McNair Coordinator​/Program Assistant

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McNair Coordinator/Program Assistant Department: 2820|Special Services Responsibilities

The McNair Coordinator/Program Assistant position is housed within the Department of Special Services and reports directly to the McNair Project Director. The Coordinator/Program Assistant supports the implementation of program activities and services designed to prepare eligible students for doctoral study through undergraduate research involvement and scholarly experiences. Key responsibilities include coordinating program operations, providing academic and graduate school advising, providing support with undergraduate research conference placements, organizing workshops and events, and ensuring compliance with federal grant requirements.

The Coordinator/Program Assistant also assists with budget management, purchasing processes, and financial recordkeeping to ensure fiscal accountability and alignment with institutional and grant guidelines.

• Work with the Project Director and other assigned staff to serve eligible McNair scholars
• Coordinate day-to-day program operations and activities
• Help update folders to document student performance and services delivered
• Assist the Project Director in organizing and implementing programming services to McNair scholars
• Help coordinate special programming and events that serve the best interests of McNair scholars
• Plan, organize, and implement program workshops, seminars, and events
• Assist students with resolving any financial aid, readmission, and all academic difficulties
• Assist McNair scholars with financial literacy education, financial aid planning, and strategies for managing educational expenses
• Guide students in developing grant‑writing skills and assist with applications for undergraduate research funding
• Able to coordinate and attend special programming and after‑hours activities to meet the needs of McNair scholars
• Support data collection, reporting, and compliance with federal grant requirements
• Assist with budget management, purchasing processes, and financial recordkeeping
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with students, faculty, staff, and external partners
• Contribute to the overall success and continuous improvement of the McNair Scholars Program

• Master's degree required
• Knowledge and experience identifying and addressing the unique challenges faced by first‑generation, low‑income participants that may undermine their undergraduate research participation, academic retention, and graduation
• Two years of experience in higher education and assisting college students enrolled in rigorous majors

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain detailed records

• Experience with TRIO Programs or federally funded educational opportunity initiatives
• Experience in budget management, event coordination, and program assessment
• Grant writing or student research support experience
• Project management and budget planning experience preferred

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4409)