Assistant Director, Student Support Services Position Available In Adams, Mississippi

• Job Title
• Assistant Director, Student Support Services
• FLSA Status
• Exempt
• Posted Salary Range
• Commensurate with experience
• Employment Status
• Full Time
• Department
• Student Support Services
• Job Summary
• The incumbent plans, coordinates, implements and evaluates a comprehensive programof guidance and counseling for project participants as a part of the university’s comprehensive plan to promote student retention and success.

Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of teaching and learning principles, learning theory and counseling techniquesKnowledge of motivational techniques and study skill developmentKnowledge and experience working with students with learning disabilitiesKnowledge of federal funded programsProposal writing skillExcellent organizational and presentation skillsExcellent communication skills verbal, written, and interpersonalGood computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to administer multiple activities in an educational settingAbility to interact effectively with individuals from various social, cultural, economic, educational and ethnic backgroundsAbility to work with diverse populations including low-income, first-generation students, and students with disabilities

• Essential Job Functions
• Coordinates program activities commensurate with the Program’s goals and objectivesEstablishes all cultural activitiesCoordinates the recruitment, identification, selection, and orientation of program participantsCollects data to be used in program evaluationAssists with project management, including preparation of the annual performance reportMaintains accurate and confidential records of all client contacts progress toward matriculationMaintains open lines of community with the college communityAssists with proposal developmentAdheres to the department of Education’s guidelines

Other Duties:

Other related duties, as assigned.

• Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Counseling, Education Administration or related fieldThree (3) years’ experience in counseling or related area
• Physical Requirements
• Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areasSedentary Work
• Exerting 10 poundsLight Work
• Exerting up to 20 pounds OccasionallyMedium Work
• Exerting 20-50 poundsHeavy Work
• Exerting 50-100 poundsVery Heavy Work
• Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
• Travel
• Extended Work Hours
• Occasionally
• Posting Detail Information
• Posting Number S796Number of Vacancies 1Location LormanPosition End Date (if temporary)Open Date 04/07/2025Close DateOpen Until Filled YesEEO StatementAlcorn State University Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-DiscriminationAlcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. 

• Advertising Summary
• Excellent Benefits Package
• Applicant Documents
• Required Documents
• ResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationUnofficial TranscriptsLetter of Recommendation (Professional)Letter of Recommendation (Personal)Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)Optional Documents