Program Coordinator

Northeastern offers a rewarding working environment for our students and employees. Our faculty and staff are smart, dedicated people who work to create an excellent urban university experience for bright and motivated students.

Job Summary:

Job Description:

This grant-funded position reports to the Program Director and is responsible for: identifying and documenting eligibility requirements of participants; academic counseling and guidance in matters which impact Scholars' application to graduate school; dissemination of materials about financial aid, post baccalaureate institutions, and other information related to graduate and doctoral programs; needs assessment and individual education plans; documentation of all Program activities; referral of Scholars to support services as needed. In addition, this position assists the Program Director with: recruitment, screening of applicants, off campus trips, summer research placement, organization of workshops, reporting and administration of the program activities.

Minimal Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree.

2. A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position. (Note: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)

3. Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position, may be required.

Additional education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization:

Departmental Prefernces: Qualifications for this position include a BA or BS degree and experience working in higher education with a diverse undergraduate population. Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, strong writing skills, three years of counseling, advising and/or mentoring diverse students. Experience using databases to produce reports and experience coordinating events and activities that enrich students' academic preparation.

This position requires a background check.

Salary Range

Benefits

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). Please visit ourEmployee Benefitspage to learn more about our comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.

Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as other qualified individuals.Northeastern Illinois University's positions are contingent upon the University's receipt of its State of Illinois appropriation.