This Position is for a Learning Specialist Center for STEM Learning with a public university work location in University, MS.

Definition of Class

This position coordinates the SSSC within the Center for STEM Learning in the Jim and Thomas Duff Center for Science and Technology Innovation. The incumbent oversees the daily operations of the tutoring and supplemental instruction services offered within the building.

The Center for STEM Learning at the University of Mississippi invites applications for the position of Coordinator of the STEM Student Success Center (SSSC). This 12-month full-time staff position carries administrative and leadership responsibilities.

Examples of Work Performed

Ensures that the SSSC is student-facing and fulfills the mission of the Center for STEM learning.

Manages designated spaces within the Duff Center to facilitate tutoring and supplemental instruction.

Coordinates tutoring from multiple STEM departments to ensure availability of tutoring services to students in the STEM Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction Center.

Partners with Supplemental Instruction Program manager to ensure availability of supplemental instruction services to students in the STEM Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction Center.

Manages student help desk within the SSSC to orient students and respond to questions about STEM learning.

Ensures adequacy of facilities in the SSSC.

Communicates with faculty in the Duff Center ensure effectiveness of services.

Collaborates with colleagues in STEM departments, Student Success, and Student Services to keep up to date with student programming.

Regularly assesses performance of the SSSC as required by the Director.

Performs similar or related duties as assigned

Essential Functions

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1.    Operates SSSC to serve student learning needs.  

2.    Coordinates tutoring from multiple STEM departments to ensure availability of tutoring services to students in the SSSC.

3.    Partners with Supplemental Instruction Program manager to ensure availability of supplemental instruction services to students in the SSSC.

4.    Coordinates with STEM faculty and STEM Learning Center staff to ensure effectiveness of SSSC services.

5.    Provides leadership and guidance to support staff in managing internal operations.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

AND

Experience:

One (1) year of experience related to the duties described above

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.