PT GEAR UP Data Coordinator - Spruce Pine, United States - Mayland Community College

Description

Salary: $0.01 Hourly

Location : Spruce Pine, NC

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Number: 00247

Department: Business Administration

Opening Date: 05/03/2024

Description

This position will implement and coordinate a community-wide effort between Mayland Community College (MCC), Avery County Schools (ACS), Mitchell County Schools (MCS), Yancey County Schools (YCS), and Appalachian State University (ASU) as part of the GEAR Up grant funded through 2027. The intent of this position and the grant overall is to increase the awareness and participation of middle grades through high school and first year students in college and career preparation. More specifically grant work specifically focuses on preparing students for college and career readiness pathways and the transition from secondary and post-secondary education to career.

PLEASE NOTE:

This is a limited grant funded position.

Funding for this position is allocated through September 2027. An additional GEAR UP grant is in the process of approval, which would provide funding through 2031.
This is a part-time position up to 20 hours per week; 12 month, seven-year grant funded position, contingent upon continued funding.

Primary Duties

• Works closely with stakeholders (including MCC, ACS, MCS, YCS, and ASU) to leverage each partner's resources in the interest of building a pipeline of future college graduates and future employees and documents activities associated with the GEAR Up Grant.
• Maintains records and reporting criteria needed as a partner in the GEAR Up grant.
• Assist in the creation and submission of necessary documentation of efforts of the College in association with the GEAR Up grant goals.
• Works with the Student Services and Administrative Services divisions at Mayland Community College, High School Liaisons, and local county schools to assist with record-keeping and data entry.
• Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and Welcoming College statement.
• Other duties as needed for grant-related activities.
• Manage budget for supplies and events
• Attend and participate in GEAR UP meetings as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Office Administration, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other technical software programs.
• Strong ability to communicate with school staff, verbally and in writing.
• Excellent program coordination skills, including demonstrated record of completing tasks on time and within budget.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working with middle school or high school students
• Successful experience in student support role(s)
• Knowledge of secondary education requirements
• Knowledge of postsecondary education options, application procedures and admission requirements

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