GEAR UP Success Coordinator Job at The University of North Carolina Greensboro
The University of North Carolina Greensboro Greensboro, NC 27402
Position Type
Administration - Staff
Position Eclass
EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information
UNC
Greensboro, located in the
Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher
research activity and
community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three
UNC
System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most
diverse universities in the state with
20,000+ students, and
3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With
17 Division I athletic teams,
85 undergraduate degrees in over
125 areas of study, as well as
74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for
academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in
health and wellness,
visual and performing arts,
nursing,
education, and more. For additional information, please visit
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Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The mission of the division of Student Success is to work in partnership with the University community to deliver high quality services to facilitate the recruitment, retention and graduation of a diverse student population and also strives to provide service, leadership and transitional student support for UNCG. The division of Student Success is committed to designing, implementing and providing the services necessary to promote student success throughout the entire student life cycle from day one to diploma. This division includes the offices of Student Success Initiatives, New Student Transitions & First Year Experience, Students First Office, Academic Achievement Center, Completion Initiatives, TRiO Programs, UNCG Guarantee, and Multiliteracy Centers.
Position Summary
GEAR UP North Carolina is a college access initiative funded by the U.S. Department of Education and designed to increase the number of first generation, low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in postsecondary education. The GEAR UP Success Coach will work with the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) and GEAR UP NC to support first year college students from target high schools. This will be done through high quality, high touch coaching, providing accountability, and facilitating successful personal development. Coaches are expected to complete various coach training programs, engage in observation and debrief processes, and complete certifications while developing and fine tuning the art and science of coaching. The GEAR UP Success Coach is also expected to encourage interest in postsecondary education and build support for student success. The Coach will report to the Associate Vice Provost of Student Success/Dean of Undergraduate Studies. The GEAR UP Success Coach and university supervisor will have the GEAR UP Access and Success Manager as their point of contact with GEAR UP NC.
Minimum Qualifications
- The GEAR UP Success Coach must hold a Master’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience working with high school and/or college-age students.
- Knowledge of college services including financial aid and degree completion activities is a must.
- The candidate must demonstrate the ability to exercise independent judgment and also show strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- The successful candidate must be willing to use a cell phone for work-related activities and be willing to travel.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range
Commensurate with education and experience
Org #-Department
Undergraduate Student Success - 13601
Job Open Date
08/30/2022
For Best Consideration Date
09/13/2022
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
FTE
1.000
Type of Appointment
Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
6/30/2023; however, the GEAR UP project is expected to run through 6/30/2026
Number of Months per Year
12
FLSA
Exempt
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