Precollegiate Program Coordinator

About the role

Coordinate and support precollegiate programs and college-access initiatives serving middle and high school students, families, schools, and community partners throughout the St. Louis region. The position organizes campus and community-based programming, develops college and career readiness activities, provides guidance on admissions and financial aid resources, and represents the University at recruitment and outreach events. This position collaborates with school administrators, counselors, University departments, government agencies, and community organizations to identify student needs, evaluate program effectiveness, and expand access to postsecondary education. The role also provides administrative and logistical support for academic-year and summer programming and requires strong organization, communication, and relationship-building skills when working with students and families from a variety of backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Program Coordination & Student Development (40%)
  • Coordinate and implement academic year, summer, after-school, and special precollegiate programs designed to promote college access, career exploration, and student success.
  • Develop and facilitate college and career readiness workshops, courses, presentations, and campus-based activities for middle and high school students.
  • Assist students and families with college planning, admissions processes, financial aid, scholarships, and other educational resources.
  • Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, and community partners to support program delivery and student engagement.
  • Plan and coordinate program logistics, schedules, events, and participant activities.
• Outreach, Recruitment & Community Partnerships (30%)
  • Represent the Office of Precollegiate Programs at schools, community events, college fairs, and University recruitment activities.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with school counselors, administrators, community organizations, and external agencies.
  • Promote program opportunities through outreach efforts and distribute recruitment materials to prospective students, families, and partner schools.
  • Serve as a resource for students, parents, and community stakeholders regarding college access and educational opportunities.
  • Organize campus visits and special events that expose students to higher education opportunities.
• Communications & Program Support (15%)
  • Assist with the development of brochures, newsletters, flyers, presentations, and other communication materials supporting program initiatives.
  • Maintain college and career resource materials for students, families, and community partners.
  • Coordinate meetings, events, conferences, and special projects, including preparation of materials and logistical support.
  • Maintain program records, files, reports, and related administrative documentation.
• Program Assessment & Reporting (15%)
  • Assist with research, surveys, and assessment activities to identify student needs, evaluate program effectiveness, and support continuous improvement.
  • Collect, compile, and analyze participant and program data.
  • Prepare written reports, summaries, and recommendations related to program activities and outcomes.
  • Assist with monitoring grant-funded and partnership activities and documenting program achievements.
  • Provide day-to-day guidance and work direction to student interns and federal work-study employees as assigned.

Skills

• Program Coordination & Organization
• Student & Family Engagement
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Partnership & Relationship Building
• College Access & Student Success Knowledge
• Assessment & Problem Solving

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office, classroom, school, campus, or community-event environment with regular interaction with students, families, school personnel, University employees, and representatives of community organizations and government agencies. The role requires regular use of a computer and other standard office equipment, verbal communication, preparation and presentation of program materials, and movement between offices, classrooms, meeting spaces, and event locations. The position involves sustained attention to multiple schedules, deadlines, participant needs, and event details. This role involves direct interaction with children and the execution of programming across campus in various weather conditions. Candidates must possess the ability to remain physically active and mobile throughout the program activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have formal supervisory responsibility for regular employees. The position may provide day-to-day work direction, training, scheduling assistance, and task coordination for student interns and federal work-study employees. Formal performance management and employment decisions remain with the designated supervisor.

Schedule

40 hours/week. Monday through Friday, some weekends and evenings.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in program coordination, preferably in college access, precollegiate programs, or youth development.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including first-generation college students and underserved communities.

Pay

Anticipated hiring range: $48,000 - $54,000

Benefits

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.