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SUA 1 Rock Life Coordinator - Temporary

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Please provide three professional references in your submitted materials.

Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number N01179

Classification Title State University Administrator 1

Working Title SUA 1 Rock Life Coordinator - Temporary

Employee Group Professional

Bargaining Unit SCUPA

Location Main Campus

Department Disability Services

Pay Rate $47,453

Employment Type Temporary FT

Work Schedule

Monday- Friday 8 – 4:30; some evenings and weekends required

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

The Rock Life program is designed for students with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities who may not otherwise qualify for a post-secondary program; This position is a 3-year, full time, grant funded role.

Programming-

•Assist in the creation and facilitation of Rock Life program initiatives and events within the framework of the program

pillars. (academic, social, vocational, and wellness)

•Ensure coaches are planning programs that are in line with our pillars and that meet the needs of the students in the

program; assess attendance, topics, and offer support to the coaches

•Establish learning objectives/outcomes for each program.

•Collaborate with campus partners and their area(s) of work to bolster student experience (student health, counseling,

dean of student areas, academics, etc.)

Coaches-

•Conduct oversight and guidance for the Peer Coaches and ensure that they adhere to position expectations; monitor their

hours with the students and the work they are completing.

•Assist in the hiring, training, and onboarding of Peer Coaches.

•Ensure coaches have the materials, funds, and support needed to facilitate their planned semester events; assist with

creation of events and manage the budget to order supplies for the coaches

•Conduct midterm, or as needed meetings to review student progress/coach needs.

Students-

•Assist in daily oversight of the overall Rock Life program.

•Collaborate with students and parents to establish semester and program specific goals.

•Collaborate with faculty, students, and parents to create individual learning plans. (eg. Student course expectations,

testing, projects, etc.)

•Conduct weekly, bi-weekly, or as needed for check-in meetings with Rock Life students and/or parents.

•Coordinate vocational site placements and collaborate with site supervisors to establish goals for experience.

•Expansion of vocational placements to off campus sites within the community.

•Assist with semester course scheduling.

•Development of a capstone component for the students in the program.

•Guide students to the end of their experience with the capstone project.

•Assist with completion of end-of-semester reporting requirements.

Onboarding/Training/Presentations-

•Help the Assistant Director with program recruitment, interviews, and admissions.

•Monitor the website and materials for needed updates and changes.

•Assist with program orientation, summer welcome events, peer coaching and other training as needed.

•Conduct campus visits, presentations, and tours for new and prospective Rock Life students, school districts, and transition counselors.

•Represent the division of Student Affairs and the Dean of Students office at various events, as needed.

•Other duties as assigned and as needed for the development of the program.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors in Special Education; Psychology; Social Work; or related field.

2 years’ experience working with individuals with disabilities in any setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters in Student Affairs, Special Education, or related field.

Full understanding of the ADA and inclusive education for students in higher education with intellectual disabilities.

Experience in a higher education setting, working directly with students in any capacity.

Experience handling sensitive information and confidentiality.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 11/11/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Chief Human Resource Officer

008 Old Main Building

104 Maltby Avenue

Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057

724.738.2016

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Please provide three professional references in your submitted materials.

Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance prior to appointment.