Mentor Program Assistant

Title: 11th Grade Mentor Program Assistant 
Department: SEO High School Scholars NY
Report to: Program Manager, Mentoring & Enrichment
Compensation: $25/Hour
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Location/Hours: New York, NY/Part-Time

ABOUT SEO

Founded in 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement, SEO closes educational and career opportunity gaps for 7,000 ambitious young people annually.

SEO Scholars is a free, eight-year, academic program that transforms public high school students in New York City, San Francisco, North Carolina, and Miami into college graduates. SEO Scholars successfully educates and mentors students to and through college. 100% of Scholars are accepted into four-year colleges, 85% of Scholars graduate with a Bachelor’s degree, and 80% are first-generation college graduates.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The 11th Grade Mentor Program Assistant plays a critical role in managing the data and operations for our summer mentor recruitment efforts. Key responsibilities include coordinating interview schedules between SEO staff and applicants, maintaining accurate records of application and interview data, and following up with both new and returning mentor candidates as required. The primary objective is to ensure efficient handling of the high volume of applications and interviews during the summer period.

The ideal candidate is exceptionally organized, a proactive member of the team, and adept at managing multiple tasks simultaneously. A meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality mentorship for underserved high school students are essential. Additionally, the 11th Grade Mentor Program Assistant will lead both in-person and virtual information sessions to enhance recruitment efforts through partner organizations.

Mentor Interview Scheduling and Coordination

• Manage the entire process of scheduling interviews for new mentor applicants, which includes inviting eligible applicants, tracking interview statuses, and sending reminders.


• Ensure the interview booking system is accurately set up for each SEO staff member. Regularly confirm with staff interviewers to ensure that interviews are conducted as planned.

Mentor Application and Interview Data Management

• Manage and oversee the tracking systems for new mentor applications using Google Spreadsheets, which includes exporting data from the online mentoring portal, organizing it to analyze applicant trends and screening for interview eligibility.


• Follow up with applicants to correct errors or complete missing information.


• Provide regular updates to the entire mentor team with summaries and trends from application and interview data.

General Mentor Recruitment & Retention Support

• Conduct follow-up communications with attendees of SEO mentoring information sessions, which include collecting email addresses, sending follow-up emails, and tracking applicant numbers from partners.


• Conduct outreach to the existing volunteer list with information on new mentor applications and engage with previous SEO mentors to ascertain their return status for the upcoming school year.


• Carry out other related duties as needed to support the mentorship program.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma required.


• SEO staff experience preferred.

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Ability to manage multiple calendars and schedules.


• Ability to manage complex projects with multiple deadlines.


• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and experience working with databases.


• Excellent organizational skills, detail orientation, and ability to multitask and handle changing priorities.


• Superior interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.


• Ability to travel to sites in Manhattan & Brooklyn.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

This position is benefits ineligible in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

The compensation listed in this posting reflects what SEO believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and SEO reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

EEOC Policy

At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world. Candidates from all communities – including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, veterans, and people with disabilities – are strongly encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it is our commitment.

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other legally protected status.

If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO, due to a disability, please email SEO Talent.

THE ORGANIZATION

Established in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz, SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity) is an educational non-profit founded on the belief that talent is everywhere; but opportunity is not. Our programs are designed to educate, train, mentor, and amplify the voices of our participants to give them a seat at the table – every table. We propel human potential.

SEO is an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational career opportunities that maximize the full potential of our participants. Each year SEO serves 7,000+ participants nationally, and the organization is widely recognized for developing best-in-class programs with exceptional results.

Not every SEO participant is on the same journey, but all are hungry for opportunity and SEO creates an ecosystem of excellence. Learn more about SEO's programs here: https://www.seo-usa.org/our-programs/.