Advising Coordinator (TUC - TRIO)

California State University, Northridge•Northridge, CA

18h•$24

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of TRIO program, the Advising Coordinator will provide academic, career, and personal advisement to participants of the TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS) project to prepare participants for enrollment in a postsecondary institution. Assist in the identification and recruitment of project participations. Administer an assessment tool for participants, interpret results, develop an individualized Educational Plan (IEP) and monitor the academic performance and progress of each participant. Coordinate educational and cultural enrichment activities for participants.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university (preference in one of the behavior or social sciences, counseling, education, psychology, or a related field.)
Two years working with middle school, secondary, or postsecondary students.
Demonstrates sensitivity to the needs and characteristics of low income, first generation, disadvantaged, and minority students.
Knowledge of higher education institutions, general university policies, practices and opportunities for underrepresented students (i.e. low-income and first generation.
Demonstrated experience in planning and coordinating programs.
Experience working with secondary school personnel (i.e., counselors, teachers, and principals).
Ability to interpret academic records of students to male appropriate recommendations regarding student’s curriculum.
Experience in using office computer systems at a level appropriate to the job duties.
Experience in public speaking to large and small groups of parents and students.
Must have demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
Must be able to work independently and take initiative.
Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and characteristics of low income, first generation, disadvantaged, and minority participants.
Ability in developing and coordinating tutoring and counseling activities for both parents and students.
Operate standard office machines, computers, and software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience in administering assessments and interpreting results preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish) capabilities highly desired.
Experience in Federal TRIO or GEAR Up programs.
Knowledge of CSU/UC Freshman admission requirements
Ability to communicate in Spanish.
Experience in overcoming education barriers similar to those confronting project participants.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and provide academic, career and personal advisement to middle and high school participants in the Talent Search project and disseminate specific information on educational and career opportunities.
Assist in the identification, recruitment, screening, selection, and retention of eligible applicants for the project and coordinate reentry of Talent Search students into secondary or postsecondary school.
Assist in planning, coordination, and development of instructional curriculum and educational activities for project participants
Plan, coordinate, and implement college tours, cultural and/or career enrichment activities for project participants.
Develop and teach career development, life skills, study skills, financial aid, financial literacy, leadership, and college admission and preparation workshops.
Coordinate services to support participants academic success (i.e., tutoring services).
Advise project participants on financial aid, financial literacy, and college admission requirements.
Refer participants to appropriate community/social agencies for service.
Provide information on exams for collage entrance (i.e., PSAT, SAT, ACT) and assist with coordinating college entrance prep and test preparation (i.e. AP testing) courses.
Maintain close communication and strong working relationships with School personnel, parents, and students.
Work closely with Student Outreach and Recruitment (SOAR) and other departments on campus (i.e., Educational Opportunity Program, Upward Bound Programs, Student Support services, Admissions, Financial Aid, Housing, Career Services, and Academic Departments) to implement program services for project participants through college graduation.
Collect data to measure and review the project participants’ academic growth which includes participation and attendance in project activities and services, academic courses completed, high school standardized test scores and exit exams.
Assist in the recruitment, selection, training, monitoring, and evaluation of graduate/student assistant and tutors.
Train and assist student assistants/tutoring staff with learning skills diagnosis, remediation and academic advising of participants.
Distribute necessary progress reports and evaluations to high school registrar and staff.
Effectively communicate and maintain cooperative working relationships with school personnel, parents, and community agencies regarding program services and activities.
Visit community and social service agencies to inform them of the availability of Talent Search services and facilitate discussion/presentations on planning for college admission and financial aid.
Assist in developing and creating flyers, program publications, and literature in English and Spanish for parents intended to assist them in working effectively with students.
With input from program staff and school personnel, design a comprehensive pursuit of program participants.
Develop program publication as required.
Reside on campus during overnight college trips with students.
Attend University of California State University Counselor Conferences.
Attend training sessions pertaining to federal financial aid and financial literacy.
Attend professional development conferences, workshops, and meetings.
Other duties as assigned.