Engagement Coordinator at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida

Job Description:

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Engagement Coordinator - Boca Raton, FL.

Access Technology (https://www.fau.edu/president/blog/access-tech-grant/) is a five-year initiative awarded to FAU by the U.S. Department of Education. The program is dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities by providing training for careers in technology. *** Updated Description ***

Summary of Responsibilities:

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  Review documents and determine eligibility of potential participants (individuals with disabilities from diverse backgrounds).

  
  


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  Conduct interviews with candidates.

  
  


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  Attend recruitment events, conferences, and meetings with public and private stakeholders.

  
  


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  Implement a personalized support system addressing diverse participant needs.

  
  


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  Monitor participant progress throughout the project period.

  
  


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  Identify early warning signs of potential dropout and proactively address issues.

  
  


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  Organize and attend team meetings.

  
  


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  Utilize the Team project site to facilitate connections among team members.

  
  


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  Track project progress and ensure timely completion of tasks.

  
  


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  Work closely with the project's Principal Investigator.

  
  


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  Liaise with other team members and stakeholders as needed.

  
  


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  Support the development and ongoing maintenance of the project website.

  
  


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  Ensure website content is up-to-date, accessible, and aligned with project goals.

  
  


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  Collaborate with IT team to implement necessary updates and improvements.

  
  

The College of Education at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves.

FAU Benefits and Perks:

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

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  Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

  
  

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  State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

  
  

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  State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program -
  https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

  
  

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  Flexible work arrangement plans -
  https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php

  
  

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  Sick Leave Pool Program

  
  

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  Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion).

  
  

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  Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day -
  https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf

  
  

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  Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

  
  

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at
https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, or related area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.




Preferred Qualifications/Skills:


Master's degree preferred.


Three to five years of experience in participant recruitment, screening, and support for individuals with disabilities.


Demonstrated ability in project management: project coordination, progress tracking, and team collaboration. Proficiency in project management tools and conducting interviews.


Familiarity with website management; web editing skills and understanding of web accessibility standards (Manage and update content).


Ability to organize events, meetings, and implement personalized support systems.


Professional, organized and maintains confidentiality, as well as maintaining database of candidates' records.


Experience with gathering and tracking data.


Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.


Recruiting and interviewing skills.


Comfortable utilizing phone (voice conversations), Zoom, MS Teams, email and In-Person contact.


Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.


Empathy and patience when working with individuals with disabilities from diverse populations.


Analytical skills for document review and eligibility determination.


Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).
Salary:$60,000 - $75,000 per year.
College or Department:COE: Counselor Education - ACCESS
Location:Boca Raton
Work Days and Hours:Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Application Deadline: 2025-01-02
Special Instructions to Applicant: APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume


OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.


REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.


As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities. Apply Now