• Program Coordinator
• Senior Credit Officer

Program Coordinator
Talent Search I Program
TELACU Education Foundation

Job Code: TEF-TPC-1211

Job Summary: 
Manages and oversees all activities associated with the Talent Search I Program, focusing on career advisement and curriculum. Job requires the use of independent judgment to manage situations.

Essential Functions: 
• Oversees the recruitment and orientation of participants and parents into the Program from the assigned
  target schools.
• Collaborates with Executive Director, high school principals, counselors and teachers at the target schools
  to facilitate the selection of students.
• Serves as liaison between Program, target schools and community agencies to ensure clear and concise
  communication.
• Provides orientation for prospective Talent Search participants and their parents.
• Provides counseling to students in the form of career planning, educational information and financial
  assistance.
• Develops and administers comprehensive instructor, tutor and resident assistant training program to
  ensure quality of curriculum and Program success.
• Plans, develops and coordinates relevant cultural, social and recreational activities for the academic year.
• Ensures that all forms of written communication (e.g., letters, memoranda, emails) for parents, students
  and public meet the TELACU Corporate Communication Group Standards.
• Updates the Executive Director and the Senior Vice President of the Foundation.
• Evaluates Counselor’s assessment of educational needs and goals of students and the development of
  individual educational plans.
• Oversees maintenance of active student files and database.
• Ensures all files are up to par and adhere to U.S. Department of Education standards.
• Prepares and submits the Annual Performance Report to the U.S. Department of Education.
• Develops and manages Program budget.
• Hires, supervises, evaluates and, when needed, terminates Program staff members.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: 
Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Counseling or related field, Master’s Degree preferred. Minimum three years’ experience in higher education in the field of student services with low-income, underserved students; public speaking experience; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and the Internet; demonstrated sensitivity to multi-cultural needs and characteristics of the targeted population; excellent organizational skills; experience in group and individual counseling; excellent oral and written communication skills. Preference for candidates who have held a prior position within a university/college EOP or TRIO Program. Bilingual in Spanish is highly desirable. Must have a valid California Driver’s License, proof of current vehicle insurance, and a driving record that meets TELACU Education Foundation’s insurer’s criteria. Must be able to use own vehicle in the course of work.

Physical Job Description: 
Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Counseling or related filed, Master’s Degree preferred. Minimum three years’ experience in higher education in the field of student services with low-income, underserved students; public speaking experience; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and the Internet; demonstrated sensitivity to multi-cultural needs and characteristics of the targeted population; excellent organizational skills; experience in group and individual counseling; excellent oral and written communication skills. Preference for candidates who have held a prior position within a university/college EOP or TRIO Program. Bilingual in Spanish is highly desirable. Must have a valid California Driver’s License, proof of current vehicle insurance, and a driving record that meets TELACU Education Foundation’s insurer’s criteria. Must be able to use own vehicle in the course of work.  

The TELACU Education Foundation is an Equal Employment Opportunity, and At-Will employer.