ACCESS Recruitment and Retention Coordinator at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: ACCESS Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Location: Wolfson Campus Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 1008939 Job Details Job FamilyADMIN - Professional Exempt Non-Contractual (PENC)Grade14Salary$55,636 - $69,545DepartmentACCESS - STAR AcademyReports ToDirectorClosing DateFebruary 11, 2026FLSA StatusExempt - Not Eligible for Overtime CompensationFirst Review DateNovember 26, 2025Position Overview The ACCESS Recruitment and Retention Coordinator provides comprehensive and holistic services from recruitment through degree completion for students with disabilities. The position works collaboratively with various departments and external organizations to promote and ensure the recruitment, retention, and success of students with disabilities. The position will advocate for disability inclusion, ensure compliance with relevant laws, and support individuals with disabilities throughout their academic and career paths.This is a temporary grant funded position through June 30 year 2026 contingent upon grantor funding and grant extensions.This grant position will be eligible for participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) after 6 consecutive months of continuous employment.What you will be doing Develops and implements strategies to attract individuals with disabilities for student enrollment and employment opportunitiesWorks with New Student Center to arrange High School (HS) visits and campus toursConnects with MDCPS Transition Specialists to help transition students with disabilities from High SchoolsWorks with Transition Specialists and Vocational Rehabilitation to identify potential students and streamline college transitionConducts proactive outreach campaigns to promote equitable student support interventions; engages with withdrawing students to enhance retention efforts and contribute to the development of effective retention strategiesAssists students with academic planning and developing balanced schedules; ensures students are adhering to their academic plansHelps connect students to opportunities and on campus events and organizations to create a sense of belongingHelps connect students with opportunities for skill building on and off campus; connects students with appropriate resources and support services as neededUses technology to implement a caseload management approach for assigned students by developing systematic, intentional, and proactive communication strategiesProvides individualized, holistic support by evaluating students' strengths and areas for growth in academics, career development, and personal well-being, while identifying strategies to promote academic success Empowers students with resources to navigate academic and personal challenges; supports them in exploring alternative pathways based on evolving goals, academic progress, orpersonal circumstancesManages and analyzes caseload data to support student goal attainment, monitor academic progress; generates written reports regarding their caseload progress as requested Collects and reports recruitment and retention data to DirectorAssists with ACCESS intake & coordinating accommodations and leveraging AI accessibility tools for students with disabilitiesTrains students to utilize College technology needed to support their academic success and attain academic self-sufficiency in College transactionsLiaises with faculty and conducts trainings as needed to promote the application of universal design and disability awarenessSupports campus and college wide initiativesPerforms other duties as assignedWhat you need to succeed Master’s degree in Education or Psychology or related field with one (1) year of experience working in Higher Education or working with students with disabilities; Bachelor’s degree in Education or Psychology or related field with five (5) years of experience working in Higher Education or working with students with disabilitiesMDC Advisor training and Coaching certification must be successfully completed within the first 90 days of employmentKnowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and proceduresDemonstrated proficiency of Microsoft office software, student information systems, caseload management software and other office productivity software needed to effectively complete job dutiesKnowledge and understanding of training and education principlesKnowledge of ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and universal design standards Understanding of AI accessibility tools, AI learning platforms and their accessibility featuresAbility to align communication materials to ADA and Section 508 standardsPossess strong customer service and public relation skillsPossess excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills (verbal and written)Knowledge of student engagement and active learning strategiesAbility to maintain confidentiality of records and informationAbility to travel between campuses, between buildings and to off-campus sitesAbility to work a flexible schedule to include evening and weekend assignmentsAbility to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty and staffAdditional Requirements The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.