Academic Coach

Job Title: ACADEMIC COACH

Department: VETERANS STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Reports to: DIRECTOR OF VETERANS STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT

SUMMARY:

The Academic Coach will work with staff and students at East Central University and with off campus veteran support services and agencies identify, select, and serve veteran students at East Central University by providing vocational, educational, and academic counseling and other academic related services to promote program retention, good academic standing, and graduation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Collect paperwork and determine the eligibility of prospective participants using guidelines set forth by the US Department of Education.

2. Evaluate coursework transferred to ECU and develop individualized education plans for program participants.

3. Advise and coach program participants with regard to ECU and Department of Veterans Affairs policies and procedures on taking classes and earning credits.

4. Coordinate student record management.

5. Monitor enrollment and identify academic problems and effective solutions and/or interventions as necessary.

6. Provide career counseling and financial/economic literacy instruction to students.

7. Assist students in securing needed campus and community services.

8. Facilitate assistance with appropriate offices/programs for participants with financial aid applications and with Department of Veterans Affairs education benefit options and applications.

9. Encourage and motivate participants, promote program vision, and facilitate the veteran community.

10. Document all services and activities in participant files and in the database.

11. Network with community partners to become familiar with services beneficial to participants.

12. Participate in in-service and other training opportunities.

13. Identify, select, and retain eligible participants.

14. Assist Program Coordinator as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Good communication skills, written and verbal, are required. Good computer and multitasking skills are required. Attention to detail is essential. Ability to relate to veterans, community persons, and staff of the University is required. Must demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and adhere to professional ethics. Knowledge of University policies and procedures is preferred. Knowledge of GI Bill programs and application procedures is preferred. Belief in the value of higher education and the ability to pass that belief on to others.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

A Bachelor’s Degree required in education, counseling, or related area is required. At least two years’ experience in counseling or advising adults and conducting case management is required. Experience working with disadvantaged and/or handicapped individuals, and diverse populations is preferred. Prior TRIO experience is preferred. Veteran or experience working with military personnel is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

TO APPLY: Applications should consist of (1) a detailed cover letter addressing the expectations of the position; (2) a current resume/curriculum vitae; (3) a list of three professional references with complete contact information and a notation describing the work relationship with each; (4) unofficial transcripts from all degrees; and (5) a completed *Disclosure Statement. (Official transcripts are required upon hiring.)

Applications should be sent electronically to Employment Services at es@ecok.edu. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information about ECU

***Please do not include a full Social Security Number on documents. Please provide only the last four (4) digits. We may never receive your information if a full Social Security Number is listed on any document. Our email system will reject emails if it detects a full Social Security Number, therefore Employment Services will not receive your information. ***

East Central University, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admission, employment, financial aid, and educational services. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Employment Services Director, 1100 E. 14th St., Admin. 160, Ada, OK 74820, (580) 559-5260.