Student Access/Development/Engagement Programming Specialist II

Rochester Institute of Technology - Rochester, NY

Hiring: Student Access/Development/Engagement Programming Specialist II Company: Rochester Institute of Technology Location: Rochester, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 10:29:50 Employment Type: Hybrid About the job Experience: •3 years of relevant experience •Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered Required Skills: •Maintains day-to-day operations for assigned program area, to include student engagement activities and event management. Ensures operations and activities adhere to grant guidelines •Serves as a mentor and advocate to participants and provides individualized advising and counseling services. Encourages participation in tutoring, program workshops, and other resources to facilitate student success and retention in the program •Performs outreach and meets regularly with participants to discuss needs, monitor progress, and assist with the resolution of academic and/or personal challenges •Develops an action plan for each fiscal year. Allocates funds for program activities and monitors budget expenditures for program grants to ensure fiscal responsibility. Manages the timely submission of financial reporting •Fosters and develops relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Works collaboratively to develop and implement programs and resources focused on student retention and the elimination of achievement gaps •Represents the program on and off campus at professional activities and recruitment events. Oversees the internal and external marketing of the program through electronic and print communication, partnering with university communications staff to promote the visibility of the program Qualifications: •Knowledge of program management and event planning •Knowledge of student advising and coaching •Skill in managing and implementing student success programming •Skill in allocating and managing budgets •Demonstrated capacity to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks •Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively and engage with a wide range of personalities •Bachelor's degree in related field Compensation: •$62,355 - $64,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!