College Readiness Coordinator

The College Readiness Consortium (CRC) was created at the University of Minnesota (UMN) with the stated purpose to engage with K-12 educators, youth workers and UMN programs to increase the number and diversity of students who graduate from high school ready for success in college and careers.

College and career readiness involves preparing all P-12 students to understand the importance of postsecondary education for their future, explore career fields and related preparation requirements, know the range of postsecondary options, and develop needed financial, social, and emotional skills. This process engages students more fully in middle and high school as they see the connection to their future, and increases the likelihood of earning a postsecondary degree or certificate.

Located within UMN's Office of Undergraduate Education (OUE), the CRC also strives to promote the pillars of academic excellence identified in the System Enrollment Management (SEM) Report:

• Access - ensuring access to education, opportunities, support and resources
• Affordability - balancing costs of college with a mindfulness toward student indebtedness
• Diversity - Being attentive to race, ethnicity, first-generation and low income students characteristics while closing opportunity gaps
• Gaps - Highlighting approaches to national and international recruitment, along with our service to the state of Minnesota
• Student Success - Centering student outcomes and goals in our efforts

Job Duties

Collaborate with Admissions and other UMN departments (30%)

• Design and implement a middle school tours program.
• Design UMN-positive messaging about visiting campus and applying as a student.

Co-facilitate the Pre-College Network (20%)

• Team with the five campus liaisons to create quality programming.
• Coordinate the calendar, including required Safety of Minors training and other optional learning opportunities.
• Communicate with members.

Promote UMN programs to the public (20%)

• Manage social media messaging supportive of the vast array of youth programs on UMN campuses.
• Attend professional conferences to market youth programs.
• Travel to communities as needed.

Support Ramp-Up to Readiness (20%)

• Edit or create future curricula as directed.
• Monitor current curricula.
• Support the program as needed.

Actively Engage with OUE (10%)

• Learn about OUE, its roles, and its team members.
• Strive to support OUE's priorities.
• Team with OUE when feasible.
• Create high quality content and maintain CRC websites.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of full-time professional work experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of full-time professional work experience
• Experience with racially, ethnic, and economically diverse populations
• Experience leading adult learning
• Knowledge of educational attainment issues
• Desire to work in partnership
• Commitment to advancing college readiness and equity
• Strong learning orientation
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Exceptional skills in analytical thinking, decision-making and judgment
• Proficiency with technology tools
• Limited travel as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• M.A. or Ph.D. in related fields
• Program evaluation and assessment experience
• Understanding of UMN youth programs
• Proficiency in managing social media platforms
• Experience in primary and secondary schools

Pay Range: $60,000 - $70,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

A resume and cover letter are required for consideration. Applications will be accepted through May 11, 2025.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).