Rochester Institute Of Technology Rochester , NY 14618
Posted 1 week ago
Position Title
Outreach Coordinator
Requisition Number
9017BR
College/Division
Provost
Required Application Documents
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Employment Category
Fulltime
Additional Details
The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Required Minimum Education Level
BA
How To Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
Required Qualifications
Skills:
Successful professional experience in veterans' related services or organizations, with a demonstrated commitment to working with adult learners and veterans from socio-economically disadvantaged background is preferred
Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation and organizational skills. Experience presenting to public officials and large audiences a plus
Strong computer skills with working knowledge of social media and networking.
Experience working with social service agencies
Experience working with diverse populations.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree preferred
Military experience is preferred
Job Summary
The Veterans Upward Bound Outreach Specialist is responsible for managing the strategic plan for Community Outreach of Veterans Upward Bound (VUB). Included in the outreach plan will be processes for identifying, developing and maintaining relationships with veteran serving organizations, stakeholders, and key partners in the twelve county target area. Additionally, this position leads program staff in documentation of records and retention initiatives, requiring an in depth knowledge of federal grant reporting and assessment requirements. The Outreach Specialist will also advise and support veteran participants introducing them to opportunities for navigating postsecondary education, and coordinating academic and education services.
Rochester Institute Of Technology