Job Description:

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville


Position Title: Pathways Coordinator (AP25-024)

Category: Category: Program Management

Location: Edwardsville, IL

Salary: $48,000.00 Annually

Opening Date: 12/19/2024

Division: Sch of Ed, Hlth & Human Behav

Flsa: Non-Exempt

Job_Number: 00557

Department: Education, School of (Central)

Closing_Date: 1/15/2025 11:59 PM Central

Description:

Description

The Pathways Coordinator is responsible for promoting and managing pathway programs within the School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior (SEHHB) at SIUE. The coordinator will work closely with stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition for students from recruitment to enrollment. This role involves developing and implementing effective recruitment and retention strategies, managing relationships with high schools, community colleges, healthcare facilities, community organizations, and corporations, and providing academic advising to support students’ educational journeys within SEHHB pathway programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment & Enrollment Management:Develop and implement recruitment and enrollment strategies to attract prospective students to SEHHB pathway programs.Serve as the primary administrator for managing recruitment and retention goals for pathway programs.Travel to Illinois and regional high schools, community colleges, school districts, healthcare facilities, community organizations, and corporations to establish and maintain collaborative partnerships.Facilitate prospective student contacts, including one-on-one meetings, participation in on-campus events such as Preview SIUE, Open Houses, Admitted Student Days, Career Fairs, and community-based outreach events.Provide assessments for prospective students, including program advisement, transcript reviews, and matching students with appropriate pathway programs based on academic and personal goals.

• Academic Advising & Support:Provide academic advising services to students in the Pathway programs, guiding them through short-term and long-term academic planning.Recommend courses based on academic program of study and provide strategies for enhancing student academic progress.Support students with Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) procedures where applicable to optimize career readiness and program completion.Advise additional students within SEHHB as needed, providing tailored academic guidance and solutions.

• Collaborative Partnerships & Relationship Building:Establish and nurture relationships with education, health, corporate, and community entities to enhance recruitment, enrollment, and retention of students in SEHHB pathway programs.Coordinate and promote SEHHB’s presence at relevant community and educational events to increase awareness of available programs.

• Marketing & Communication Support:Work with SEHHB departments and University Marketing to create communications that enhance the visibility and marketability of pathway programs.Contribute to the development of marketing materials, including content for social media and event-specific communications, to attract and retain students.Help organize and promote events that support the recruitment and retention of students in SEHHB programs.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in college student personnel administration, higher education student affairs, or closely related field such as counseling, education, or business/marketing.
• Three years experience working in higher education including student advisement or recruiting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Candidates should demonstrate excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, as well as collaboration, organization and planning skills.
• Experience coordinating and directing programs that promote student retention and success.
• Experience in event planning and engagement; ability to coordinate multiple projects concurrently; coordination of student events/organizations.
• Experience with college recruitment in teaching, administration, applied health, and psychology.
• Experience with a computerized student information system (Banner or other).

Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full time and part time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Supplemental Information

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu.

Statement of Diversity: SIUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We firmly believe in providing equal access and opportunity to individuals across all job titles. We will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.

SIUE cultivates an atmosphere of inclusivity, respect, and warmth that fosters learning and collaboration. Each member of our university community bears the responsibility of actively contributing to this enriching campus environment. We encourage individuals who are dedicated to upholding these values to apply.

To learn more about SIUE's Mission and statement on diversity, please visit: https://www.siue.edu/about/mission-goals-plans/index.shtml.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu.

Agency: Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/

Benefits:

SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• University tuition waivers (full-time receive 100% waiver of tuition)
• Life insurance;
• SURS retirement plan;
• Supplemental retirement savings plans;
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
• Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays;
• WorkLife programs;
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
• Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
• Flexible Spending Account Program;

For more about our benefits and employee services, visit: https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits

Questions: 01The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

02Are you legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship?

• Yes
• No

03Do you possess a Master's Degree in the subject or a related field as specified in the minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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