First Year Services Assistant - GEAR UP Outreach

Shape the future by helping students succeed - GEAR UP offers the opportunity you've been seeking. Works closely with First-Year Program Manager to ensure student success/retention for first-year college students. Tracks and follows up with students as requested by the First-Year Program Manager. Supports and assists with planning and providing GEAR UP academic activities. Coordinates workshops and connects students to their college campus resources. Makes follow-up calls and appointments as needed. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Graduation from an accredited institution with an associate's degree plus one year of experience related to the Summary of Duties; OR any combination of education and experience related to the Summary of Duties totaling three years. Occasional travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Valid driver's license and transportation. Ability to speak and translate Spanish to English is highly preferred. Knowledge Must have basic academic knowledge as a result of the completion of a high school diploma or equivalent, and have sufficient college preparation to pursue a college curriculum. Must know college requirements/admissions. Must have social media knowledge. Skills Must have good verbal and written communication skills. Abilities Must demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Must demonstrate the ability to organize schedules, prioritize tasks, and follow through on assignments. Ability to interact successfully with students representing a wide range of cultural and academic experiences. Ability to speak and translate Spanish to English is highly preferred.