Coordinator for the Mentorship and Adaptability Program

The University of Virginia's College at Wise, located in southwestern Virginia, is accepting applications for a Coordinator for the Mentorship and Adaptability Program position. The Coordinator for the Mentorship and Adaptability Program (MAP) position works with low income and academically at need students to facilitate a sense of belonging and personal development. The Coordinator for MAP trains and supports MAP mentors, plans events, and provides direct support for students. The Coordinator works with the Director of the Academic Success Center in recruitment and marketing for the program and partners with other student success offices to promote finding personal identity, community engagement, and a strong support network for students. This position works as a staff member in the Academic Success Center and reports to the Director of the Academic Success Center. The center is an office within Academic Affairs and works to promote the retention of students as well as their individual successes.

This is a grant funded position that is funded through June 30, 2027. Salary is $45,000

Responsibilities and duties:

• Supervise and train peer mentors to ensure timeliness and participation in meetings and events
• Encourage mentors to build relationships with students through social events, workshops, and individual meetings with students
• Support mentors in their own development through training and filtered opportunities to build their resumes
• Coordinate workshops for the mentors to present on subjects such as study skills to assist at risk students to be better prepared for courses
• Organize and attend social events for the program
• Build relationships with other success offices on campus such as Career Discovery and Admissions to connect students with mentorship opportunities for educational and career success
• Prepare campaigns with the Academic Success Center and Office of Student Engagement to encourage participation in the program
• Collaborate and refer students to various student support resources (e.g., academic advising, disability services, counseling, etc.) and academic departments (i.e., faculty)
• Monitor student progress through early alert program and midterm grade tracking
• Compile mentor program participation data for biannual reports to the State Council of Higher Education
• Work with the Office of Financial Aid to ensure the list of students in the program is accurate and aligns with program aims

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to perform primary duties and responsibilities of the position.

Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and student information systems.

Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.

Ability to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations, such as academically at risk or low-income students.

Ability to encourage students to become engaged with the college community and their peers.

Demonstrated commitment to empowering students to improve their academic and social skills.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with high school or college students in an educational setting
• Valid Driver's License

UVA Wise is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence, affordable access, and unwavering support of a collaborative and diverse community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employee fulfills duties as a "responsible employee" under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. A Responsible employee includes any employee: who has the authority to take action to redress sexual violence; who has been given the duty of reporting incidents of sexual violence or any other misconduct by students to the Title IX Coordinator or other appropriate school designee; or whom a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

UVA Wise is committed to helping the campus community provide for their own safety and security. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report containing information on campus security and personal safety, including alerts, fire safety, crime prevention tips, and crime statistics is available at www.uvawise.edu/ASR. A copy is available upon request by calling 276-328-0190 or 276-376-3451.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.