The Science Bound program at Iowa State University (ISU) is seeking a Student Program Assistant. Science Bound is Iowa State’s premier program for increasing the number of youth from racial and ethnic groups who are underrepresented in science and technology fields who pursue careers in theseareas. The program currently serves more than 430 students and their families in three Iowa school districts, as well as more than 150 students on the Iowa State campus.

The person in this position will help with the delivery of a comprehensive secondary and university program for students from ethnically and racially diverse backgrounds. This individual will be responsible for coordinating with ISU Science Bound staff and teachers to deliver culturally-responsive and relevant after school programs, summer programs, leadership programs and retreats, with an emphasis on issues as they relate to our bilingual program offerings. The Student Program Assistant will help advise students at ISU in ways that support student transition and retention in STEM.

Additionally, the incumbent will work with Science Bound staff to host the summer program AgDiscovery. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to: simple budget creation, program planning, three-weeks of non-traditional hours over the summer, and close collaboration with the USDA and the ezFed grant system.

The successful candidate will possess a strong commitment to the philosophy and practice of asset-based and culturally relevant pedagogy; strong bilingual oral and written communication skills (Spanish and English); excellent interpersonal skills for working collaboratively with diverse students, families, faculty and staff; and demonstrated administrative and time management skills.

Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. More than 36,000 students are enrolled and are served by over 6,200 faculty and staff.

Iowa State University is a global and culturally diverse university committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment for both learning and employment. We know that diversity in experience and perspective is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and building an inclusive academic community. At Iowa State, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituents. The university has an expectation that all employees will demonstrate a contribution to diversity and inclusion as embodied in Iowa State University’s Principles of Community .

Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted one of the best college towns in the nation.

Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented populations, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution.

All employees are expected to exhibit and convey good citizenship within the program, the department, college, university activities, collegial interactions, and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.

Bachelor’s degree and related experience; OR a combination of education and/or related experience totaling more than 4 years unless otherwise specified under supplemental required education and experience. Experience must be at a comparable level and directly related to the duties of this position.

B.S. degree

Bilingual – Spanish/English

Experience with informal pre-college educational programs serving youth of color pursuing STEM degrees.

Demonstrated experience developing programs for Latinx students, primarily first generation college.

Demonstrated knowledge of Latinx culture, family structure, immigration issues and higher education.

Experience that demonstrates connecting families to community resources, office systems management, and student worker training and management.

This position will visit sites in Denison, Marshalltown and Des Moines, Iowa to support students.

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Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email [email protected] .

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