Academic Coordinator, LPP

About Le Moyne College:

Le Moyne College, located in Syracuse, N.Y., is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today, Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.

Our Mission:

Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.

Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college. To do this, Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to the campus, and who bring greater depth, breadth, and diversity to our campus community.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Coordinator will ensure day-to-day activities at the assigned program site, organize programmatic activities, and work closely with supervisors to achieve grant project outcomes. The Coordinator will serve as the point person between the school and the Director/Associate Director and in collaboration with Student Advocates. This position requires an outgoing, approachable and self-motivated individual with a passion for assisting students from underrepresented groups.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Partner individually with students through targeted mentorship to build self-direction and actionable paths toward future goals.

• Track and evaluate all student contact and program activities

• Implement recruitment and retention efforts within each high school

• Facilitate programming with the assistance of other LPP professionals.

• Foster and maintain relationships with high school administrative team and staff.

• Functioning as a representative for the LPP program.

• Handling other duties as assigned

Job expectations for all Le Moyne College employees:

• Demonstrates and role-models all of Le Moyne’s mission-based competencies (collaboration, communication, diversity, integrity, leadership and service) in every interaction with all community members and external parties

• Strengthen digital literacy skills through education and the application of digital technologies in order to effectively engage in information gathering, utilization and data management while promoting a security culture

• Supports cura personalis by treating all individuals with dignity, professionalism and kindness.

• Promotes cura apostolica by aligning professional goals, objectives, and performance with college’s strategic goals

• Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethic

• Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions

• Complies and adheres to all of Le Moyne’s established policies, procedures and codes of conduct at all times, including all health and safety requirements and regulations, to promote desired behavior and build awareness

• Must complete all required federal, state, institution and department trainings

• Engages in a planned program of professional development. Continually maintains skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry including best practice, evolving operational requirements, and industry trends

• Performs a variety of related duties as assigned.

• Possessing and maintaining a valid New York State driver’s license

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field required

• Master’s Degree preferred

• NYS Teaching Certification preferred

• An interest in, and commitment to, academic achievement in high school students

• Experience working with high school students in an academic or equivalent environment

• An understanding of and comfort with culturally diverse populations

• Excellent written and oral communication skills-

• A working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; general computer knowledge required

• Flexibility and adaptability are essential

• Willingness to work occasional non-traditional hours

Additional Information:

Pay Range: $20.00 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity

Le Moyne College prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship & immigration or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position please click the 'Apply Now' button and submit the required materials for consideration:

* Cover letter outlining your interest in the position
* Current resume
* Contact information for 3 professional references