Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee

About the Role

The Veterans Success Student Resource Center (VSSRC) Assistant Program Coordinator Trainee (APCT) is a trainee-level appointment working under the lead direction of the VSSRC Program Coordinator and with close supervision of the VSSRC Director. The trainee period is not to exceed 12 months, during which the APCT is expected to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to function under general supervision at the SSP IB working level.

The incumbent assists the Center’s Program Coordinator through clearly defined efforts to deliver integrated support services and programming aimed at improving students’ academic success, leadership, professional development, retention, and enrichment of the overall student experience. This position will serve as a mentor and advisor to students. Additionally, the APCT will work with interns and student assistants to support staff who design and deliver programs for graduate and/or undergraduate students to promote and raise awareness around student excellence through events/programs, written materials, and representation on campus-wide committees.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Center’s Program Coordinator in delivering integrated support services and programming.
• Provide mentorship and advisement to students.
• Work with interns and student assistants.
• Support staff in designing and delivering programs for graduate and/or undergraduate students.
• Promote and raise awareness around student excellence through events/programs, written materials, and representation on campus-wide committees.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)
• Temporary (1-Year Limited Duration) with the possibility for reclassification into the SSP IB classification for an additional 1-year appointment.
• Full-Time
• Pay Plan: 12 months
• Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with occasional evening and weekends, dependent on department needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge and Abilities:
• Working knowledge of the basic principles of individual and group behavior.
• Working knowledge of research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information.
• Working knowledge of the techniques and methods of interviewing.
• Ability to gather and analyze data.
• Ability to reason logically, draw valid conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to participate in and contribute to group meetings, conferences, and interviews.
• Ability to clearly express ideas and recommendations orally.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and faculty.
• Required Qualifications:
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Education

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field.
• Specialized experience acquired and successfully applied during which the applicant has gained the knowledge and abilities listed above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Condition Of Employment

• Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to understand and navigate a dynamic campus culture with diverse populations.
• Competency in cross-cultural communication.
• Demonstrated success working on teams and supporting colleagues on collaborative initiatives.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, with advanced notice.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter