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Program Coordinator, STAR Services

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Position Information

Posting Number 20113054
Position Title Program Coordinator, STAR Services
FTE 1.0
Position Type Staff
Department Center for Academic Success
Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:

The Program Coordinator is a full-time professional staff position responsible for managing Student Tutoring and Retention (STAR) Services short-term programming, transition programming, including student transition initiatives, peer mentoring, skill development workshops, and other programming related to student success academic support. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Academic Enrichment of STAR Services, this role requires a demonstrated ability to excel in a student-facing position within a highly dynamic and ambiguous environment. Key responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, and training student success mentors; developing program materials and event agendas; training and supervising student workers and graduate assistants; managing program marketing and data; and serving as the point of contact in the Assistant Director’s absence. Expected outcomes include improved student transition experiences, enhanced peer mentoring, increased engagement in workshops and events, and successful execution of academic programming initiatives.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:
  • Recruit, hire, train, and supervise Hourly Student Workers, Graduate Assistants, and Student Assistants.
  • Lead initiatives related to academic support activities, including transition, peer mentoring, learning and skill development workshops, speaker series, and related events for undergraduate students.
  • Coordinate the outreach, marketing and promotion of programs and events.
  • Advance partnerships with multiple departments and individuals across campus .
  • Assists the Assistant Director of Academic Enrichment with assessing, evaluating, and growing programs.
  • Provide academic support presentations and workshops to the campus and students.
  • Utilize university-approved software and systems for data management and collection.
  • Participate in professional development and student success research.

Key Competencies: (KSAs – Knowledge Skills and Abilities)
  • Knowledge of learning development theory in higher education
  • Proven ability to lead and develop a team of professional and student staff
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications and other computer skills
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a highly collaborative work environment
  • Ability to represent Lamar University with professionalism and excellent customer service

Physical Requirements:
Repetitive movement of hands and fingers – typing and/or writing. Frequent standing, and/or sitting. Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. Occasional walking, stooping, kneeling or crouching. Reach with hands and arms. Visually identify, observe and assess. Regular physical attendance required. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Job Conditions:
Typical schedule is M-F 8am-5pm; with some after-hours work.

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:
  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • State of Texas Retirement plans
  • Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
  • Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Benefits – Lamar University  
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
  • One year of experience in academic support programming or related area in higher education.
EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Three years of experience managing or leading college student transition, peer mentoring, or academic support programming in higher education.
  • Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Salary $37,330 - $48,529
Work Hours
Application Information

Posting Date 02/03/2025
Close Date 05/05/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, applicants must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE.
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have one year of experience in academic support programming or related area in higher education?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you agree to maintain work availability each year during our peak season from June 1 to August 31?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
  1. Miscellaneous