Program Coordinator - Ole Miss Opportunity (OMO) and First-Generation Student Support
- Mississippi
- Permanent
- Full-time
$42,640 $53,310 $63,981Role SummaryThe Program Coordinator supports the implementation and coordination of programs and services for the Ole Miss Opportunity (OMO) Scholarship Program and first-generation students at the University of Mississippi. This role supports the planning and delivery of initiatives that enhance academic success, student engagement, and retention. The coordinator serves as a point of contact for students, collaborates with campus partners, and provides logistical and administrative support for events and outreach efforts.Examples of Work Performed
- Coordinates and assists with the execution of workshops, events, and initiatives that support the success of OMO Scholars and first-generation students.
- Serves as a resource and advocate for students, referring them to appropriate campus services, including but not limited to academic support, financial aid, counseling, and career services.
- Provides administrative support for program logistics, communications, scheduling, and tracking student participation.
- Collaborates with faculty, staff, and student organizations to promote a welcoming campus environment for first-generation students.
- Supports outreach efforts targeting prospective first-generation students and families, including pre-college initiatives and admissions events.
- Assists with recruitment and transition events in collaboration with university partners such as Admissions, Orientation, and others as needed.
- Helps monitor and report student engagement and program outcomes using data collection tools.
- Maintains program materials, digital content, and resource information.
- May supervise student employees.
- Performs related or similar duties as assigned.
2. Establishes and/or maintains a recordkeeping system for programs, projects or office to which assigned and enters data into records or into system databases as appropriate and as needed.
3. Plans and develops methods and procedures for implementing projects.
4. Establishes and maintains productive relationships with state, federal, and private agencies as appropriate and as directed.
5. May coordinate events or conferences, from planning and advertising, to contracting for services from vendors, to registration and event completion.
6.Initiates contractual agreements between the University of Mississippi and outside agents for supervisors review and signature.Minimum Education/ExperienceEducation: Bachelor's DegreeSubstitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.Preferred QualificationsRequest for Resume and Cover LetterEEO StatementThe University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.Minimum Physical RequirementsPhysical Requirements: These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis.Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.Physical Exertion: The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.Vision: Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and armsInterview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.Background Check StatementThe University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.