Job Information
Rochester Institute of Technology Outreach Specialist, Liberty Partnerships Program in Rochester, New York
8314BR
Position Title:
Outreach Specialist, Liberty Partnerships Program
Organization:
K-12 University Center
Job Responsibilities:
Transportation requirement: Must have regular access to transportation for school-based work and be able to qualify (LENS) and drive RIT vans.
Manage caseload of students at assigned schools in alignment with grant objectives. Provide case management, mentorship, and advisement to students.
Design and plan for workshops, field trips, and other academic and social/emotional enrichment services. Participate in site-coordinators planning meetings and professional development.
Implement workshops, tutoring program, and other academic and social/emotional enrichment services to participants in alignment with grant objectives.
Recruit new students to program, recruit current students to participate in program events and initiatives.
Maintain documentation of all program services following approved procedures. Assist with collection of student data as needed.
Other duties as assigned
Physical requirement: Must be able to participate in K-12 outreach activities which may involve standing or sitting for long periods, long periods of walking, and occasionally lifting supplies that can weigh up to 25 lbs.
FLSA Category:
Non-exempt
Requisition Number:
8314BR
College/Division:
Provost
Required Application Documents:
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References
Employment Category:
Fulltime
Additional Details:
The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
How To Apply:
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
Wage Band (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/staff-wage-grade-bands) :
115H
Required Qualifications:
Experience:
- 1 year of experience in education of middle or high school students from at-risk and/or historically underserved and underrepresented groups.
Skills:
Knowledge of NYS high school graduation requirements and high school academic standards.
Experience in drop-out prevention and in addressing challenges faced by RCSD high school youth.
Knowledge of college readiness curriculums, including soft skill and middle skill development.
Experience in the design and delivery of K-12 programming.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; must be adept at communicating with audiences of all backgrounds and education levels
Values and supports individual differences. Able to work with diverse populations.
Values transparency, accountability, and communication. Embraces a team attitude.
Ability to work independently, managing and prioritizing multiple demands. Knows when to elevate issues.
PLEASE NOTE: The individual hired for this position will be required to have a pre-employment Motor Vehicle check, and the Motor Vehicle Report must clear RIT's Safe Driving Policy (https://www.rit.edu/fa/transportationaccident-policysafety#rit-vehicle-driver-safety) . (see Page 4)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in the Greece Central or Rochester City Schools
Experience with K-12 outreach and/or grant programs
Event planning experience
Bilingual (Spanish)
Bachelor’s degree
Department/College Description:
The RIT K-12 University Center works in collaboration with all divisions at RIT to build connections between the college and the K-12 community (youth, teachers, parents, schools). This is accomplished through many efforts including customized campus visits, onetime hands-on experiences, ongoing grant-funded initiatives facilitated in partnership with area schools, broader impact efforts designed with RIT faculty, and summer camps. The outreach provided by the RIT K-12 University Center aims to increase college-going attitudes, to spark interest in RIT’s areas of study (especially STEM fields), and to motivate youth to consider RIT as an eventual fit for college. Additionally, RIT K-12 regularly engages youth in specific populations that are of special interest to the college – for example, exposing youth who may someday be eligible for RIT’s Rochester City Scholars scholarship initiative to opportunities at RIT.
The Outreach Specialist designs, coordinates, and implements initiatives on behalf of the RIT K-12 University Center. He/she will provide services to youth, their parents, and their teachers in the form of mentorship, counseling, workshops, academic enrichment, college-readiness programming, etc.
What do we believe at RIT?:
Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.
As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/sites/rit.edu.fa.humanresources/files/docs/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).
Work Location:
Henrietta Campus — 100%
Job Summary:
The RIT Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) is a state-funded, grant-based initiative that provides personal and academic support services to at-risk youth. An initiative of the RIT K-12 University Center, RIT LPP serves 360 youth in grades 6-12 from Greece Olympia and City of Rochester Schools. Services include case management,mentoring, skill-building workshops, educational enrichment, college readiness, leadership development, college visits, and parent support programs.
The LPP Outreach Specialist, serving as a site-based coordinator for RIT LPP, will implement program services to a caseload of LPP youth. They will be responsible for recruiting new program members and maintaining the engagement of enrolled participants. The LPP Outreach Specialist will design and deliver programming in alignment with grant objectives.
The LPP Outreach Specialist will become a key LPP representative at the schools in which they are assigned. They will keep accurate and up-to-date records of student services. In addition to work in the schools, the LPP Outreach Specialist will provide support to LPP events and programming over school breaks and during the summer. Some evenings, Saturdays, and overnights are required.
The LPP Outreach Specialist will report to the Director. The position is based in the assigned school during the academic year and at RIT during the summer. Must be able to participate in K-12 outreach activities which may involve sitting or standing for long periods, long periods of walking, and lifting supplies up to 25 lbs. Must have regular access to transportation for school-based work and be able to qualify (LENS) and drive RIT vans. Bachelor’s degree preferred. The successful candidate will be able to work independently on-site in the schools while maintaining a connection and alignment with the central administration of RIT LPP. 35 hours per week.
Hourly/Salary Minimum:
16
Hourly/Salary Maximum:
27