Fulton-Montgomery Community College is looking for a full-time STEP Specialist. This grant-funded position requires a candidate who is
passionate, engaging, and self-directed. The grant is sponsored by the NYS Education Department to prepare talented underrepresented middle
and high school students to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), licensed professionsand health-related
professions.
The STEP Specialist determines recruits and onboards students, assesses their educational, career, financial and
personal needs, monitors and records individual student progress, coordinates and conducts program workshops and activities, counsels STEP
students and parents, and advocates for the STEP Program on campus and in the community.
Salary: $45,996 (39-week contract) – Additional compensation opportunities available during summer
months. Excellent health insurance, benefits, and generous paid time off.
Minimum qualifications include:
- Master’s Degree required in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, licensed profession, Psychology, Student Development,
Education, Counseling, Social Sciences or related field. - Three years related full-time paid work experience preferred with
secondary school students. - Knowledge and experience with student development and college preparation, culturally diverse learning
styles and strategies, career planning experience preferred. - Strong oral/written communication and interpersonal skills and
addition to detail. - Must be able to work occasional Saturdays and evenings.
Interested applicants should
provide a cover letter and a resume to stepspecialist@fmcc.edu.
FMCC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran, or disability status. The Civil
Rights Compliance Coordinators have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and
can be contacted at: Human Resources, 2805 State Hwy 67, Johnstown N.Y. 12095 Tel: 518-736-3622 Ext. 8404.