Job: TRIO EOC Site Coordinator
Job Description
Job Type: Full time, Salaried
Wage: $43,888/yr.
Location: Trinidad, CO.
Job Description:
The TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) is a federally-funded program at CSU Pueblo with the primary purpose of assisting individuals who are low- income and/or potential first-generation college students in gaining access to higher education.
CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities for our diverse student population, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world.
Description of Job
The individual in this full-time, administrative professional, in-person position is responsible for conducting the day-to-day operations of the TRIO EOC office currently located in Trinidad. In-person support may also be required at the host institution’s other satellite offices, located in Alamosa.
Site coordinators are responsible for assisting clients, records management, supervision of work study employees and database management as relevant. Site coordinators are also responsible for conducting in-person outreach to various area colleges and universities, community agencies, and high schools with the purpose of disseminating information about college and identifying college-ready first generation and low-income participants for the program. Routine travel within Trinidad and other locations within the program’s service area is required.
The Trinidad Site Coordinator is responsible for recruiting a minimum of 250 eligible participants per year, contacting a minimum of 2 community organizations monthly in order to identify potential EOC eligible participants, and conducting a minimum of 1 in-person outreach event per month.
This position is funded through August 31, 2026, through a renewable Department of Education grant. Continuation of the position beyond that date is contingent upon grant renewal by the Department of Education and the successful meeting of the grant objectives.
Primary Duties
- Manage day-to-day operations of the satellite office. This includes coordination with host institution, responding to inquiries, scheduling appointments and supervising any student employees.
- Provide in-person services to program participants including:
- providing information about college, and careers
- assistance in applying for college admissions, student financial aid and scholarships
- referrals to college readiness, GED programs, and community agencies
- other assistance as necessary to facilitate college enrollment and funding
- Perform client intakes, determine program eligibility, select participants, assess services needed to achieve educational goals, and develop participant service plan.
- Enter information about participants and services provided into database and maintain hard copy files for all participants, ensuring participant records are complete and in order. Complete monthly error checks and file audits. Facilitate completion of the Annual Performance Report (APR).
- Plan and implement community outreach in assigned service area. This includes individual and group meetings, representing the program at events, and conducting workshops for potential participants, parents and staff members of community organizations, secondary and postsecondary institutions.
- Track participant progress in completing critical tasks identified in the participant service plan, including enrollment of participants in postsecondary education.
- Provide zoom or phone services to participants unable to physically access site/campus for services.
Ancillary Duties
Attend professional development conferences and training.
Other duties as assigned.
Salary Range
$43,888
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or higher
- Valid unrestricted driver’s license
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
- Experience in a position or activity that required knowledge of college admissions & financial aid processes
- Professional or life experience that resulted in knowledge of barriers encountered by first-generation and low –income students
- Experience with, or commitment to, working in a diverse workplace and/or serving a diverse population
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Behavioral/Social Science, Education, Student Services or related discipline
- Verbal fluency in Spanish
- Familiarity with area community agencies and high schools
Supplemental Information
Applicants must attach the following documents, in order to be considered for this position:
- a letter of intent detailing extent to which you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position (cover letter)
- a current resume or CV
- an official or unofficial transcript showing degree conferred
- current contact information for three professional references either as an attachment or within the on-line application; personal references will not count towards this requirement
Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; applications received by 8am Monday, November 11th, 2024, will receive full consideration.
About Colorado State University Pueblo
Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small professor-to-student ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 38 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of Business, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health, Education, and Nursing; and 15 graduate programs.
CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU-Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution. Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly-growing segment of the student population, that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students. The University also seeks to provide a rich and diverse cultural environment that allows freedom of expression within a spirit of civility and mutual respect. The public service expected of all members of our community benefits our society - local and global - and builds our sense of citizenship.
Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of Education, Engineering and Professional Studies houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100 by U.S. News and World Report. CSU Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and expanded student center.
At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU-Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life.
About Pueblo, Colorado
The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air and 300+ days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.
Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Benefit Plan
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Travel Accident Insurance
- Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Annual & Sick Leave
- Retirement Plans
- Employee and dependent tuition discounts
- State employee discounts via BenefitHub
Other incentives include various on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts.
CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.
The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.
Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodations, please contact the Human Resources at (719) 549-2441 or [email protected].
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University's annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.
Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices.