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Project Management and Research Assistant at University of Iowa - Office of the Provost/Univ College depts

Friday, April 19, 2024
Employer: University of Iowa - Office of the Provost/Univ College depts Expires: 10/19/2024 The A. Craig Baird Debate Forum seeks a graduate student to support our goal of expanding debate’s programming on campus during the 2024-2025 academic year. The ideal candidate will be an engaged scholar-teacher who is interested in translating their skills from graduate education into event planning and scholarly research with a goal of expanding advocacy related to debate. We hope students who apply for this position can translate their expertise in humanities, social science, education, or business into public events that enable them to apply for careers outside traditional academic lines. With project management and event planning as two highly desired skills from potential employers, this assistant will complete the year-long position with a portfolio of different events to showcase multiple skills. The graduate assistant will work with the Coordinator of Forensics and Head Debate Coach to develop four events: an intercollege debate tournament on October 19th and 20th, an invited lecture during the Spring semester, and two public debates with one in the fall and one in the spring. This position is open to a graduate student who has experience with competitive speech or debate, but this background is not necessary for a successful candidate. Ideally, applicants will have strong skills in communication, experience with event planning or project management, and the capability to organize and complete long-term goals. The Coordinator and staff of the A. Craig Baird Debate Forum will provide mentoring. This is a 50% graduate research assistant appointment that will run from August 2024 through May 2025. The A. Craig Baird Debate Forum focuses on advancing the educational and research mission of the University of Iowa by encouraging engaged-student learning, cross-disciplinary exchange of ideas, and engagement with our local and global communities. We serve UI students, UI graduate students, and the greater community.Duties include but are not limited to: Working successfully with a team of staff, students, and campus visitors.Assisting with developing four events (intercollegiate debate tournament, invited lecture, and two public debates —including helping to plan, choose sites, work with guests, promote the event, and host. (Note: These events require availability on occasional evenings and weekends.)Occasionally overseeing social media, including Twitter and Facebook, for the team.Assisting in the design of posters and digital flyers for public announcements about A. Craig Baird Debate Forum events and opportunities.Producing videos, press releases, and other ways of reporting on the Forum’s work.Maintaining digital photography and publicity archive.Keeping agendas and notes and following through with tasks.Assisting with managing team logistics for travel to tournaments, including writing up short press releases outlining the team’s success at a competition.Expanding our website’s resources when programs need to advocate for debate’s expansion or retention. Qualifications required:Good standing in a MA or PhD program in the humanities, social scientific field, education, or business.Exemplary writing, research, and communications skills, including writing for non-academic audiences.Ability to conduct research and synthesize information.Ability to move a project forward—helping participants stay on a timeline and meeting deadlines. Ability to balance work on several sub-projects.Attention to current trends in social media and communications technology and familiarity with posting to multiple social media platforms.Confidence in event coordination.Ability to both work independently and to collaborate well with others.Creativity and eagerness to learn and experiment with new technologies and methods.Qualifications preferred:Experience in documenting events with photos and videos.Comfort and experience with some of the following programs:Adobe Suite products, including Illustrator and PhotoshopFilm editing in iMovieDoodleDrupalExcellent proofreading skills.Familiarity with email marketing campaigns. Apply:To apply,  please send the following documents to the Coordinator of Forensics (Paul Bellus, paul-bellus@uiowa.edu) and the Head Debate Coach (Dr. Tyler Snelling, tyler-snelling@uiowa.edu).Cover Letter. This 1–2-page document should state your interest in the position and describe experience with organizing projects. The letter should also clarify where the student is in their studies and the anticipated date of graduation.Current CV or resume.Application deadline: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis beginning on May 1st until the position is filled. Candidates may be asked to participate in an hour-long zoom interview if needed to award the assistantship. Please direct questions or inquiries to Paul Bellus (paul-bellus@uiowa.edu) and Tyler Snelling (tyler-snelling@uiowa.edu).The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences. Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu.  For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.

Mental Health Therapist at University of Northern Iowa Human Resources

Thursday, April 18, 2024
Employer: University of Northern Iowa Human Resources Expires: 06/22/2024 Mental Health TherapistMental Health Services Impact & Responsibilities: Provides clinical assessment and treatment planning to a diverse student population, including individuals, couples, and group therapy; provides consultation to faculty and staff regarding student mental health and counseling needs; participates in training and professional development activities; provides crisis assessment and intervention services; and practices in accordance with appropriate legal and ethical practices and standards.Requirements: Master's degree; Full licensure or temporary licensure in pursuit of full licensure (t-LMHC, LMHC, LMSW, LISW, or LMFT) to practice in Iowa as a mental health counselor, psychologist, social worker, or marriage and family therapist; and experience providing direct client therapy. Student experience will be considered. Spring 2024 graduates will be considered. Degree must be conferred prior to start date.Preferred: College counseling center experience. UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.The University offers an excellent benefits package including a vacation plan, employer sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, and life and disability insurance. Benefits package details can be viewed at uni.edu/jobs/why. Application materials received by Friday, May 3rd will be given first consideration. For more information or to apply, visit http://jobs.uni.edu. Criminal and other relevant background checks required. UNI is a tobacco free campus. 

USDA-ARS Fellowship in Influenza A Virus in Swine Phylogenetics at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education

Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Employer: Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education Expires: 10/16/2024 *Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis.ARS Office/Lab and Location: A research opportunity is available with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), National Animal Disease Center, Virus and Prion Research Unit, located in Ames, Iowa. For an introduction to the Flu crew at the National Animal Disease Center, please see: https://youtu.be/kOJy8tFTuiIAbout Us: The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is the U.S. Department of Agriculture's chief scientific in-house research agency with a mission to find solutions to agricultural problems that affect Americans every day from field to table. ARS will deliver cutting-edge, scientific tools and innovative solutions for American farmers, producers, industry, and communities to support the nourishment and well-being of all people; sustain our nation’s agroecosystems and natural resources; and ensure the economic competitiveness and excellence of our agriculture. The vision of the agency is to provide global leadership in agricultural discoveries through scientific excellence.Research Project: The selected participant will be involved in studying the evolutionary dynamics of influenza A virus (IAV) in swine. This project is within the Intervention Strategies to Control Endemic and New and Emerging Influenza A Virus Infections in Swine project in the Virus and Prion Research Unit. Scientists in this unit maintain a comprehensive IAV research program including investigation of virulence mechanisms, vaccinology, immunology, and virus evolution. The participant will be based on the National Centers for Animal Health campus and enjoy interactions with a dynamic community of ARS intramural scientists, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and research technicians.Under the guidance of a mentor, the participant will use a range of phylogenetic methods (including Bayesian) to study how interspecies transmission, genomic reassortment, and farm production practices affect the evolution of endemic viruses and the emergence of novel influenza viruses with pandemic potential in swine. Using the data provided by the USDA Influenza A virus in swine passive surveillance system: genetic evolution of IAV from swine will be quantified; genetic predictors of influenza host range and virulence will be identified; the genetic and antigenic variability of endemic viruses will be studied; and epidemiologic patterns as swine IAV is transmitted among hosts and across landscapes will be quantified. An additional goal is the development of novel algorithms, bioinformatic tools or analytical pipelines that quantify the diversity of RNA viruses infecting swine that may be deployed in online databases or interactive websites.Learning Objectives: The participant will learn HPC computing technologies and techniques in genomic epidemiology and machine learning to quantify drivers of IAV evolution in swine using data generated from IAV surveillance in human and swine populations. The participant will have the opportunity to collaborate with multiple USDA ARS scientists and investigators within the University of Pennsylvania Center for Excellence in Influenza Research and Response (CEIRR) as part of the NIH NIAID CEIRR collaborative network (https://www.ceirr-network.org/centers/penn-ceirr). The participant will have the opportunity to attend local and/or national meetings and will be supported and encouraged to publish research dealing with the evolution and pandemic potential of swine IAV.USDA-ARS Contact: The mentor for this opportunity is Tavis Anderson (tavis.anderson@usda.gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research, please contact the mentor(s).Anticipated Appointment Start Date: May 2024. Start date is flexible and will depend on a variety of factors.Appointment Length: The appointment will initially be for one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of the mentor and ARS, and is contingent on the availability of funds.Level of Participation: The appointment is full-time.Participant Stipend: The participant(s) will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience.Citizenship Requirements: This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR), and foreign nationals. Non-U.S. citizen applicants should refer to the Guidelines for Non-U.S. Citizens Details page of the program website for information about the valid immigration statuses that are acceptable for program participation.ORISE Information: This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and ARS. Participants do not become employees of USDA, ARS, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.Questions: Please visit our Program Website. If you have additional questions about the application process please email ORISE.ARS.Midwest@orau.org and include the reference code for this opportunity.Qualifications The qualified candidate(s) should be pursuing a doctoral degree in computer science or bioinformatics and computational biology.Preferred skills:Experience in computer science, bioinformatics, or computational biologyProficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., python, R, bash, perl)Experience in phylogenetic methods and algorithmsStrong oral and written communication skillsAbility to effectively collaborate and work with othersEligibility Requirements Degree: Currently pursuing a Doctoral Degree.

AmeriCorps Access or Success Coach at College Possible

Monday, April 15, 2024
Employer: College Possible Expires: 06/30/2024 Employment Status/hours: In-Person; Full-time; Monday - Friday (during traditional school hours)Start Date: August 15, 2024End Date: June 30, 2025CompensationLiving Stipend $1000/biweeklySegal Education Award valued at $7,395100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental & Vision BenefitsWho We AreAs one of the largest and most successful college access and success programs in the country, since 2000 College Possible has helped more than 85,700 students from under-represented communities get into and through college through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support. Its pioneering model matches students with a near-peer coach and an evidence-based curriculum designed to help students overcome the most common barriers to getting into college and completing their degree - all at no cost to students or their families. Nationwide, College Possible students are three times more likely to earn a bachelor's degree within six years than their peers from similar backgrounds.College Possible is a proud AmeriCorps program. AmeriCorps is a federal agency that brings people together to tackle the country's most pressing challenges through national service. Our AmeriCorps members commit to a year of service as a College Possible coach in communities throughout the country. Many coaches represent the identities of the students they serve, and each brings a commitment to social justice and closing the college equity divide.Our near-peer coaching model has earned national recognition: the inaugural Evergreen National Education Award recognized our leadership in increasing access to and success in college for students from low-income backgrounds. It also earns top-of-field results: a Harvard study found that the program more than doubles a student's chance of enrolling in a four-year college, and our students are four times more likely to become college graduates than their low-income peers. College Possible has an annual operating budget of ~$33.5 million, more than 190 full-time employees and more than 245 AmeriCorps and VISTA service members. During the 2021-2022 school year, we reached an estimated 25,700 students nationwide.Headquartered in Saint Paul, MN, College Possible operates: regional sites in Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Milwaukee, WI; Omaha, NE; Philadelphia, PA; Portland, OR; Saint Paul, MN; and Seattle, WA; as well as Catalyze partnerships in California, Iowa, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Tennessee and Texas.Our CoachesCollege Possible Coaches are selected from a diverse group of individuals from various backgrounds across the United States to serve our students as college access and success mentors; each Coach brings their unique skill set to assist students' success. We are seeking talented, caring, and capable people committed to supporting our students in their path to achieving a college degree. Through this service year opportunity, our Coaches develop leadership skills, participate in professional development workshops, engage in public speaking and much more. This is not only a positive learning experience for our students but for our Coaches as well!What You'll DoThe College Access Coach (high school coach) service positions focus on coaching and supporting high school juniors and high school seniors who are seeking to earn a college degree. High school coaches will serve primarily inside a partner high school, coaching a caseload of high school juniors and/or seniors as they explore college opportunities and complete the college application process.College Access Coach (High School Coach)Lead college exploration and preparatory sessions for 40 or more underserved high school students at local high school campus(es)Ensure that students consistently receive the highest quality of services, that school partner needs are met, and that each student makes satisfactory progress toward program goalsProvide 1-on-1 coaching to students to develop their college planGain and maintain knowledge of all students' interests, needs, and backgroundsPerform follow-up parent/student phone callsCollect, organize, and maintain student and program documentsUpdate the database and spreadsheet files on a weekly basis; maintain student records and statisticsCoordinate with the College Success Team to provide college transition services to graduating high school seniorsSubmit weekly timesheets, periodic reports (i.e., monthly reports, self-evaluations, and supervisor evaluations), and other service-related documentation as requiredAttend required programmatic and community service eventsThe College Success Coach (college coach) service position focuses on coaching and supporting current college undergraduate students who are seeking to earn a college degree. College coaches will serve either tech-connected from a College Possible office or occasionally on a specific college campus. Tech-connected college coaches meet by phone, online messaging, and virtual personal meetings to support students in successfully matriculating through college; assisting in tasks like choosing the correct classes, reapplying for the financial aid and scholarships, college success skill-building, and addressing specific student needs as they arise.College Success Coach (College Coach)Provide one on one coaching and support to assigned scholars via phone, email, online messaging, and possible personal meetings to address specific needs and troubleshoot problems that may ariseProvide students direct high school to college transition coaching and support in areas including, but not limited to new student orientation, course registration, financial aid/FAFSA issues, college transfers, career development, and other miscellaneous issues. Conduct research, provide referrals, arrange meetings, and accompany students to appointments as necessaryProvide extended support and create personalized action plans for students in "red flag" situations, including loss of financial aid, family crises, drop-outs, stop-outs, deferrals, MIA students, and students enrolled in two-year collegesNetwork and collaborate with university staff within academic advising, financial aid, and student support offices as neededWork with students to gather documents such as transcripts, course registrations, and enrollment status to track collegian progress toward college graduationOrganize and maintain up-to-date student information on student progress including milestones and deliverables in databases and physical files; monitor success program statistics; produce reports as neededSubmit weekly timesheets, periodic reports (i.e., monthly reports, self-evaluations, and supervisor evaluations), and other service-related documentation as requiredAttend required programmatic and community service eventsThe Community Partners Team MemberThe Community Partners Team Member holds a multifaceted role central to the mission of our organization. Your primary responsibility will be to build and nurture vital community partnerships that directly benefit the students we serve. This involves organizing a diverse range of events, from College Prep Talks and college planning workshops for high school students to program-wide community service days. This role is an ideal fit for someone who thrives on project management, meticulous planning, and provides crucial support behind the scenes.Build and support community partnerships to serve the students servedOrganize events like College Prep Talks and college planning workshops for high school studentsConceive and organize program-wide community service days for College Possible team members and stakeholdersOrganize visits to College Possible partner college campuses and business partnersCoordinate support services to College Possible partner collegesOrganize the annual Launch Celebration and other regional eventsServe as lead substitute for coachesSupport summer bridge programming for high school seniorsSupport programming for students transitioning from first-to-second-year of collegeQualificationsYou are a U.S. citizen; AmeriCorps members are required to be U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residentsYou have obtained a Bachelor's degreeYou must clear a National Service Criminal History Check and all other security requirements set forth by College Possible and the school district in which you serve before the start of trainingCollege Possible Coach Benefits & Perks3 weeks of Paid School Breaks & HolidaysUp to 4 days of Personal Time3 weeks Pre-Service TrainingConsistent Professional & Leadership Development TrainingsEmployee Assistance Program Access, with Mental, Physical, & Financial Wellness BenefitsCompany Provided TechnologyCompany Provided Gear & ApparelAccess to College Possible Alumni NetworkAmeriCorps Eligible BenefitsStudent Loan Deferment and Interest ForbearanceChild Care Benefits ProgramSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) BenefitsDepartment of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramAccess to Schools of National Service Network for Additional Education BenefitsAccess of AmeriCorps Alumni & Employers of National Service Network

AmeriCorps Access or Success Coach at College Possible

Monday, April 15, 2024
Employer: College Possible Expires: 06/30/2024 Employment Status/hours: In-Person; Full-time; Monday - Friday (40-45 hours/week)Start Date: August 12, 2024End Date: June 30, 2025CompensationLiving Stipend $930.43/biweeklySegal Education Award of $7,395100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental & Vision BenefitsWho We AreAs one of the largest and most successful college access and success programs in the country, since 2000 College Possible has helped more than 85,700 students from under-represented communities get into and through college through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support. Its pioneering model matches students with a near-peer coach and an evidence-based curriculum designed to help students overcome the most common barriers to getting into college and completing their degree - all at no cost to students or their families. Nationwide, College Possible students are three times more likely to earn a bachelor's degree within six years than their peers from similar backgrounds.College Possible is a proud AmeriCorps program. AmeriCorps is a federal agency that brings people together to tackle the country's most pressing challenges through national service. Our AmeriCorps members commit to a year of service as a College Possible coach in communities throughout the country. Many coaches represent the identities of the students they serve, and each brings a commitment to social justice and closing the college equity divide.Our near-peer coaching model has earned national recognition: the inaugural Evergreen National Education Award recognized our leadership in increasing access to and success in college for students from low-income backgrounds. It also earns top-of-field results: a Harvard study found that the program more than doubles a student's chance of enrolling in a four-year college, and our students are four times more likely to become college graduates than their low-income peers. College Possible has an annual operating budget of ~$33.5 million, more than 190 full-time employees and more than 245 AmeriCorps and VISTA service members. During the 2021-2022 school year, we reached an estimated 25,700 students nationwide.Headquartered in Saint Paul, MN, College Possible operates regional sites in Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Milwaukee, WI; Omaha, NE; Philadelphia, PA; Portland, OR; Saint Paul, MN; and Seattle, WA; as well as Catalyze partnerships in California, Iowa, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Tennessee and Texas.Our CoachesCollege Possible Coaches are selected from a diverse group of individuals from various backgrounds across the United States to serve our students as college access and success mentors; each Coach brings their unique skill set to assist students' success. We seek talented, caring, and capable people committed to supporting our students in their path to college. Through this service year opportunity, our Coaches develop leadership skills, participate in professional development workshops, engage in public speaking and much more. This is not only a positive learning experience for our students but for our Coaches as well!What You'll DoThe College Access Coach (High School Coach) service positions focus on coaching and supporting high school juniors and high school seniors who are seeking to earn a college degree. High school coaches will serve primarily inside a partner high school, coaching a caseload of high school juniors and/or seniors as they explore college opportunities and complete the college application process.College Access Coach (High School Coach)Teach college preparatory classes for 40 or more underserved high school students at local high school campus(es)Ensure that students consistently receive the highest quality of services, that school partner needs are met, and that each student makes satisfactory progress toward program goalsProvide 1-on-1 coaching to students to develop their college planGain and maintain knowledge of all students' interests, needs, and backgroundsPerform follow-up parent/student phone callsCollect, organize, and maintain student and program documentsUpdate the database and spreadsheet files weekly; maintain student records and statisticsProvide mid-year and year-end progress reports for all studentsCoordinate with the College Success Team to provide college transition services to graduating high school seniorsSubmit weekly timesheets, periodic reports (i.e., monthly reports, self-evaluations, and supervisor evaluations), and other service-related documentation as requiredAttend required programmatic and community service eventsThe College Success Coach (College Coach) service position focuses on coaching and supporting current college undergraduate students seeking to earn a college degree. College coaches will serve either tech-connected from a College Possible office or occasionally on a specific college campus. Tech-connected college coaches meet by phone, online messaging, and virtual personal meetings to support students in successfully matriculating through college; assisting in tasks like choosing the correct classes, reapplying for financial aid and scholarships, college success skill-building, and addressing specific student needs.College Success Coach (College Coach)Contact one's assigned collegians once per month by phone, email, online messaging, and possible personal meetings to address specific needs and troubleshoot problems that may ariseProvide students direct high school to college transition coaching and support in areas including, but not limited to new student orientation, course registration, financial aid/FAFSA issues, college transfers, career development, and other miscellaneous issues. Conduct research, provide referrals, arrange meetings, and accompany students to appointments as necessaryProvide extended support and create personalized action plans for students in "red flag" situations, including loss of financial aid, family crises, drop-outs, stop-outs, deferrals, MIA students, unenrolled, and students enrolled in two-year collegesNetwork and collaborate with university staff within academic advising, financial aid, and student support officesUtilize national college enrollment databases and request school transcripts to confirm college enrollment, track, document, and report collegian progress toward college graduationOrganize and maintain up-to-date student information on student progress including milestones and deliverables in databases and physical files; monitor success program statistics; produce reports as neededSubmit weekly timesheets, periodic reports (i.e., monthly reports, self-evaluations, and supervisor evaluations), and other service-related documentation as requiredAttend required programmatic and community service eventsQualificationsYou are a U.S. citizen; AmeriCorps members are required to be U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residentsYou have obtained a bachelor's degreeYou must clear a National Service Criminal History Check and all other security and health requirements set forth by College Possible and the school district in which you serve before the start of trainingCollege Possible Coach Benefits & Perks3 weeks of paid school breaks & holidaysUp to 4 personal days3 weeks onboarding and trainingConsistent professional & leadership development trainingEmployee Assistance Program access, with mental, physical, & financial wellness benefitsCompany-provided technologyCompany-provided gear & apparelAccess to College Possible alumni networkAmeriCorps Eligible BenefitsStudent loan deferment and interest forbearanceChild care benefits programSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) BenefitsDepartment of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness programAccess to Schools of National Service Network for additional education benefitsAccess to AmeriCorps alumni & Employers of National Service networksCollege Possible is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks to build a diverse workforce to create impact in partnership with the communities we serve. We welcome a diverse pool of qualified applicants. For each of its positions, College Possible is mindful about what best serves our students, and seeks to hire staff with relevant experience, skills and aptitude, and a commitment to the power of education.

AmeriCorps Access or Success Coach at College Possible

Monday, April 15, 2024
Employer: College Possible Expires: 07/01/2024 Employment Status/hours: In-Person; Three-Quarter-Time; Monday - Friday (during traditional school hours; 32 hours/week)Start Date: August 12, 2024End Date: June 30, 2025CompensationLiving Stipend $950/biweeklySegal Education Award valued at $5,176.50100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental & Vision BenefitsWho We AreAs one of the largest and most successful college access and success programs in the country, since 2000 College Possible has helped more than 85,700 students from under-represented communities get into and through college through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support. Its pioneering model matches students with a near-peer coach and an evidence-based curriculum designed to help students overcome the most common barriers to getting into college and completing their degree - all at no cost to students or their families. Nationwide, College Possible students are three times more likely to earn a bachelor's degree within six years than their peers from similar backgrounds.College Possible is a proud AmeriCorps program. AmeriCorps is a federal agency that brings people together to tackle the country's most pressing challenges through national service. Our AmeriCorps members commit to a year of service as a College Possible coach in communities throughout the country. Many coaches represent the identities of the students they serve, and each brings a commitment to social justice and closing the college equity divide.Our near-peer coaching model has earned national recognition: the inaugural Evergreen National Education Award recognized our leadership in increasing access to and success in college for students from low-income backgrounds. It also earns top-of-field results: a Harvard study found that the program more than doubles a student's chance of enrolling in a four-year college, and our students are four times more likely to become college graduates than their low-income peers. College Possible has an annual operating budget of ~$33.5 million, more than 190 full-time employees and more than 245 AmeriCorps and VISTA service members. During the 2021-2022 school year, we reached an estimated 25,700 students nationwide.Headquartered in Saint Paul, MN, College Possible operates: regional sites in Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Milwaukee, WI; Omaha, NE; Philadelphia, PA; Portland, OR; Saint Paul, MN; and Seattle, WA; as well as Catalyze partnerships in California, Iowa, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Tennessee and Texas.Our CoachesCollege Possible Coaches are selected from a diverse group of individuals from various backgrounds across the United States to serve our students as college access and success mentors; each Coach brings their unique skill set to assist students' success. We are seeking talented, caring, and capable people committed to supporting our students in their path to achieving a college degree. Through this service year opportunity, our Coaches develop leadership skills, participate in professional development workshops, engage in public speaking and much more. This is not only a positive learning experience for our students but for our Coaches as well!What You'll DoThe College Access Coach (high school coach) service positions focus on coaching and supporting high school juniors and high school seniors who are seeking to earn a college degree. High school coaches will serve primarily inside a partner high school, coaching a caseload of high school juniors and/or seniors as they explore college opportunities and complete the college application process.College Access Coach (High School Coach)Teach college preparatory classes for 40 or more underserved high school students at local high school campus(es)Ensure that students consistently receive the highest quality of services, that school partner needs are met, and that each student makes satisfactory progress toward program goalsProvide 1-on-1 coaching to students to develop their college planGain and maintain knowledge of all students' interests, needs, and backgroundsPerform follow-up parent/student phone callsCollect, organize, and maintain student and program documentsUpdate the database and spreadsheet files on a weekly basis; maintain student records and statisticsProvide mid-year and end of year-end progress reports for all studentsCoordinate with the College Success Team to provide college transition services to graduating high school seniorsSubmit weekly timesheets, periodic reports (i.e., monthly reports, self-evaluations, and supervisor evaluations), and other service-related documentation as requiredAttend required programmatic and community service eventsThe College Success Coach (college coach) service position focuses on coaching and supporting current college undergraduate students who are seeking to earn a college degree. College coaches will serve either tech-connected from a College Possible office or occasionally on a specific college campus. Tech-connected college coaches meet by phone, online messaging, and virtual personal meetings to support students in successfully matriculating through college; assisting in tasks like choosing the correct classes, reapplying for the financial aid and scholarships, college success skill-building, and addressing specific student needs as they arise.College Success Coach (College Coach)Contact one's assigned collegians once per month by phone, email, online messaging, and possible personal meetings to address specific needs and troubleshoot problems that may ariseProvide students direct high school to college transition coaching and support in areas including, but not limited to new student orientation, course registration, financial aid/FAFSA issues, college transfers, career development, and other miscellaneous issues. Conduct research, provide referrals, arrange meetings, and accompany students to appointments as necessaryProvide extended support and create personalized action plans for students in "red flag" situations, including loss of financial aid, family crises, drop-outs, stop-outs, deferrals, MIA students, and students enrolled in two-year collegesNetwork and collaborate with university staff within academic advising, financial aid, and student support officesUtilize national college enrollment databases and request school transcripts to confirm college enrollment, track, document, and report collegian progress toward college graduationOrganize and maintain up-to-date student information on student progress including milestones and deliverables in databases and physical files; monitor success program statistics; produce reports as neededSubmit weekly timesheets, periodic reports (i.e., monthly reports, self-evaluations, and supervisor evaluations), and other service-related documentation as requiredAttend required programmatic and community service eventsQualificationsYou are a U.S. citizen; AmeriCorps members are required to be U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residentsYou have obtained a Bachelor's degreeYou must clear a National Service Criminal History Check and all other security and health requirements set forth by College Possible and the school district in which you serve before the start of trainingCollege Possible Coach Benefits & Perks3 weeks of Paid School Breaks & HolidaysUp to 4 days of Non-Service Time3 weeks Pre-Service TrainingConsistent Professional & Leadership Development TrainingsEmployee Assistance Program Access, with Mental, Physical, & Financial Wellness BenefitsCompany Provided TechnologyCompany Provided Gear & ApparelAccess to College Possible Alumni NetworkAmeriCorps Eligible BenefitsStudent Loan Deferment and Interest ForbearanceChild Care Benefits ProgramSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) BenefitsDepartment of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramAccess to Schools of National Service Network for Additional Education BenefitsAccess of AmeriCorps Alumni & Employers of National Service Network

Student Disability Services - Accommodation Assistant at University of Iowa - Division of Student Life

Monday, April 15, 2024
Employer: University of Iowa - Division of Student Life Expires: 08/18/2024 *MUST BE A GRADUATE STUDENT TO APPLY*BASIC FUNCTIONAssist with the provision of academic accommodations approved through Student Disability Services.RESPONSIBILITIESCommunicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students throughout various steps in the exam accommodation processManage correspondence for the office that can include phone calls, emails and Skype in a professional mannerPerform clerical duties such as copying, scanning, and filingMaintain attention to detail while performing data entryCheck in students for appointmentsProctor exams including scribing exams as neededAbility to learn necessary software used in the officeAssist with exam/scheduling/media problemsConvert media to an accessible formatMake personal and professional decisions congruent with departmental and university expectationsExhibit behavior expected of a professional and respect confidential informationWork accurately and independentlyAttend staff meetings and professional development trainings as scheduled by supervisor or departmentDemonstrate understanding and personal commitment to growth around diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusionRespect all persons from various backgrounds, races, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, religion, abilities, etc.QUALIFICATIONSRegistered UI graduate student in good conduct and academic standingMust be punctual and dependableDemonstrated team player with positive attitudeAbility to efficiently and effectively complete assigned tasksWorking experience with computer systemsAssist in onboarding peer Accommodation AssistantsDemonstrate knowledge and commitment to education around diversity, equity, and inclusionAbility to work with students with various disabilities, learning styles, and needsExcellent interpersonal communication skillsAbility to problem solve as issues and conflicts occurInitiative to learn new skills and assume more responsibilityWORK HOURSThis position is limited to up to 20 hours per week (320 hours per semester). May work up to 40 hours per week during break periods (spring, summer, fall and winter) as assignedAvailability during business hours Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; hours vary by semester. Expect extended hours during midterm and finals weeks (Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.)LOCATIONStudent Disability Services, 141 UCC, Iowa CityTRAINING REQUIREMENTSFERPA TrainingHIPAA TrainingSexual Harassment TrainingUI COMPETENCIES DEVELOPED IN THIS POSITIONThe following competencies (or skills) you will learn in this position will support you in your future career and help strengthen your resume. Problem-SolvingSelf-DevelopmentProductive RelationshipsCollaborationDiversityVerbal CommunicationGoalsEthicsGroup DevelopmentIOWA CHALLENGE INITIATIVES DEVELOPED IN THIS POSITIONExcelStretchEngageChooseServe

Regional Sales Associate at Musco Sports Lighting, LLC

Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Employer: Musco Sports Lighting, LLC Expires: 10/09/2024 The Musco Developmental Sales Team is seeking a Regional Sales Associate (RSA) to work from the Vancouver or Toronto area. The RSA serves as the initial phase in our sales training program, aimed at developing proficient sales representatives for the Canadian market. In this role, you will acquire knowledge of Musco's systems and sales strategy, while actively engaging in sales initiatives, and client interactions, and contributing to project tasks. This practical experience is structured to prepare you for a successful transition to a Sales Representative role.If you are solutions-focused, passionate about building relationships and developing your sales career, we look forward to hearing from you! What you will do as a Regional Sales Associate (RSA) Engage in a structured learning program to understand the market dynamics, Musco's products, and sales strategyParticipate in customer meetings and internal training sessions to learn the process of qualifying projects and understanding customer needsConduct outreach initiatives, such as cold calling and networking, under guidance to develop communication and sales skillsAssist in developing educational strategies for various customer segments to gain insights into effective customer engagementLearn to effectively present and advocate for Musco's products and services by shadowing experienced sales personnelCollaborate with the internal team to support customer needs and contribute to team initiatives, gaining an understanding of the sales support processEngage in market research activities to understand the factors influencing sales and product success in the marketSupport Sales Management in strategic planning and operational tasks to gain perspectives on sales managementParticipate in tradeshows and conferences, assisting in promotional activities and market engagement under supervisionPrepare for progression to a Sales Representative role by adopting and practicing effective sales strategies and customer engagement techniquesPosition Evolution:The RSA is a dynamic training position that leads to a Sales Representative role, where the individual will take on strategic sales responsibilities, manage customer relationships, and contribute significantly to the territory's sales goals. The timing of this transition will be based on the individual's progress and readiness as assessed by the management team.What you need to be successfulMust be a Canadian citizen or have permanent residency in CanadaWilling to attend in-person training for an extended amount of time. Training will be held at our Corporate Headquarters located in Oskaloosa, Iowa (United States)College degree in Sports Management, Sales, Entrepreneurship, Business or a related field1-3 years of previous work experience preferred, entry-level college graduate will be consideredPassion for selling and building trusting relationships with our customersStrong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present in front of groupsProven organizational and time-management skills, ability to manage the workload as it relates to customer visits, project deadlines and internal communicationsSelf-disciplined and able to work independently to achieve resultsTenacious, able to persevere through sales challenges and setbacksStrong technical aptitude, ability to understand and present Musco products and servicesPersonally motivated to learn and developAbility to travel 50% Who is Musco?Musco is the global leader in sports and large-area lighting solutions. We believe work should be fun – at Musco, you are part of world-class projects ranging from the London Stadium to the New Orleans Saints Mercedes-Benz Superdome to Iowa State University’s Hilton Coliseum, to major transportation hubs, to your local Little League stadium to our In Mini-Pitch System™ Solution. Our Team-first culture enables us to envision, create, refine, and guarantee the best lighting systems. We are forward-thinking, always striving to create the next generation of technology. A privately held company since 1976, our supportive and caring culture is based on relationships and creating value. The Des Moines Register named Musco an Iowa Top Workplaces recipient. Read more here.Together “We Make It Happen” – we invite you to apply at musco.com/careers. What does Musco offer?At Musco, we offer opportunities for meaningful work at a company you can be proud of. That includes supporting learning through on-the-job experiences and options to develop and grow through different roles within your organization. We value our Team Members and support a work-life balance with flexibility for you to volunteer in your community, attend family activities, or simply have time to do the things you enjoy.In addition, we offer:Health insuranceGenerous paid time off benefitsProfit sharing – calculated on profitability4%  match for retirement investment – immediately vested100% paid Team Member premiums for life insurance and long-term disability insurance