Veterans Upward Bound Site Coordinator for PPSC

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Veterans Upward Bound Site Coordinator for PPSC

Salary

$46,000.00 - $49,000.00 Annually

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

GGJ-9961-05/24

Department

Colorado State University Pueblo

Opening Date

05/20/2024

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

5675 S. Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80906

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

HR margaret.miller@csupueblo.edu

Type of Announcement

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

Veterans Upward Bound is a federally funded college preparatory program designed to provide academic refresher training and advising to qualifying veterans who are preparing to enter post-secondary education. Academic instruction is available in English, mathematics, science, career advising, computer literacy, and Spanish. This program is an opportunity for veterans to re-establish fundamental skills and study habits, which are prerequisites for successful performance at the post-secondary educational level. Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) provides access to academic resources, employment referrals, assistance with VA benefits applications and referrals to various community assistance organizations.

CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world.

Description of Job

The Veterans Upward Bound Site Coordinator is a full-time position that will be responsible for all program activities at the Pikes Peak State College VUB site and may be required to travel for additional responsibilities as necessary. This staff member will advise low-income, potential first-generation students preparing to enter post-secondary education. This position reports to the VUB director as required, reporting on student population, classes, and other matters of importance to VUB as directed by the Director to promote and enhance the Veterans Upward Bound program. This position is funded through fiscal year 2027 by a renewable federal TRIO Veterans Upward Bound Grant.

Primary Duties

Identify target audience, recruit quality students and eligible prospective applicants for the VUB program; identify trends in student needs, wants and demands and develop processes and operations to improve student retention and enrollment. Conduct, design and participate in informational public speaking events and workshops. Assist in designing new service marketing strategies and models to maximize service quality. May be required to transport program participants using state-owned vehicles.

Coordinate with staff and administration at host institution while maintaining positive and constructive working relationships. This includes coordination regarding adequate office and administrative space and for classrooms adequately equipped to provide instruction for VUB students.

Maintain office supplies, textbooks and learning materials. Interview, hire and write instructor contracts for the classes offered in the VUB Program. Review, update and track student progress, attendance and enrollment.

Advise/interview veterans and complete in-take folders. Admit qualified veterans to the program. Keep records, satisfying grant requirements and objectives; complete, review and quality-check student intake forms and records; complete database entry and management for the annual report.

Create classroom schedules and curriculum for VUB courses. Assist in creating program evaluations and reviews; update and rewrite forms and brochures as required.

Act as a liaison with local veteran organizations/groups. Produce public service announcements for print, radio and TV advertising/outreach. Foster current business contacts and relationships while also developing new partnerships for future projects.

Coordinate with instructors in math and English to administer the TABE examination to measure student progress.

Ancillary Duties

Speak in the community as an advocate for veterans. Advocate for veteran students and mediate issues between students and academic institution.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree

• Must have a valid, unrestricted driver's license and ability to gain access to military installations

• Good written communication skills

• Experience with managing or being a part of an academic or tutorial

program

• Experience developing partnerships and community resource development

• Experience in a position or activity that required proficient verbal communication skills

• Experience working with students reported as first generation, those from low- socioeconomic backgrounds, or veteran populations

• Experience that required or resulted in understanding of the impact of military service culture on learning

• Experience with, or commitment to, working in a diverse workplace and serving diverse clients

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master's degree

• Membership or association with local community veteran’s organizations

• Knowledge of G.I. Bill Certifying Official Certification Process

• Honorably discharged veteran

• Knowledge about veteran's educational benefits

• Knowledge of, and experience in, developing and managing grant proposals

• Demonstrated experience and sensitivity working with low- income and first generation students

• Experience working with Microsoft Office; including Access

Salary Range

$45,000 - $49,000

Supplemental Information

All interested candidates must apply through the on-line application system.No other format of application materials will be accepted.

Applicants must attach the following documents, in order to be considered for this position:

• a letter of intent (cover letter) detailing the extent to which you meet the required minimum and preferred qualifications for this position

• a current resume or CV

• unofficial or official transcripts showing required degree conferred

• current contact information for threeprofessionalreferences, either within the online application or as an attachment

Applications submitted without the required attachments/information listed above will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the selection process. Once submitted, applicants will not be able to make changes or add information to their application packet, with the exception of their personal contact and demographic information.

Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and continue until filled. Applications received by 11pm Sunday, June 2nd, 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 student-to-faculty 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 dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. 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.

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 STEM houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100 byU.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.

Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical and prescription insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Flexible benefit plan

• Basic term life insurance

• Voluntary term life and AD&D lnsurance

• Long-term disability insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Travel accident insurance

• Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance

• Annual and sick leave

• Retirement plans

• Employee and dependent tuition discounts

• State employee discounts via BenefitHub

  Other incentives include v arious on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts.

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.

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 Office of Human Resources& Institutional Equity at (719) 549-2441 or hr@csupueblo.edu.

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.

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Have you attached the required cover letter explaining the extent to which you meet the minimum requirements and the preferred and essential competencies for this position?

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  Have you uploaded the required resume/CV?

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  Have you uploaded official or unofficial transcripts showing degree conferred as evidence you meet the minimum or preferred education requirement?

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  Have you included current contact information for three professional references as required?

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  Do you acknowledge that failing to include the required attachments will result in your application not being considered?

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  Do you have a valid and unrestricted driver's license and the ability to access military installations?

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