University of Central Florida

University of Central Florida

Academic Support Coordinator II, Project ACE/TRiO Programs

Orlando, FL (Main Campus) · Mid

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About the role

  • Are you passionate about helping students discover what's possible for their future?
  • This position plays a vital role in delivering advising, college readiness programming, career exploration activities, and student success initiatives that open doors to lifelong opportunities.
  • We especially welcome candidates who are energized by helping others, connecting people to resources, and making a lasting difference in students' futures.

Responsibilities

  • Delivers services to program participants both virtually and at Apopka High School.
  • Establishes, implements, and delivers college readiness curriculum and workshops with a focus on college access navigation, financial literacy, family outreach, and career exploration.
  • Collaborates with Manager to meet program internal goals and objectives.
  • assist participants with course selection to meet graduation requirements and develops/monitors Individual Academic Plans (IAPs).
  • Maintains appropriate and accurate student records
  • maintains contacts in Blumen database
  • and documents student participation in project services.
  • Reviews progress and report cards and develops academic success plan for students.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience
  • All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
  • Demonstrated success building meaningful relationships with students, families, community partners, or other stakeholders from varied backgrounds.
  • Experience conducting presentations, facilitating workshops, or delivering educational programming to groups.
  • Knowledge of college access, career exploration, educational pathways, or student success initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain organization, and work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
  • Finalist will undergo a Level 1 and 2 background check per UCF requirements for working with minor youth. This position requires a Level 2 Background Check through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Clearinghouse prior to employment.
  • The position is provisional and is grant-funded through August 31, 2027, by the U.S. Department of Education/TRiO. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.
  • All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.
  • Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
  • Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

Nice to have

  • We welcome candidates with any of the following qualifications:
  • Experience supporting, advising, mentoring, or coaching high school students or young adults.
  • Experience coordinating programs, workshops, outreach initiatives, events, or student engagement activities.
  • Experience with or ability to connect individuals with resources, services, or opportunities that support academic, personal, or career success.
  • Experience working with first-generation, low-income, historically underserved, or at-risk populations.
  • Additional Application Materials Required:
  • Please include your most up to date resume.
  • Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Compensation

  • Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

Benefits

  • Implements the recruitment, orientation/interviews, and intake of the required number of students approved by the Department of Education in order to meet the program goals and objectives.
  • Research and remain up to date on higher education trends to support evidence-based decision making on academic success.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
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