Position Title Student Retention Program Coordinator
Advertised Salary Salary commensurate with qualifications plus a comprehensive benefit package.
Posting Number A0001648
Location Ferris State University - Big Rapids
Number of Positions Available 1
FLSA Exempt
Part-time/Full-time Full-time
Position Type
Summary of Position The 4S Project Coordinator will support the Ferris State University School of Education 4S Project by providing both administrative and grant coordination support to the leadership team (i.e., Director of the School of Education, Dean of the College of Education and Human Services, advisors and faculty).
Under the direction of the Director of the School of Education the incumbent will be responsible for performing various administrative functions, including purchasing, database management, and reporting. They will also serve as a resource to Grant Administrators and Evaluator
with respect to grant/contract proposal submissions, financial oversight, evaluation, compliance and daily administrative and operational requirements of assigned contracts/grants. Daily responsibilities will also include general administrative assistance to the School of Education 4S Project and KCP - MHED Grant such as the scheduling of administrative meetings, calendar management, coordinating activities with other departments throughout the university, School of Education leadership, and developing and leading projects, events and initiatives related to the execution and implementation of the 4S Project and the KCP MHED Grant.
Posting Date 12/08/2017
Initial Application Review Date 01/22/2018
Closing Date
Open Until Applicants are Selected, Selected for interview, or Position Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Transcript 1 ( REQUIRED ): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
Required Qualifications
Required Education Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
Required Work Experience One year related work experience in Education, grant management, and/or advising.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered Master's degree in Education or a related field.
Five years experience as a grant/project manager with demonstrated pre- and post-award experience and/or 5 years in a supervisor role.
Duties
Duties
Duties Managing and supporting the 4S grant requirements and implementation.
Essential/Marginal Essential
Duties
Duties Keep the relevant staff informed about upcoming deadlines and deliverables.
Essential/Marginal Essential
Duties
Duties Manage an effective budgetary process, which ensures efficient use of grant funds and demonstrates fiscal responsibility.
Essential/Marginal Essential
Duties
Duties Coordinate retention and recruitment events and activities.
Essential/Marginal Essential
Duties
Duties Coordinate and establish COEHS Parent Advisory Board.
Essential/Marginal Essential
Duties
Duties Coordinate with Director of Academic Affairs to develop various student retention strategies.
Essential/Marginal Essential
Duties
Duties Establish and maintain a meeting schedule for all stakeholders for the 4S Grant.
Essential/Marginal Essential
Duties
Duties Recruit, hire and manage student workers related to the 4S grant project.
Essential/Marginal Essential
Duties
Duties Write supporting grant proposals that lead to increase student retention in the School of Education.
Essential/Marginal Essential
Duties
Duties Serve as liaison for the Teacher Cadet Program and Partnership with local school districts.
Essential/Marginal Essential
Responsibilities / Skills and Abilities
Responsibilities
Responsibilities Directly report to the Director of the School of Education.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities Responsible for performing duties in compliance with Talent Investment Agency ( TIA ).
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Project management skills with experience managing and supervising administrative and grant projects.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Possess excellent organizational skills.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Excellent written and verbal skills.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Excellent interpersonal skills.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Possess good knowledge of planning and development of financial and budgeting strategies.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Ability to work within a team and provide support to the junior staff.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Ability to perform in cross-functional team approach and job responsibilities.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Ability to multi-task with a strong ability to work under pressure.
Required Skills and Abilities
Required Skills and Abilities Proficient in using computers with related knowledge of various Microsoft Suite programs.
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript 1
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