Coordinator, Talent Search 61 South

Coordinator, Talent Search 61 South

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Lorman, MS

Job Type

Full-Time Staff

Job Number

FY202600076

Department

Education and Psychology - Talent Search

Opening Date

03/20/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Job Title

Coordinator, Talent Search 61 South

Essential Job Functions

• Recruits program participants from Jefferson, Adams, and Wilkinson County School Districts
• Coordinates services and activities
• Facilitates workshops and coaches participants to persist, graduate and enroll in postsecondary education programs.
• Assists with input of student and staff data for reporting requirements
• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree minimum, Master's degree preferred in counseling, education, higher education, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with at-risk/disadvantaged students while increasing persistence, retention, and graduation rates, as well as promoting career exploration and financial education.
• Must be able to construct tutoring schedules and establish and maintain positive and cooperative relationships with target school staff, participants, and the public.

Licenses/Certifications: License or Professional credentials in relevant discipline (if applicable)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of project management best practices

• Knowledge of the community, as well as social, cultural and political awareness

• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal

• Strong organizational skills

• Proficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite, Email and other databases

• Strong conflict management skills

• Proficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite

• Good visual, auditory and ambulatory ability

• Ability to creatively motivate, empower and recognize students

• Ability to track, report and analyze data

• Ability to demonstrate empathy

• Ability to build consensus and positive relationships

• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced office environment

• Ability to demonstrate initiative and exhibit excellent judgment

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

Employer Alcorn State University

Address 1000 ASU Drive, #390

Lorman, Mississippi, 39096

Phone 6018776188

Website https://www.alcorn.edu/