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EmployerAlcorn State University
Location Lorman, MS US
PostedAugust 14, 2025

Job Details

Coordinator, Talent Search 61 North














































Job Title Coordinator, Talent Search 61 North
FLSA Status Salaried Non Exempt
Posted Salary Range Commensurate with experience.
Employment Status Full Time
Department School of Education & Psychology
Job Summary
Provide specialized training in providing wrap-around services for
students from first generation, low-income, and disability backgrounds
in the following categories: secondary school persistence, financial
education, career and leadership development, academic success
strategies, post-secondary school preparation, connection, and
community support.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to creatively motivate, empower and recognize students;

  • Visual, auditory, and ambulatory ability;

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

  • Conflict management skills;

  • Strong organizational skills;

  • Empathetic;

  • Positive relationship builder;

  • Ability to track, report and analyze data;

  • Assist with input of student and staff data for reporting requirements;

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Email and other databases.


Essential Job Functions

  • Recruit participants

  • Coordinate services and activities

  • Facilitate workshops and coach participants to persist, graduate and enroll in post-secondary education programs.

  • Construct tutoring schedules

  • Establish and maintain positive and cooperative relationships with target school staff, participants and the general public.


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/disadvantages
students while increasing persistence, retention and graduation rates, as
well as, promoting career exploration and financial education.

Licensing and Certifications
License or professional credentials in relevant discipline (if applicable).




Physical Requirements

 






































Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas No
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds Occasionally
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds Occasionally
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds Occasionally
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds Not Required
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds Not Required
Travel Occasionally
Extended Work Hours Occasionally



Posting Detail Information

 










































Posting Number S1147
Number of Vacancies 1
Location Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)  
Open Date 08/12/2025
Close Date  
Open Until Filled No
EEO Statement

Alcorn State University


Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.


Advertising Summary Excellent Benefits Package





 



Applicant Documents


Required Documents

  1. Resume

  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

  3. Unofficial Transcripts

  4. Letter of Recommendation (Professional)

  5. Letter of Recommendation (Personal)

  6. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)


Optional Documents

Job #618496

Learn more at https://jobopps.alcorn.edu/postings/7702

Contact:
1000 ASU Drive # 390
Lorman, MS US