterans and adult learners.
- Ability to implement data-driven retention strategies and interpret academic-performance metrics.
- Strong facilitation, advising, and case-management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Blumen, and online learning or collaboration platforms (e.g., Teams, Canvas, Zoom).
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Preferred Qualifications: |
- Master's degree (preferred).
- Experience overcoming barriers similar to those faced by SSS-V participants preferred
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Special Instructions to Applicants: |
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Notice to Applicants: |
Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase "see resume."
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission. |
Closing Date: |
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Open Until Filled: |
Yes |
Other Information: |
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. |
EEO Statement: |
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).
Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity,sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. |
Veteran's Statement: |
Fayetteville State University is a
VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings. |
Quick Link |
https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/27837 |
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