Coordinator/Instructor/Advisor, TRIO Student Support Services

• Coordinator Role: Coordinates the Peer Mentoring Program that includes the hiring, training and supervising Peer Mentors and Peer Mentoring Program.

• Instructor Role: Has primary instructional responsibilities that include building and teaching the curriculum.

• Advisor Role: Advises 125 participants annually providing academic coaching, guidance and support in the areas of academic planning, course selection, degree audit, career exploration, personal issues, financial aid and literacy, and other academic and non-academic student related issues.

• Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, Letter of Appointment and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
• Salary for this position is $45,000-$53,000 per year commensurate with qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of experience in a higher education environment.
• Knowledge or background in curriculum development and classroom instruction.
• Ability to continually assess curriculum to improve course content.
• Experience hiring, training and supervising employees.
• Knowledge of academic advising and course selection, financial aid, scholarships and the FAFSA application process, and strategies for student retention and success.
• Ability to advise/coach and mentor students and provide support for developing academic skills while also addressing non-academic issues or concerns.
• Understanding of marginalized students and willingness to serve as an ally for a more inclusive campus environment.
• Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion and the skill to create an inviting and safe environment.
• Understanding of the current issues and trends in student affairs and student development.
• Practices for promoting student engagement and connection to the college.
• Knowledge of a variety of software platforms (Microsoft apps), database management systems and social media communications.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and/or experience in planning and implementing workshops or activities.

• Master’s degree and two (2) years of experience or Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience in higher education.

• Classroom teaching experience and curriculum development primarily for TRIO type students.

• Ability to easily build rapport and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, faculty, and staff.

• Comfort and experience working with diverse student populations, including but not limited to first-generation students, low-income students, and students with disabilities.

• Ability to effectively convey the objectives of the TRIO SSS program and to recruit eligible student participants.

• Commitment to transparency, integrity, collaboration, communication, and ethical behavior.

• Demonstrated passion for student success, and a commitment to the University of Montana mission and purpose, as well as to high student equity standards.

• City of Missoula

• The State of Montana

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment.
In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
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• Letter of Interest – addressing the stated required skills for the position

• Detailed resume listing education and describing work experience

• Three (3) professional references - Names and contact information

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