Site Coordinator, Upward Bound

Administrative/Professional – Office of Equity and Inclusion

ID: 219835-951

Full‑Time / Regular Location: Long Island City HS, SJU campus for meetings, etc. Job Description Upward Bound is a federal grant program designed to increase the number of low‑income and first‑generation students who are prepared to graduate from high school and enter and persist in post‑secondary education. Upward Bound grantees serve an entire cohort of students beginning in the ninth grade and follow the cohort through their first year of college. Responsibilities Assist the Project Director with implementation of goals and objectives. Supervise and coach part‑time staff. Provide oversight of UB teaching staff at partner schools. Assist with student and parent recruitment and outreach. Schedule and facilitate project support services and activities at the partner school. Coordinate program support with partners and SJU departments. Monitor student attendance and provide direct support (i.e., SEIJ academic/college & career planning). Update project participants’ files and collect project service data (attendance, event sign‑ins, registration forms, etc.). Serve project participants in developing and achieving skill areas identified in PLPs (Personalized Learning Plans). Support project reporting and capture required data. Engage regularly in partner school committee meetings. Participate in training and supervision meetings as required. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in counseling, education, psychology, social work, or other relevant discipline. At least three years of experience working with disadvantaged student populations in secondary or higher education. Experience in academic advising, tutoring, counseling, teaching, or student affairs; computer proficiency. Knowledge of the college application process and financial aid policies and regulations. In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary for this position is $66,300. St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program commensurate with qualifications and experience, and an extensive benefits program including medical, dental, life insurance, long‑term disability, tuition remission, 403(b) employer contributions, employee assistance, and liberal paid time off. Faculty and staff also enjoy access to performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation, and sporting events. *Important Note: St. John’s is NOT an E‑Verify Employer. Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education. St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr St.-John