Community Outreach Coordinator Bridge Idaho Upward Bound (LOUB)

October 11, 2024

University of Idaho


Position Details
Position Information

Posting Number SP003604P
Position Title Community Outreach Coordinator Bridge Idaho Upward Bound (LOUB)
Location Off Campus Location – Orofino
Division/College College of Education, Health & Human Sciences
Department TRIO-INSPIRE
FLSA Status Overtime Exempt
Employee Category Exempt
Pay Range $45,843 annually
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE 1
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Position Overview The Community Outreach Coordinator coordinates service delivery, participant recruitment, community outreach efforts, and implements evaluation strategies for the Lapwai-Orofino Upward Bound project. Upward Bound provides services to assist underserved populations in completing secondary schooling, enrolling in, and succeeding in programs of post-secondary education. Major responsibilities include: providing services to target community; providing information on post-secondary and career choice options; providing academic and financial aid assistance to eligible participants wishing to pursue a program of postsecondary education; and documenting and evaluating project services.
Unit Overview TRIO–INSPIRE in the College of Education is a team committed to fostering equity through access to transformational education and personalized support for our scholars. We value and sustain a professional environment that is vibrant, healthy, and supportive, in line with the University of Idaho’s vision of “Building Our Team.” Our core values are Commitment, Inclusion, Transformation, Intention and Collaboration: committed to be present and invested in our shared success, inclusive of the unique perspectives of all people and cultures, fostering a transformative mindset that sustains life-long learning, intentional in what we do, collaboratively engaging in meaningful relationships as allies and advocates.
Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain
Internal Posting?

Position Responsibilities

Key Accountability Assist in carrying out the Plan of Operation by:
Job Duties
  • Coordinating outreach, recruitment, and retention efforts serving project participants from low-income, first generation and culturally diverse backgrounds.
  • Conducting small group workshops and representing TRIO–INSPIRE at college, agency, and community fairs.
  • Collaborating with community partners to ensure delivery of services throughout the year including, when required or recommended, immersive programming for extended periods of time.
  • Developing and presenting informational materials that promote and publicize the project for the purposes of maintaining and/or increasing participant enrollment and community awareness of program services (State agencies, schools, non-profits).
Key Accountability Assist with Participant Service Delivery by:
Job Duties
  • Developing and delivering college preparatory programming or complementary programming, including, but not limited to career assessments, post-secondary admissions and financial aid scholarship processes, financial aid and scholarships, assessing individual participant needs and monitoring their progress.
  • Providing one-on-one advising for scholars/participants.
  • Assessing previous tests and/or records, educational needs, capabilities, and desires of participants.
  • Organizing, leading and transporting participants to educational events as needed.
Key Accountability Assist Records and Program Management by:
Job Duties
  • Completing and processing program records and financial claims in a timely manner.
  • Maintaining proficiency with technology such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and other software relevant to websites, graphics, and document layout.
  • Maintaining records and compiling data of current and past participants for annual reporting to the program sponsors, as well as for continuous program improvement.
  • Adhering to FERPA and HIPAA and protecting the confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
Key Accountability Create and Maintain Relationships with Community Stakeholders by:
Job Duties
  • Establishing and maintaining relationships with community leaders, partners, and stakeholders.
  • Working effectively with stakeholders to achieve organizational outcomes.
Key Accountability Engage in Professional Development by:
Job Duties
  • Ordering supplies and educational materials.
  • Providing outreach services in target school and support.
  • Serving on IATP and INSPIRE Committees.

Position Qualifications

Required Experience
  • Working with concepts and factors related to educational opportunity for underserved populations including low-income, and first-generation individuals.
  • Operating computers with the ability to conduct independent research, prepare informational reports, and analyze data using a variety of software programs.
  • Developing and delivering educational content in large group and individual settings (i.e.: in person, distance, digital).
  • Compiling and analyzing data.
  • Maintaining confidentiality while managing highly sensitive documents and information.
  • Working with and maintaining student records.
  • Working with minimal supervision.
Required Education
  • Bachelor’s degree with a preference for education, social sciences, and English degree programs.
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet the University’s driving requirements.
  • Requires: working evenings and weekends when necessary, and occasional overnight travel.
Additional Preferred Master’s with a preference for education, social sciences, and English degree programs.
Experience in:

  • Student service delivery; TRIO programs and/or similar programs; in planning and coordinating educational activities; teaching, supervising, or counseling non-traditional, under-represented students.
  • Risk management as it relates to college going processes and procedures.
  • Implementing major program planning and coordination.
  • Working in a team environment to accomplish shared goals.
Physical Requirements
Working Conditions
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

Posting Information

Posting Date 09/22/2022
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Please address all required and preferred qualifications in your letter of qualification . First consideration date for applications is October 10, 2022.
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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