The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.
This position is located at the University of Wyoming’s Gillette, WY location.
JOB TITLE:
SEO Project Coordinator
JOB PURPOSE:
The University of Wyoming Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC) staff work with high school seniors and adults who would like to enter or reenter college and who need assistance with 1. Completing a high school equivalency certificate, 2. Choosing colleges and degree programs, 3. Applying to college, 4. Applying for financial aid with a focus on completing the FAFSA, and 5. Developing other skills related to success in college.
You will recruit up to 400 EOC program participants in your service area (most must be limited-income or potential first generation college students) through building and maintaining professional, positive relationships with schools and local service agencies and you’ll provide individual and group services targeted to participants’ needs related to pursuing enrollment in college. This position requires a significant amount of independence and good judgment in daily scheduling and decision-making in order to recruit and serve the required number of program participants annually.
This position requires you to travel throughout your service area using a reliable personal vehicle to recruit and provide EOC services to a large number of participants and requires the ability to partner with other agencies and organizations who provide services to economically disadvantaged individuals.
The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.
Some evening and weekend hours required will be required. Frequent travel by personal vehicle, in all seasons, required. Occasional overnight stays and occasional air travel required.
NOTE: THIS POSITION IS A F-240 CALENDAR POSITION.
This position is grant funded and considered at-will employment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
An EOC Coordinator will be responsible for the following while working under the requirements of the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center grant housed at the University of Wyoming:
COMPETENCIES:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s Level Degree
Experience: At least one year of comparable experience in federal TRIO programs or similar programs that serve disadvantaged populations with the goal of increasing educational attainment.
Other requirements:
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload ONE document with the following for a complete application:
1) cover letter,
2) resume,
3) contact information for four (4) work-related references, two (2) of which should be current or previous supervisors, and two (2) coworkers
4) a statement (one page or less) addressing the following question: What educational access advising and services would you provide to a nontraditional age, low-income individual who wishes to enter college for the first time? How has your background and experience prepared you to address this individual’s needs?
Incomplete application materials will not be considered.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].
Pursuant to Wyoming State law, W.S. 19-14-102, as amended, an honorably discharged veteran who has been a resident of the state of Wyoming for one (1) year or more at any time prior to the date when the veteran applies for employment, or any surviving spouse who was married to such veteran at the time of the veteran’s death, who is receiving federal survivor benefits based on the veteran’s military service and is applying for employment, shall receive an interview preference during the applicant screening process with the University of Wyoming. At the time of application the applicant must possess the business capacity, competency, education or other qualifications required for the position. If disabilities do not materially interfere with performance of job duties, disabled veterans will be given preference over able-bodied veterans. Appropriate documentation of veteran status must be provided at time of application as outlined in the application process. No preference will be given to a veteran currently employed by a public department.
We conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of the background check.
Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and selection process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.
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