Academic Coordinator

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Job Duties:

The Academic Coordinator is responsible for providing direct services for the low-income, first generation-to-go-to-college high school participants as well as assisting the Upward Bound Director in planning, coordinating, and implementing academic, cultural, and social activities during both the academic year and six-week summer session.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Develops, facilitates, and evaluates educational pre-college program content and materials

• Identifies opportunities for pre-college program improvement or new service development

• Schedules, secures, and communicates logistics and resources in support of educational program events and conferences

• Designs and drafts program specific materials and resources for an educational pre-college program

Department:

Upward Bound-SET

Compensation:

$45,000-$48,108 annually

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in education, counseling, or related field  

• Demonstrated experience working with low-income, first-generation students and their families. 

• Demonstrated knowledge of the college and financial aid application processes

• Demonstrated experience with planning academic programs and/or college access advising

• Federal TRiO Program experience

How to Apply:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 3/31/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:

- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience

- Resume

After you submit your application, you are unable to edit it, so please be sure to include all application materials.

Contact Information:

Melanie Cychosz, Position Contact, Search and Screen Committee

Email: [email protected]

If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:

Human Resources

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 715-346-2606

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Special Notes:

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com.

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or [email protected].

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.