Heart of MO-RPDC Migrant Recruiter/Advocate
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Human Resources
Posted on May 15, 2024
Hiring Department
Heart of MO-Regional Professional Development Center
Job Description
The purpose of the Migrant Recruiter/Advocate consultant is to support high quality, comprehensive, and collaborative educational programs for migrant children and youth. The individual selected for this position must live and work in the assigned Northwest MO Region serving the counties of Adair, Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Caldwell, Carroll, Cass, Chariton, Clay, Clinton, Daviess, DeKalb, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Holt, Jackson, Linn, Livingston, Macon, Mercer, Nodaway, Platte, Putnam, Randolph, Ray, Schuyler, Sullivan, Worth, and others as needed or assigned.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
The expected outcome for this effort is to identify and address barriers so that migrant students fully benefit from the same free public education provided to other students, and to ensure that migrant students may meet the challenging Missouri academic content and achievement standards at the same levels as their peers.
SPECIALIZED EDUCATION
Migrant Recruiter/Advocate will have the following education:
o College degree in a social service area, OR high school diploma and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
SPECIALIZED SKILLS
Migrant Recruiter/Advocate will have the following skills:
o Bilingual (Spanish, French, Karen, Swahili preferred).
o Ability to work independently, including extensive travel throughout the state.
o Ability to complete and maintain documentation integral to the position.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
Migrant Recruiter/Advocate will have the following knowledge and/or experience:
o Familiarity working with migrant, immigrant, and refugee populations.
OVERALL PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
Migrant Recruiter/Advocate will:
o Follow up on parent surveys.
o Conduct continuous identification and recruitment (ID&R) in region.
o Distribute materials (learning kits, out of school youth (OSY) bags, etc.).
o Conduct OSY mini lessons.
o Provide support and advocacy services.
o Connect students to existing services.
o Organize and investigate H2A orders.
o Clerical duties, as necessary to ensure efficient program documentation.
PLANNING/COMMUNICATION/COLLABORATION ACTIVITIES
o Liaise with English Learner (EL) Instructional Specialist and school districts.
o Liaise with community partners.
MEETING/CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES
o Assist with parent engagement activities and parent advisory council (PAC) meetings.
REQUIRED TRAVEL
o The Migrant Recruiter/Advocate is expected to travel up to 75% of the time statewide as needed. The Migrant Recruiter/Advocate must be have a valid MO drivers license.
Shift
Monday - Friday
40 hours per week, 12 month appointment
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Some evenings and weekends may be necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $44,262 - $51,000, grant funded
Grade: GGS-009
University Title: Instructional Designer II
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
All applicants MUST include a cover letter specific to this position, current resume, and a list of references.
Application Deadline
Application Deadline: June 30, 2024
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
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