Position Summary:

The Creating Higher Aspirations and Motivations Project/Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (CHAMP/GEAR UP) works with 6th-12th grade students in the Camden City Public School District. The goal of the program is to provide participants with skills and support to successfully graduate from high school and to succeed in higher education.

This position is responsible for program activities at the university, in the schools and community. Program activities include workshops, individual and group academic, and career advisement, providing information on post-secondary opportunities, assisting participants complete secondary education applications and financial aid forms.

The position requires the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with students in grades 6 through 12.
• Screen and select applicants for program eligibility                                                        
• Assess participant's potential for post-secondary educational, tutorial and career related needs and conduct individual and group advisement sessions. 
• Maintain individual participant records.
• Provide information on career fields, choosing career goals, selecting college majors and scheduling courses.
• Assist participants in choosing a post-secondary institution to attend.
• Provide technical assistance with completing financial aid and college applications.
• Conduct workshops for participants on topics related to success in secondary education.
• Participate in staff development and in-service training meetings.
• Chaperone Trips
• Participate in institutional and community committees.
• Be familiar with and adhere to university policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as required to achieve program goals and objectives.

Education Requirement:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year for year basis.

Experience Requirement:

• One (1) year of relevant professional-level work experience, preferably working with underrepresented and first generation students in 6th-12th grades.

License Requirement:

• Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Strong written, and oral communication skills, including public speaking and listening skills
• Strong interpersonal and human relations skills
• Knowledge of academic counseling, educational opportunities, and financial aid
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) a plus

Salary: 

• Range P18 ($52,513-$59,694)

Notes:

• This is a grant-funded position that is contingent upon the availability and appropriation of adequate special funds. If these funds are not available, the position, by necessity, will be terminated.   
• Only completed, online applications submitted on or before the deadline will be considered. 
• Candidates must me be legally authorized to work in the U.S., and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position. 
• The position requires the ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours.

SAME APPLICANTS: If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted with your application by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their Website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: SAME@csc.nj.gov , or call CSC at (833)691-0404.