Job Details
Position Title: Stu Success Coach, Co-Curri Act
Employee Classification: Student Program Coord,Sr.
College/Division: ALCC Alamogordo CC
Department: 920001-ALCC ALAMOGORDO CC
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Location: Alamogordo Community College
Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $35,646-$41,310 commensurate with qualifications
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt
Summary: Are you passionate about fostering a vibrant campus community and ensuring student success through meaningful co-curricular experiences? Join us at NMSU Alamogordo, a dedicated Hispanic Serving Institution, as a Student Success Coach for Co-curricular Activities. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the development and implementation of engaging programs to enrich the lives of community college students.
Classification Summary:Under limited supervision, develops, implements, and oversees a range of integrated special programs and initiatives designed to assist in the recruitment and retention of graduate and/or undergraduate students within an underrepresented target population or college. Responsible for the internal and external promotion and representation of program activities. Coordinates and provides support services to student participants as appropriate to program activities.
Classification Standard Duties:Plans, develops, and coordinates student support programs, special projects, and other initiatives geared to the recruitment and retention of students within the targeted student population or college. Oversees and administers all facets of the day-to-day operations of the various programs and activities related to the position. Serves as primary liaison with internal and external contacts on all matters relating to the program(s) activities; represents the program(s) on a local, regional, and/or national basis. Provides and/or coordinates financial aid scholarship disbursement, academic advisement, career advisement, and/or related support to students participating in the programs; acts as student advocate, and provides day-to-day problem solving as necessary. Oversees and/or coordinates the collection and analysis of program activity data; develops, writes, edits, and presents statistical and narrative program reports and evaluations. May plans, develops, and implements strategies for identifying and generating funding and/or resource opportunities for program activities, to include development of grant and other fundraising proposals. Participates in the development of goals and objectives; recommends, implements, and administers methods and procedures to enhance operations, as appropriate to the unit. Supervises personnel which typically includes recommendations for hiring, firing, performance evaluation, training, work allocation, and problem resolution. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, EquivalencyRequired Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience: Three (3) years of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency: None; Required Certification/License:
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of student recruitment and retention issues. Knowledge of a range of recruitment strategies and techniques. Knowledge of targeted recruitment principles, procedures, and resources. Knowledge of student outreach services and activities.; SKILLS: Data management and records maintenance skills. Performance management skills.; ABILITIES: Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to develop and implement recruitment plans. Ability to analyze and solve problems. Ability to plan community outreach projects. Ability to analyze course prerequisites, certification, and/or curriculum/graduation requirements. Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events. Ability to design and develop recruitment plans. Knowledge of community outreach practices.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise Peer Mentor Staff
Prepare training materials for peer mentor staff that are targeted to serving Hispanic and low-income students.
Delivers training to Peer Mentor staff.
Plans, coordinates and delivers academic and co-curricular success programs for the community college students.
In coordination with Developmental Faculty, will research and propose ways to assess and support reading skills with embedded tutors. Tutors will be embedded in designated courses to promote academic success.
Determine effectiveness of embedded Tutors and develop a sustainability plan.
In coordination with Division Leads, will research and propose ways to deliver English and Math requirements specifically designed for programs.
Coordinate with Financial Aid office when hosting recruiting events so students can have first-hand access to information regarding FAFSA and Scholar Dollars Applications.
Identifies any existing barriers caused by campus policies or regulations for Hispanic and low-income students and addresses those barriers with the project director and appointed RC3 Committee to suggest simplification.
In collaboration with the rest of the team will create and continually revise a toolbox to be utilized among them to provide local resources to students. Create a sustainability plan for the resource toolbox.
Ensure no barriers exist that will impede completion, utilizing resources and services from the community (toolbox).
Plan and host 2 or more family engagement events in coordination with Hispanic organizations (LULAC/HACU/AHSIE/Chicano Programs, etc) to showcase student success rate/academic achievement.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in designing and implementing successful co-curricular programs.
Familiarity with embedded tutoring systems and academic assessment methods.
Special Requirements of the Position
Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding
Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule:
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.
Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Recruitment Summary
We are New Mexico s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.
NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.
NMSU Main CampusLocated in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.
Do a Ana Community CollegeFounded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Do a Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance.
Alamogordo CampusEstablished in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated on the hill above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.
Grants CampusNMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.
Special Instructions to Applicants
The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.
EEO StatementNMSU 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. NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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