TRIO- Educational Talent Search Advisor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

This position is responsible for providing services to middle and high school students that promote college preparedness and completion. The position requires the ability to conduct seminars related to academic survival skills, aiding students and parents in the completion of the FAFSA, career planning, and selection of courses during the academic year. The successful candidate will also be responsible for working with students during an academic summer program. The position will require self-motivation and initiative in planning college tours and job shadowing opportunities. The educational advisor will be responsible for working with program participants, coordinating program services and will strive to engage students at all levels in ETS activities. The educational advisor will serve as the target school’s daily point of contact to ensure student and program goals are met.

Essential Functions :

• Implement the plan to provide services that address the goals and objectives of the program;
• Review student progress;
• Communicate with school counselors and teachers regarding student progress / concerns;
• Work with students on developing academic plans;
• Assist students with scholarship identification and application;
• Review academic and college plans and goals with students;
• Manage documentation on eligibility, services provided and ensure that all student files are current and all necessary paperwork is completed.
• Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples listed represent all duties performed.

Minimum Education and Experience :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Supervisory Responsibility :

No

Physical Requirements :

Working Conditions and Environment :

EOE Statement

Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.