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Coordinator, Peer Mentoring 497541
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Position Number: 3967380
Location: Beaumont, TX
Position Type: Academic Advising

Coordinator, Peer Mentoring 497541

Position Type: Staff

Position Number: 20112421

Department: Center for Academic Success

Job Summary/Basic Function:
About This Role:

The Coordinator, Peer Mentoring is a full-time professional staff position responsible for the continued development, planning, implementation, and assessment of Peer Mentoring for the Lamar University Cardinal Communities program, which serves over 1,000 incoming LU freshmen each fall. This position reports to the Associate Director of STAR (Student Tutoring and Retention) Services and interacts extensively with academic and student service departments and faculty and staff across campus to provide comprehensive mentoring for Lamar University undergraduate students.

What You'll Do - Position Duties

As a member of our team, you will have an impact on our clients through accomplishment of the following responsibilities:

PRIMARY DAILY RESPONSIBILITY:

Coordinate and supervise Peer Mentoring through the Lamar University Cardinal Communities (CC) program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Coordinate and implement peer mentoring through the Cardinal Communities program
Hire, train, and supervise peer mentors and additional student staff using College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) guidelines and standards
Monitor progress of Cardinal Communities students and connect them campus resources
Assist Associate Director with marketing and promoting Cardinal Communities programs and events
Advance partnerships with departments and individuals across campus
Utilize EAB Navigate system for attendance, appointments, communication, and reporting
Assess, evaluate, and grow peer mentoring
Assist the Associate Director in budget resource allocation
Participate in professional development and student success research

Who We Are:

Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits - Job Perks:

At Lamar University one of the ways, we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package

Health, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
State of Texas Retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent
Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications:
What Youll Need to Succeed - Minimum Qualifications

To be successful in this role and a great addition to our team we need you to come with the following:

Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university with one year of relevant experience and supervisory experience required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of mentoring, learning communities, and first year experience in higher education
Demonstrated ability to supervise a team of students
Superior oral/written communication skills
Computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft applications and Canva
High level organizational and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to participate in a highly collaborative work environment
Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Ability to represent Lamar University with high levels of professionalism and customer service

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the amazing qualifications and experiences listed above, if we had our say, we would also look for:

Masters degree preferred
Experiences preferred include at least three years working with learning community and/or first-year experience programs, staff supervision, and knowledge of university educational system and student retention programming

Security Sensitive Statement:
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary: $36,521 - $42,000

Work Hours:

Posting Date: 06/13/2022

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:

To apply, visit https://jobs.lamar.edu/.

Lamar University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Lamar University not to discriminate on the basis of non-relevant criteria including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities, admissions or employment practices.