Migrant Recruiter- Clinton and Franklin Counties

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Migrant Recruiter- Clinton and Franklin Counties

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Professional

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Department:

NYS ID&R

Locations:

Potsdam, NY

Posted:

May 10, 2023

Type:

Full-time

Position ID:

162272

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Job Description:

The NYS Migrant Identification/ Recruitment Program at the Research Foundation for SUNY at Oneonta invites applications for the position of Migrant Recruiter

This position is employed through the Research Foundation, Not SUNY Oneonta.

The NYS Migrant Identification/ Recruitment Program identifies and recruits migrant children (0-22 years) throughout the state for educational and support service programs offered by the New York State Migrant Education Department. To learn more about the Research Foundation or the Department, please visit https://www.rfsuny.org

or www.nysmigrant.org

This position will conduct a year-round census in-person in Clinton and Franklin counties. The candidate will work with school districts, migrant programs, community agencies, and agribusiness partners within these counties.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Conduct timely identification and recruitment of migrant children and youth within a designated geographic area.

Complete the electronic Certificate of Eligibility to document student eligibility.

Collaborate with regional instructional sites to facilitate the sharing of information in regard to student needs.

Deliver summer services to newly-identified Out-of-School Youth.

Develop positive collaborative relationships with school districts, community agencies, agribusiness partners, and other appropriate entities with the goal of establishing an effective recruitment network.

Assist in promoting community understanding of the Migrant Education Program.

Participate in professional development, team meetings, and organizational events as directed.

Occasional overnight/multi-day travel within state to conduct recruitment activities.

Salary:

$37,050-40,000 commensurate with experience. The position provides mileage expense reimbursement and an excellent benefits package. Information on the Research Foundation's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at: https://www.rfsuny.org/media/RFSUNY/Documents/HR/benefits_bulletin_active.pdf

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

Bilingual Spanish/English

Valid driver's license, working vehicle, and proper insurance

Candidate must live within the recruitment area advertised (Franklin or Clinton counties)

Ability and willingness to work nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working with migrant populations

Proficiency in conversational Spanish

Experience working with and serving diverse populations.

Additional Information:

Interviews will be conducted in Potsdam, NY. Candidates will be subject to background checks.

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy-related conditions, reproductive health decisions, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, familial status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, prior arrest or conviction record, genetic characteristics/genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, military status or service, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state or local law.

Application Instructions:

To apply online go to:

http://spo.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=161735

and select the Apply button listed at the bottom of that page. Please upload a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references.

Company info

Suny College At Oneonta
Website : http://www.oneonta.edu