MAJOR FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Young Scholars Program Operations Lead, the Program Coordinator supports a team of educational advisers by implementing and monitoring student services identified in each Scholar’s Individualized Learning Plan (ILP).

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a customer service or support role, with substantial independent responsibility.
• Previous experience in accounting or working with budgets preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and diverse groups toward accomplishment of shared goals. Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel (experience with pivot tables a plus).
• Strong writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and simultaneously on multiple projects within close, overlapping and/or conflicting deadlines.
• Must be flexible team player, be detail oriented, and have excellent organizational skills.
• The Foundation follows a 35-hour work week schedule for full-time positions. This position may require occasional additional hours during busy times and/or to meet deadlines, and any additional hours will be paid in accordance with Foundation policy and federal and state law.
• This position will require occasional evening and weekend hours for scholarship events.