Fayetteville State University

Position Information

Position Information

Position Title:College Access Programs - Student EmploymentWorking Title:College Access Programs - Student EmploymentPosition Number:UGGRNTFull-time or Part-time:Part TimeTime Limited Position:YesNumber of Vacancies:Multiple VacanciesDepartment:Temporary PoolsPosting Number:0402439SHRA/EHRA:SHRAJob Category:StudentHiring Range:Varies/HourlyOverall Position Competency:TMPDescription of primary duties and responsibilities:The Office of College Access Programs offer multiple programs that provide support for enhancing academic skills to help middle and high school students with achieving the goal of going to college by helping to prepare, apply, pay, and enroll in college. We provide a broad range of high-quality college preparatory services to support students, parents, and educators.

Each access program has a unique delivery model designed for expanding students learning environment to enhance their trajectory through middle school, high school, and institutions of higher education. The Office of Access & Student Success Programs comprise of the following local and national initiatives:

• Gear UP
• The GEAR UP (GU) Program is a college preparatory program designed to significantly increase the number of low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in post-secondary education. The program provides early college preparation and awareness services through tutoring, mentoring, academic advising/counseling, career/college exploration, academic workshops and other support services for students, educators and parents.
• Trio Talent Search
• The Talent Search Program is a college preparatory program designed to provide academic support services to economically disadvantaged and/or first generation middle and high school students. The goal of Talent Search is to increase the number of youth from disadvantaged backgrounds who complete high school and enroll in and complete their postsecondary education. The program provides academic support services through career awareness, college workshops and field-trips, and financial aid counseling.
• Trio Upward Bound
• The Upward Bound (UB) Program is a college preparatory program designed to provide academic support services and educational opportunities to economically disadvantage and/or first generation high school students. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rates at which participants enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education. Upward Bound provides Saturday Academy classes, college preparatory workshops, tutoring, academic counseling/mentoring, cultural enrichment activities, and college campus tours.
• Trio Upward Bound Math & Science
• The Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) Program is designed to strengthen the math and science skills of participating students. The goal of UBMS is to help students recognize and develop their potential to excel in math and science and to encourage them to pursue postsecondary degrees in math and science, and ultimately careers in the math and science profession. UBMS provides Saturday Academy classes and summer programs with intensive math and science training; counseling and advisement; exposure to university faculty members who do research in mathematics and the sciences and participant-conduct scientific research under the guidance of faculty members or graduate students; education or counseling services designed to improve the financial and economic literacy of students.
• Trio Educational Opportunity Centers
• The Educational Opportunity Center helps high school seniors as well as high school graduates and college dropouts to make career choices and set educational goals. The Program also helps high school dropouts to enroll in adult high school alternative educational programs. Participants must be at least 19 years of age and have an interest in pursuing a college degree. Services are available at No Cost to U.S. citizens who meet Federal eligibility requirements. Information concerning college admissions requirements and financial aid for college is provided, as well as assistance with the preparation of FAFSA applications.

Description of Work Continued:Positions Needed:

• Professional Tutor
• Academic Coach
• Program Assistant
• Summer Resident Assistant
• Summer Hall Director
• Research Assistant

FSU’s Student Pool provides temporary clerical, secretarial and technical support to departments for special projects, during periods of absence, or for work overload.

Undergraduate students taking at least twelve (12) semester hours or graduate students taking at least nine (9) semester hours are considered full-time students and are therefore unable to work more than 20 hours per week total. This provision includes any job in which the student receives compensation from Fayetteville State University.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROCESS IS NOT FOR WORK STUDY STUDENTS. ALL WORK STUDY STUDENTS MUST GO THROUGH THE OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID FOR ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR FINANCIAL AID FUNDED WORK STUDY ASSIGNMENT.

• Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• Student must be enrolled full-time (undergrad-12 hrs, graduate-9 hrs) in the current session to be eligible for employment. (For summer sessions, if not enrolled in a summer session you must be registered for the upcoming fall semester).

Knowledge skills and abilities:Preferred Qualifications:Special Instructions to Applicants:Current full-time undergraduate and graduate students who are employed as student employees by Fayetteville State University are unable to work more than 20 hours per week total. This provision includes any job in which the student receives compensation from Fayetteville State University. Please call the Office of Human Resources for further information

Notice to ApplicantsPlease make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”

Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Closing Date:Open Until Filled:YesOther InformationIf no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

EEO Statement:This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's StatementFayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

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