Rollins College

Upward Bound Program Coordinator Position Summary: The Rollins College Upward Bound Program is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to work cooperatively with the Program Director and Assistant Director in performing administrative functions for the office along with some student programming and facilitation. Upward Bound is a year-round program for motivated students with academic potential who desire additional academic preparation, advisement, and encouragement to succeed in high school and later, in college. The Upward Bound Program works with low-income secondary school students who dare to dream of being the first in their families to earn a college degree. The Rollins College Upward Bound program is funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Currently the grant has been approved from September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2027. The continuation of this position is based on satisfactory performance as well as the continuation of available funding. Front Office/Administrative Management: Manage all administrative and customer service support for the Upward Bound Program. Manage the customer service experience for all Upward Bound visitors, including students, parents, teachers, tutors, faculty, administrators, and alumni. Collaborate with staff to update/edit office handouts and marketing materials. UB Student Engagement and Support: •Assist with managing students during Saturday Sessions and Upward Bound Activities. •This includes but is not limited to: • Transporting students via rental cars or Jump buses. • Planning workshops or supervising events. •Engaging in activities planned during summer which may result in outside supervision or participation. •Assist teachers in classrooms with students during summer component and Saturday Sessions. Database Management: • Assist with annual performance reports, maintenance of participant files, and continuous updating of CRM system. •Assist with tracking and compiling monthly/annual office usage statistics for reporting. Budget Support: • Track and maintain records of all program expenditures, request, and stipends. • Serve as a point of contact for vendors and other third-party service reps. • Assist with maintaining the Upward Bound Program's operating budget. •To learn more about the Upward Bound Program, please visit: . Minimum Qualifications: • High School Education. • Two years of job-related administrative experience. • Possess a valid driver's license, or ability to obtain an Florida driver's license within 30 days of accepting the job, and acceptable MVR are required. Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelors degree. • Experience working in the education field and/or TRIO. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Ability to work effectively with diverse age groups from the community and within the College. • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with department constituents including staff, students, parents, teachers, faculty and vendors while establishing and maintaining positive working relationships. • Ability to develop, monitor and evaluate multiple, detailed office systems including budgets, tracking of student records, and office files. • Ability to supervise students and collaborate with others. • Knowledge and practice of organizational and time management skills. • Possess strong written and oral communication skills along with organizational and management skills. •Ability to understand, interpret, and analyze information to make sound judgments. •Ability to maintain and update files and records with a high degree of accuracy •Ability to be flexible in job responsibilities and capable of working with little supervision. •Must be a forward thinker who anticipates future challenges. •Knowledge, skill and proficiency in web development and use of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office, CMS, database programs, etc. Additional Position Details: This is a part-time, 12-month appointment scheduled to work 25-27 hours per week (1,300 hours per year). Campus-based, front-facing customer service position, working in an office environment with some hybrid opportunities. Scheduled hours per week will depend on operational needs. Flexible schedule (e.g., early morning, early evenings, or weekends) or overtime may be required to meet business needs during evenings or weekends. The Rollins College Upward Bound program is funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Currently the grant has been approved through what date August 31, 2027. The continuation of your position is based on satisfactory performance as well as the continuation of available funding. Instructions to Applicants: To apply, please submit an application and upload the following materials: • Resume • Cover Letter (optional) Benefits & Perks: • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and personal time), paid Holidays and paid College Closure Days! • Eligible for Vision Insurance (within 30 days of hire) •100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance •Domestic Partner Benefits • 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions •Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans •FREE On-Campus Parking •FREE Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more) •Pet Insurance • 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program •Additional Perks: Rollins College is conveniently located on multiple Lynx Bus Routes (Winter Park/Rosemont-9 & Winter Park/Springs Village-23) and within walking distance from the Winter Park SunRail Station Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards, and more) FREE E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more) College Bookstore Discounts Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs Plus More! Rollins offers a competitive hourly rate, along with our generous part-time benefits package. Click here to review our part-time benefits package. Our Service Excellence Philosophy: At Rollins, we strive to be responsive, respectful, collaborative, competent, and inclusive in all that we do. Whether serving prospective or current students, alumni, local residents, or our fellow faculty and staff colleagues, these standards define the Rollins service experience. Click here to learn more about our commitment to Service Excellence at Rollins College! Equal Employment Opportunity: Rollins College is an equal opportunity institution. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by College policy or federal, state, or local law for employment and in our educational programs and activities. To learn more about our commitments, visit click here. Any applicant who requires reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or hiring process may contact us by phone or in writing to . Employment Eligibility: All new employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Rollins College, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Rollins College will require proof of authorization to work in the United States. Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Department of State, the College may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the College is not able to pay the required fee accompanying new H-1B visa petitions. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Service Months:12 If interested, please apply: Copyright 2025 Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-895ea82293b0f24c8fc9fbf421b9523c