Serve as a liaison between local secondary schools, career centers and Ohio Technical Centers (Adult Programs) and The University of Akron to develop, implement and sustain programming that links students to The University of Akron.  Responsible for working with current and potential UA students, parents, school counselors, school administrators in the areas of recruitment, advising, orientation, transition facilitation and discussing pathway options.

• Assist in College Credit Plus recruitment, orientation, and advisement of students. Serve as the onsite contact for specific k-12 CCP programs.  Work closely with UA and secondary school administration in the on-going development and implementation of CCP partnerships and programs. Work onsite at secondary schools and workplace learning environments to promote, support and share the mission, vision, and pathways of The University of Akron.  Communicate and foster relationships on behalf of UA with students, parents, school personnel and the community at large. Recruit and assist in the transition from high school program to UA through Early College High School programs, College Credit Plus, articulation agreements, Career Technical Education programs, and Adult Education programs at Ohio Technical Centers.

• Assist in Early College orientation and advisement of students.

• Assist in recruitment, transition, and financial aid activities. 

• Maintains and assists with data collection and state reporting.  Represent UA at meetings as requested. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

Requires relevant bachelor's degree; Master's degree preferred.

Licenses/Certifications/Requirements:

Driver's License

Experience:

Requires a minimum of 3 years' experience withing secondary and/or post-secondary education.  Must have an understanding of Early College High School and College Credit Plus concepts as well as the policies and procedures surrounding college admissions, recruitment, marketing, advising, credit options, and basic student financial aid required.  Strong interpersonal, organizational, computer and oral and written communications skills required.  Ability to travel regionally required.

Leadership:

No authority or responsibility for the supervision of others but must be able to direct others on daily operations and review for accuracy and consistency

Physical Requirements:

Job is physically comfortable; individual is normally seated and has discretion about walking, standing, etc.  May occasionally lift lightweight objects.

Working Conditions:

Standard working environments with possible inconveniences due to occasional noise, crowed working conditions depending upon daily location, and/or minor heating/cooling or ventilation problems.

Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.

 

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

 

Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin 

United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Madilyn Otterbachermao76@uakron.edu

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Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees.  The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus.  As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. 

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.