Wings & First Gen Coordinator - Irvine, United States - Concordia University - Irvine Ca

Concordia University - Irvine Ca

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Irvine, United States

2 weeks ago

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Description

SUMMARY:

The WINGS & First Gen Coordinator will play a key role in preparing the new incoming class of undergraduate students as they transition into college.

This position will be responsible for faculty and staff to develop programming to prepare students for the academic year. In addition, the WINGS & First Gen Coordinator will assist students in monthly programming and student mentoring. Events will be created to support students in their academic and professional development.

Office Profile:

The U.S. Department of Education's Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI)

Program awarded Concordia University Irvine a $3 million grant, the largest federal grant in the university's history. Concordia's grant-winning initiative is titled "Avanzando:
Access and Success" and will enhance support services for undergraduate Hispanic students. The HSI grant will help Concordia meet the needs of its growing Hispanic population.

Concordia is committed to advancing access and success for all students, and to supporting all students' overall well-being as the university seeks to help them develop as wise, honorable, cultivated citizens.

ROLE:

This role advises a cohort of traditional undergraduate students. Particularly this position oversees the WINGS program.

The WINGS program is a two year program dedicated to the education and support of distinguished students who have been invited to participate as a condition of their enrollment.

All activities of this position are to make a contribution to the fulfillment of the mission of the university.

APPOINTMENT:

Recommended by the Associate Dean of Student Engagement
Approved by the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs

STAFF RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to the HSI Program Director and Associate Dean of Student Engagement
Work closely with the HSI grant positions, Registrar, Admissions, Student Success staff, Orientation team, and Clubs and Organizations
Consult with the Provost, Deans of the Schools, Department Chairs, faculty, and others regarding policies and programs that affect student success

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

HSI Grant Initiatives Pertaining to the WINGS Program_
Implement and execute HSI grant initiatives for Concordia's WINGS Program.
Plan and execute the Summer Bridge program under the direction of the WINGS Program Director.
Recruitment and hiring of Student Success Mentors and First Gen Mentors
On board training for both group of student leaders
Develop a strategic plan to help develop the two group of student leaders throughout the semester
Plan and oversee all activities related to the WINGS Program throughout the academic semester
Plan and oversee all activities related to the first generation students population throughout the academic year
Knowledge of the Hispanic community and best practices to develop students academic and professionally.
Participate in recommended professional activities to enhance skills and abilities.
Participate in professional organizations' functions which may include attending workshops and conferences.
Supervise student workers as needed or as requested by the director.
Duties require day and occasional evening and weekend hours.
Perform other duties as assigned to insure the success of the program on behalf of the university, its students and alumni.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires the individual to be strategic, politically savvy and a relationshipbuilding change agent.
Able to establish rapport and demonstrate tact and diplomacy with the different constituencies, including students, alumni, parents, employers, faculty and staff.
Strong public speaking skills; written communication and editing skills to develop reports, memos, handouts, brochures and other promotional materials.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and to handle pressure in a fast paced and changing environment.
Able to maintain the confidentiality of all University, Departmental and student processes and records.

Education/Experience

13 years of experience in Career Services either in Higher Education or a Private Business Environment
Experience developing relationships with private employers including outreach initiatives with with Hispanic businesses and the nonprofit sector
Exposure to the development of college or training programs

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Attitude and Demeanor:_
Exemplify Christian philosophy of the Concordia University mission statement in all aspects of daytoday duties and responsibilities assigned to this positi