Program Coordinator of McNair Scholars Program

Organization

Assist the program director with all aspects of a federal grant funded program to prepare underrepresented undergraduate students for graduate education through participation in research and scholarly activities. 

Other Duties: 

• Coordinates administrative activities of a designated program or programs. 
• Coordinates the activities between projects for a department or college and between those projects and other programs on a national or state level. Interfaces with university departments, funding sources, outside organizations.
• Assists in the preparation of grants and ensures accuracy. Collaborate with the Office of Research Administration, Principal Investigators and other personnel.
• Organizes and participates in the analysis of collected data. May perform data entry, collect, and
  clean data.
• Ensures projects are in compliance with University regulations.
• Recruit and identify potential program participants.
•       Deliver program services and workshops.
•       Mentor and maintain contact with program participants.
•       Coordinate student travel and supervise student conference attendance.
•       Engage in program outreach.
•       Maintain student files and program database.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
• Assist with program documentation, assessment, and reports.

Required Attachments:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three professional references

Job Location

Required Education: Bachelor's degree AND:

• 36 months of related experience 

Equivalent/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree for a total of 84 months of related experience.

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills including communicating effectively to quickly build rapport with diverse students, faculty, and staff
• Strong collaborative, organizational, and time management skills
• Understanding and adhering to federal and institutional policies
• Demonstrated research skills, including communicating findings verbally and in writing
• Advanced composition and proofreading skills
• Manage confidential student data
• Able to handle multiple projects and deadlines·  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of accounting process 

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Diversity Statement: The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by recognizing each person's unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

Organization: Div Eqty Inclusn Admn
Job Location: Oklahoma-Norman-Norman Campus
Schedule: Part-time
Job Posting: Feb 29, 2024