Georgia State University
Educational Program Specialist
Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Overview
The Office of TRIO Student Support Services
at Georgia State University Perimeter College is seeking to recruit an Educational Program Specialist for the Newton campus. The Educational Program Specialist is responsible for providing academic services through the Student Support Services Program (SSS). This TRIO program is federally funded through the U.S. Department of Education and serves students who are first-generation, come from low-income backgrounds, and/or students with disabilities. The purpose of the program is to increase the retention and graduation rates of these students. Through a holistic approach, this position will provide students with the skills and inspiration needed to be successful in higher education and continue on to graduate or professional school. Other responsibilities include advising (academic, career, personal, financial), conducting workshops, and tracking student records. The Educational Program Specialist should have strong communication skills necessary to develop rapport with undergraduate students, faculty, and university staff. Location: Newton Campus
What Makes the Office of TRIO Student Support Services a Great Place?
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc. A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with a variety of partners. Professional development opportunity and mentorship A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
Responsibilities
Advise students (academic, career, personal, financial) and provide holistic support to enhance retention and graduation rates. Conduct workshops and develop programming to support student success. Track and maintain student records and program data. Provide effective communication to develop rapport with undergraduate students, faculty, and university staff.
Qualifications
Minimum Hiring Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience. Preferred Hiring Qualifications: Master's degree and two years' experience counseling low-income academically under-prepared high school or college students in either a postsecondary educational or community-based human service agency. Master's degree and two years' experience counseling low-income academically under-prepared high school or college students in either a postsecondary educational or community-based human service agency.
Details
College/Business Unit:
Provost & VP Academic Affairs Department:
Educational Opp & TRIO Prg Location:
Newton Campus Shift:
M-F 8:30 am - 5:15 pm Salary:
$40,000 - $43,000 Pay Grade:
12 FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Job Type:
Full Time (Benefits Eligible) Job Posting:
09/29/25, 11:42:14 AM Closing Date:
10/14/25, 3:59:00 AM
Special Instructions
To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission: a complete and accurate GSU application, Resume, Cover Letter (Recommended). Final candidates must provide three professional references. #LI-KH1 SPONSOR FUNDED:
This is a regular, full-time position which involves on-campus and online duties, with job continuation dependent upon grant funding.
Georgia State University Values & Policy References
Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other protected class. Equal Employment Opportunity: Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Background Check: Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background checks as applicable to the job. Clery Act information and campus safety policy details are provided as part of university compliance.
Additional Notes
Please note that the career board updates daily and requisitions may be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Office of TRIO Student Support Services
at Georgia State University Perimeter College is seeking to recruit an Educational Program Specialist for the Newton campus. The Educational Program Specialist is responsible for providing academic services through the Student Support Services Program (SSS). This TRIO program is federally funded through the U.S. Department of Education and serves students who are first-generation, come from low-income backgrounds, and/or students with disabilities. The purpose of the program is to increase the retention and graduation rates of these students. Through a holistic approach, this position will provide students with the skills and inspiration needed to be successful in higher education and continue on to graduate or professional school. Other responsibilities include advising (academic, career, personal, financial), conducting workshops, and tracking student records. The Educational Program Specialist should have strong communication skills necessary to develop rapport with undergraduate students, faculty, and university staff. Location: Newton Campus
What Makes the Office of TRIO Student Support Services a Great Place?
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc. A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with a variety of partners. Professional development opportunity and mentorship A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
Responsibilities
Advise students (academic, career, personal, financial) and provide holistic support to enhance retention and graduation rates. Conduct workshops and develop programming to support student success. Track and maintain student records and program data. Provide effective communication to develop rapport with undergraduate students, faculty, and university staff.
Qualifications
Minimum Hiring Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience. Preferred Hiring Qualifications: Master's degree and two years' experience counseling low-income academically under-prepared high school or college students in either a postsecondary educational or community-based human service agency. Master's degree and two years' experience counseling low-income academically under-prepared high school or college students in either a postsecondary educational or community-based human service agency.
Details
College/Business Unit:
Provost & VP Academic Affairs Department:
Educational Opp & TRIO Prg Location:
Newton Campus Shift:
M-F 8:30 am - 5:15 pm Salary:
$40,000 - $43,000 Pay Grade:
12 FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Job Type:
Full Time (Benefits Eligible) Job Posting:
09/29/25, 11:42:14 AM Closing Date:
10/14/25, 3:59:00 AM
Special Instructions
To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission: a complete and accurate GSU application, Resume, Cover Letter (Recommended). Final candidates must provide three professional references. #LI-KH1 SPONSOR FUNDED:
This is a regular, full-time position which involves on-campus and online duties, with job continuation dependent upon grant funding.
Georgia State University Values & Policy References
Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other protected class. Equal Employment Opportunity: Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Background Check: Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background checks as applicable to the job. Clery Act information and campus safety policy details are provided as part of university compliance.
Additional Notes
Please note that the career board updates daily and requisitions may be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
#J-18808-Ljbffr