Education Coordinator and Advisor

Position Summary

The Education Coordinator/Advisor for MSU Denver's TRIO Upward Bound program plays a vital role in supporting first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented high school students by fostering the academic skills, motivation, and preparation necessary for success in postsecondary education. This position is responsible for designing and implementing instructional programming, advising students, coordinating college readiness efforts, and contributing to recruitment, retention, and data reporting. The Education Coordinator/Advisor also acts as a liaison between schools, community partners, and the university, while managing aspects of programming and budget in alignment with federal TRIO grant requirements.

This position reports to the Director and is funded through a federal grant. Within the Division of Student Affairs, we strive to create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. Rather, it requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a foundation for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented institution located in downtown Denver. As a designated Hispanic Serving Institution, our student population is over 55% first-generation and 48% students of color. We are committed to fostering equity, inclusion, and student success across all programs.

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Duties/Responsibilities

20% - Student Advising & Academic Support

• Provide comprehensive academic and college advising to a cohort of Upward Bound participants.
• Monitor academic progress, attendance, and school engagement; intervene with appropriate strategies.
• Develop and track individualized education plans (IEPs) in collaboration with students, families, counselors, and instructors.
• Support high school course selection to ensure students are college-ready and meet graduation requirements.
• Offer career exploration opportunities and mentoring tailored to student goals.

20% - College & Career Readiness

• Guide students through the college admissions process, including application essays, timelines, and document collection.
• Provide workshops and one-on-one support for financial aid, including FAFSA completion and scholarship searches.
• Organize college visits, tours, and speaker events to expand postsecondary awareness.
• Deliver SAT/ACT prep and coordinate student registration.

20% - Instructional Programming & Curriculum Development

• Design and implement in school after-school academic enrichment programs aligned with student needs and TRIO objectives.
• Deliver seminars focused on study skills, time management, and test-taking strategies and other topics.
• Coordinate tutoring services and academic interventions.
• Develop and implement summer program curriculum, including summer bridge programming for graduating seniors.
• Integrate Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies into workshops and events.

10% - Student Recruitment & Engagement

• Recruit eligible students through partnership with school counselors and educators.
• Conduct intake interviews, orientation, and initial needs assessments.
• Develop and implement engagement and retention strategies to ensure student success and persistence.
• Maintain communication with students and families regarding services and expectations.

10% - School & Community Partnership Liaison

• Build and maintain strong relationships with target schools, counselors, teachers, and administrators.
• Identify and coordinate service-learning and community-based opportunities for student enrichment.
• Represent the program at school functions, community events, and recruitment fairs.

5% - Event & Staff Supervision

• Plan and supervise student enrichment activities, cultural field trips, and leadership events.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise student mentors and instructional staff, especially during the summer component.

5% - Data Management, Evaluation, & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records of student participation and progress using the chosen database system.
• Support data collection and evaluation efforts to assess program effectiveness and meet grant objectives.
• Assist in compiling data for annual reporting and ensure compliance with federal TRIO regulations.

5% - Program Development & Budget Oversight

• Manage budget for instructional materials and programming needs in alignment with grant guidelines.
• Collaborate with Director on planning and implementing new initiatives to meet program goals and compliance.

5% - Other Duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
• Experience working with diverse urban youth populations.
• Strong academic advising or mentoring background in educational outreach programs.
• Knowledge of secondary education systems and college admissions.
• Experience supervising staff and/or managing educational programming.
• Familiarity with FERPA and confidentiality standards.

Important Note: Successful applicants will ensure their resumes clearly demonstrate that their work experience describes how they meetALLrequired qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in TRIO or other federally funded educational access programs.
• Familiarity with Colorado and Denver Public School standards.
• Conversational Spanish speaking ability.
• Knowledge of TRIO regulations and compliance reporting.
• Experience with curriculum development and academic intervention.

Work Hours

• Full-time, 40 hours per week, Exempt
• During the academic year: Mon - Thurs: 10:00am - 6:30pm, Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm.
• Evenings and Weekends: Occasional Saturdays and overnights as needed.
• Summer and event-based scheduling flexibility required.
• One day remote work per week may be available based on program needs.
• Travel: Rarely

Salary for Announcement

We anticipate the qualified candidate to be placed between $47,300 - $55,000. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. Additionally, Student Affairs has committed to tying our salaries to an understanding of a living wage. To that end, we will not pay less than $47,300.

The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Instructions to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

3 professional references will be required of the finalist. One reference must be a prior supervisor.

This position will remain open until filled. Please apply byMay 14, 2025for consideration.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

If you are an Internal applicant, please apply via the Career tab within the WorkDay Menu

Important Note: Successful applicants will ensure their resumes clearly demonstrate that their work experience describes how they meetALLrequired qualifications.

Open Until Filled

The University's benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) plan.Visit MSU Denver'sbenefits websiteto learn more.

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.