Admissions Counselor I

Kentucky Community and Technical College System • Elizabethtown, KY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

ECTC is seeking an Admissions Counselor I for the TRIO Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) program at ECTC. The UBMS program seeks to assist first generation low-income high school students in preparing for college and careers in STEM. Serving students from the following high schools: North Hardin, Nelson Co., Thomas-Nelson, LaRue Co., and Washington Co. The Admissions Counselor I will provide student services to participants and assist the UBMS Program Director with meeting the grant objectives. The Admissions Counselor I will report to the UBMS Program Director. This is a five (5) year grant program eligible for renewal in 2027.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (education, leadership, math, science) and 1 year of experience, or equivalent.
• A driver’s license is required to lead outreach events in the community.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work effectively on a team.
• Ability to foster relationships with all stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical or problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and people skills.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the facilitation, curriculum development, and implementation of all aspects of the UBMS grant, such as Summer Academy.
• Plan and provide direct student services and workshops to program participants to meet the student’s educational, social, emotional, and cultural development needs.
• Assist with the recruitment of program participants, open houses, and parent engagement.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain student database, transcripts, report cards, test scores, and contact logs to assist the director in grant reporting.
• Creates student files for case management and develops IAPs in conjunction with the director, students, parents, and high school personnel.
• Foster internal and external relationships with faculty, staff, administrator, and students with the college, affiliated high schools, and community partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level