Academic Support Specialist - STEM Student Engagement Coordinator - #0079322

University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo - Honolulu, HI

Full-time - Mid Level

Honolulu, HI

About the position

The Academic Support Specialist - STEM Student Engagement Coordinator at the University of Hawai'i is responsible for managing the STEM Center and overseeing the STEM Peer Mentoring program. This role focuses on enhancing student engagement, particularly among Native Hawaiian students and under-represented minorities, by providing resources, organizing events, and fostering collaboration between students and faculty. The position requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to supporting diverse student populations in their academic and career pathways.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the STEM Peer Mentoring program and STEM Center at Kapi‘olani Community College.
• Recruit and supervise peer mentors and student monitors in consultation with STEM faculty; oversee their hiring and SECE management.
• Manage and budget all expenditures related to the STEM center and student employment.
• Focus on engaging all qualified students, emphasizing Native Hawaiian students and under-represented minorities.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of past and active STEM students and report annually on the utilization of STEM peer mentors and the Center.
• Collaborate with other tutoring center coordinators for STEM mentor training and best practices implementation.
• Implement STEM events in the center and participate in campus recruitment and retention events.
• Establish and maintain rapport with students, faculty, and University stakeholders.
• Lead the creation and dissemination of STEM materials, including degree pathways and career information.
• Advise STEM students in academic and career pathways in collaboration with academic counselors and faculty.
• Maintain and oversee the STEM student research publication and social media.
• Support the organization and implementation of the bi-annual Student Undergraduate Research Fair.
• May work evenings and weekends as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in a relevant field and three years of progressively responsible professional experience in managing learning centers.
• Considerable working knowledge of principles and practices in managing learning centers.
• Ability to resolve complex problems using creative reasoning and logic.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information clearly in writing and verbally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups.
• Strong computer skills with commonly used software programs such as Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and Adobe.

Nice-to-haves

• Possession of a Master's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of Native Hawaiian or indigenous cultures and issues.
• Experience working with Native Hawaiian students at the post-secondary level.
• Familiarity with Kapi'olani STEM Associate degree requirements.
• Experience with marketing outreach and tools like Canva.
• Experience supervising peer mentors and managing learning centers in higher education.
• Professional experience in organizing events and workshops.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling