Greenville Technical College-posted 11 months ago
$38,985 - $55,559/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Greenville, SC
Educational Services

In this challenging role, you will be supporting the AD&ST- Administration&Student department at Greenville Technical College. Duties may include any or all of the following. Work to ensure students participating in the African American Male Scholars Initiative (AAMSI) reach their academic goals each semester by maintaining good academic standing, persisting from term to term, and graduating with a certificate, diploma, or associate degree. Assess participants' academic and career goals and advise them on appropriate course selections; assist participants in completing the FAFSA, registering for classes, and transfer applications; monitor participants' academic performance via Starfish; utilize Civitas to monitor students' persistence predictions weekly; and develop appropriate intervention strategies to solve problems as needed. Coordinate program activities including, but not limited to: workshops, four-year college tours; FAFSA Day, cultural activities, mentoring and the End of the Year Awards Ceremony; drive students on the four-year college tours and other trips. Maintain accurate recordkeeping and documentation of students' participating in program activities; conduct evaluations of all activities, interpret the results, and make changes (if necessary) to improve the program activities; ensure the confidentially of students' records. Connect participants with college and community resources as needed to improve their chances of academic and personal success; Conduct New Participant Orientations (NPO's); introduce the new participants to the program and explain its purpose; ensure the proper documentation and paperwork are completed accurately and promptly. Other duties as assigned.

  • Support students in the African American Male Scholars Initiative (AAMSI) to reach academic goals.
  • Assess participants' academic and career goals and advise on course selections.
  • Assist participants with FAFSA, class registration, and transfer applications.
  • Monitor academic performance via Starfish and utilize Civitas for persistence predictions.
  • Develop intervention strategies to address academic issues.
  • Coordinate program activities such as workshops, college tours, and cultural events.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation of program activities.
  • Conduct evaluations of program activities and implement improvements.
  • Connect participants with college and community resources.
  • Conduct New Participant Orientations (NPO's) and ensure proper documentation.
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Experience in student services programs.
  • Master's degree in Student Personnel Services, Education, Counseling, Social Work, or similar field.
  • At least one year of experience working with low income, first generation, and/or disadvantaged individuals.
  • At least one year of experience motivating and mentoring individuals to achieve goals.
  • General knowledge of academic advising and college transfer policies.
  • Ability to interpret and explain college catalogs and transcripts.
  • Strong communication skills with students, faculty, and staff.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Outgoing, enthusiastic, innovative, and proactive in customer service.
  • Good public speaking skills.
  • 2+ years of higher education student services experience.
  • Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
  • Encouragement for minorities, females, disabled, and veterans to apply.
  • Tobacco-free institution.
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