The Financial Aid and College Entrance (FACE) Coordinator will serve as a resource and guide for 9-12 grade Farmington Municipal School (FMS) students preparing for postsecondary education. The FACE program seeks to inspire and empower FMS students to achieve their postsecondary goals by encouraging students to pursue college, assisting with the college application process, and by providing the tools, knowledge and access to financial resources essential for success.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Managing the FACE Your Future Center

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with school staff and administration, including principals, teachers, and other service providers
Collaborate with fellow FACE Coordinator and counselors at the schools
Serve as a financial aid, scholarship, and postsecondary advisor to students and parents
Develop, coordinate, and deliver workshops on topics including ACT/SAT preparation, financial literacy, life skills, career and education planning, etc.
Conduct presentations at various outreach events including college fairs, plan, coordinate and conduct summer activities, Saturday, and evening workshops
Conduct one-on-one and small group advising sessions with students
Assist with the implementation and coordination of the Next Step Plan for the Senior Class
Assist and refer interested parties in attaining GED’s
Plan and/or coordinate in-school college representative visits and campus visit
Raise student awareness and participation in the Kick Start Scholarship program
Collect and report accurate data on services provided, maintain accurate student data

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Some scheduled evening and weekend work is required
Other duties as assigned
Follow district and school procedures
Must have strong oral and written communication skills and be comfortable with public speaking
Must possess strong organization skills, be detail oriented, accurate and timely with assigned tasks
Must demonstrate the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, work both independently and within a team, facilitate effective collaboration, and resolve conflict
Must be proficient with technology including database, various software programs, internet tools, and communication tools
Must possess a sense of humor, tolerance for change, and a demonstrated ability to create a positive culture and sense of empowerment for students/families
Must have access to reliable transportation to travel to off-site meetings and professional development opportunities
Accept other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the principal

Qualifications: Masters in school counseling. Must be able to be certified counselor by the NMPED. 3 years of related experience preferred. Knowledge of higher education financing, student financial aid, and/or postsecondary education entrance processes is strongly desired. Experience working with disadvantaged youth is preferred. Bilingual in Spanish or Navajo is an advantage. Must have passion for helping students succeed.Physical Requirements: Ability to perform the job and access the environment for which you are hired. The following may be required: Varied sitting, standing, bending, walking. Ability to lift up to 50lbs related equipment/office supplies/associated materials.
Equipment/Technology Handled: Computer, phone, and copy machine skills.Work Environment: Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. After hour work may be required.Terms of Employment: Salary and work calendar established yearly by school board. All candidates are subject to a Criminal Background Investigation prior to any offer of employment.

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