FCP Program Coordinator/EOP Counselor
Job Title | FCP Program Coordinator/EOP Counselor |
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Worksite City | Sacramento, California |
Advertised Salary Range | $4,160 - $5,650 |
Temporary | No |
Length of Appointment | N/A |
Hours per week | Regular (full-time) Employee – 40 hours per week (Benefited) |
FLSA | Exempt |
Broad Scope and Function |
This position counsels and advises Asian Pacific Islander students (API) regarding University procedures, career development, job opportunities, internships, scholarships, and many other personal and academic issues related to university life. The position is responsible for managing a caseload of students, that varies by semester, averaging approximately 250 – 400 students, working as a part of counseling team, collaborating with Student Organizations and Leadership to promote student engagement, and working on retention projects that will advance the educational goals of API students and EOP students in general. |
Reporting Relationship |
This position reports directly to and receives general direction from the Program Director of the Educational Opportunity Program. The position oversees and monitors the work of part time student assistants, program peer mentors, and tutors. |
Conditions of Employment |
This is a full-time, exempt from overtime, benefited position with a defined contribution retirement plan through TIAA. (The position is not covered under the California Public Employees’ Retirement System.) Continued employment in this position is dependent upon funding and the mutual consent of University Enterprises and the employee, and either University Enterprises or the employee, can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause. Program continuation is contingent upon funding. |
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Minimum Qualifications |
1. Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field, or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience. 2. Demonstrated experience in counseling and guidance in the student services field and working with underrepresented and low income students in personal counseling, career advisement, or related leadership functions. 3. Demonstrated experience counseling students individually and in-groups. 4. Demonstrated experience giving presentations to small and large groups. 5. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills in English. 6. Demonstrated knowledge of the unique cultural traits found in API families. 7. Knowledge of research and interview techniques and the principles of individual and group behavior and student development theory. 8. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with coworkers, students, parents, faculty, and staff. 9. Ability to collect and analyze data and to write clear and concise reports. 10. Ability to reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. 11. Demonstrated ability to work independently. Ability to engage in short and long term program planning and demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate data. 12. Demonstrated experience using computer applications including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases such as the programs in the Microsoft Office Suite. 13. Must pass a background check, which may include fingerprinting. Must continue to meet the established standards. |
Preferred Qualifications |
1. A Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field or equivalent experience. A Master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Higher Education Leadership, or directly relevant field plus one year of work experience. 2. Knowledge and familiarity with Asian Pacific Islander language and culture. |
Physical Requirements |
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, scanners, and fax machines. |
Working Conditions |
Work is performed in an office environment, continuous contact with staff, students, campus community and the public. |
Project Description |
Work is performed in an office environment, continuous contact with staff, students, campus community, and the public. |
Job Duty |
1. Provides individual and small group counseling and advising to a caseload of incoming Freshman through Senior-level students regarding university policies, registration, withdrawal, graduation, financial aid, general education, advising, and other issues typical of university life. Encourages and supports the personal development needs of assigned students. |
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2. Identifies and resolves student problems, determines services needed, and makes necessary referrals to other student support service units. |
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3. Provides students with orientation to campus services. Explains polices regarding financial aid, health services and tutorial services. Helps to assess career development, career advancement, and ideas on techniques related to job search opportunities. |
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4. Coordinates and implements special activities for students and their families, including, but limited to: The Summer Bridge orientation/events, API Student and Parent Welcome Days, API Senior Success Recognition, FCP Gala, FCP Community forums, field trips, career exploration workshops, leadership development activities, and service learning events tied to the FCP grant on an as needed basis. The counselor will work jointly with the Leadership Advisor to connect students to involvement opportunities. |
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5. Collects and compiles information and maintains a database regarding job opportunities, internship programs, scholarships, fellowships and other employment opportunities. |
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6. Collects, compiles, and analyzes information and statistics on numbers of students counseled, participation in retention activities, and prepares year-end reports on API retention efforts. Closes out student files and develops student referral lists for other campus offices. Writes mini-grants as needed to build upon the API counseling and community building component. |
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7. Coordinates and implements special educational and cultural activities for the students and their parents. Develops communication tools to effectively reach API students. |
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8. Coordinates and implements outreach and recruitment services to prospective FCP students including collaborating with Admissions and Outreach office. Meets with Full Circle Project staff and faculty to develop, coordinate, and implement collaborative recruitment strategies. |
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9. Works with the Registrar to track FCP Students for retention and reporting purposes. |
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10. Plans and develops the Spring FCP Leadership Retreat with learning outcomes that connect students to their Coalition Groups in the FCP Spring courses. |
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11. Provides the Educational Opportunity Program and University Learning Communities Program with assistance enrolling FCP students in their fall and spring Learning Community and Ethnic Studies 21 or ID 22 courses. Works with Administrative Assistant to generate enrollment reports. |
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12. Communicates and coordinates with various campus and community based programs and organizations to promote the success of API students. Serve as a member of the EOP Retention Team and planning of student success interventions. |
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13. Performs presentations to students, school personnel, community organizations, parent advisory committees, and community agencies regarding the Full Circle Project, higher education opportunities, and financial aid. Some travel and evening/weekend presentations may be required. |
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14. Assists in recruiting, hiring, and supervising graduate and undergraduate student assistants and interns. |
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15. Participates in University-wide committees, attends relevant state and national conferences for information sharing and professional development, and serves as a liaison with other appropriate Student Services units. |
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16. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director or the Full Circle Project Principal Investigator to ensure the success of the program and its participants. |
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Posting Number | B068F18 |
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Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Position End Date (if temporary) | |
Open Date | 05/24/2019 |
Close Date | 06/07/2019 |
Open Until Filled | No |
Special Instructions Summary |
If you do not include both a cover letter and resume with your application, your application materials will not be considered. Please include your employment history in the “Employment Experience” section of your application in addition to submitting your resume and cover letter. |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this position?
- UEIJobs Website
- Interest Card Emails
- Indeed
- Career Fair
- Campus Career Center
- Craig's List
- Personal Referral
- Sacramento Bee
- Careerbuilder
- Internal Job Posting
- The WELL hiring expo
- Other
- If other, please specify.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field, or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have demonstrated experience in counseling and guidance in the student services field and working with underrepresented and low income students in personal counseling, career advisement, or related leadership functions.
- Yes
- No
- * Please describe your work experience with regards to providing counseling and guidance to underrepresented and low income students.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Do you have demonstrated experience speaking in front of groups?
- Yes
- No
- * Please give examples of when you have spoken in front of groups. Be specific on the information provided and the size of the groups.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Do you have knowledge of the unique cultural traits found in Asian Pacific Islander families?
- Yes
- No
- * Please describe your knowledge or experience working with Asian Pacific Islander families.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Do you have a Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field or equivalent experience? (This is preferred but not required for this position.)
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume