Advisor I, TRIO

Aims Local College District•Greeley, CO

2d•$48,288 - $52,152

About The Position

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. This is a grant-funded position that is up for renewal in August 2026. The Student Support Services Advisor is responsible for recruiting and welcoming participants, assessing their needs, and providing academic, career, and financial aid counseling. The advisor assists with transfer services to four-year institutions and with financial aid and transfer processes. The advisor acts as a liaison to key offices, such as Enrollment and Financial Aid, managing a caseload, and monitoring student progress. Additionally, the advisor maintains accurate records, reports on student academic status, and ensures compliance with institutional and federal reporting requirements. The advisor supervises up to three Peer Mentors, including training, tracking their hours, and supporting their personal and academic growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, plus one (1) year of related experience in student affairs, higher education, working experience in an educational setting, or working with people on career & academic goal setting, or working with people utilizing case management OR Associates degree, plus three (3) years of related experience in student affairs, higher education, working experience in an educational setting, or working with people on career & academic goal setting, or working with people utilizing case management.
Working knowledge of admissions, financial aid, and issues specific to the populations targeted by the SSS program.
Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships with faculty, campus officials, staff, community organizations, other agencies, and students from diverse backgrounds.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.
This position requires the use of a company vehicle for business travel. The selected candidate must successfully pass an MVR and be insurable under Aims insurance.
Required Documents Resume Cover Letter

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish/English.
Experience supporting students who are first-generation, from a limited-income background, or students with a disability.
Experience working in a community college setting.

Responsibilities

Academic Advising & Student Development Provide intensive, developmental academic advising to first-generation and income-eligible students, with a particular focus on first-year engagement and retention.
Conduct individual advising sessions at least twice per semester to support students with course selection, educational planning, academic goal-setting, and transfer preparation.
Assist students in identifying potential academic and career pathways, and guide them in researching and applying to four-year institutions.
Recruitment & Program Outreach: Assist the Advisor II and Program Director in developing recruitment strategies, application materials, and communication processes to attract eligible students.
Support outreach efforts by delivering informational presentations to prospective students, parents, school counselors, and community stakeholders.
Maintain active communication with campus faculty, student services, and external partners to enhance program visibility and student referrals.
Participate in the review and evaluation of student applications, transcripts, and test scores; assist in applicant interviews and the selection of participants based on federally defined eligibility criteria.
Grant Compliance & Documentation: Ensure comprehensive and accurate documentation of all student interactions in compliance with U.S. Department of Education guidelines and institutional policies.
Collaborate with core grant personnel to monitor student progress and outcomes, contributing to data collection for the Annual Performance Report (APR).
Maintain detailed case notes and time logs for advising and student support sessions.
Verify that all student files include required documentation; such as intake applications, academic transcripts, standardized test scores, and eligibility verification materials to ensure compliance with federal TRIO program guidelines.
Collaborate with institutional departments (e.g., Financial Aid, Career Services, Student Accessibility & Well Being ) to connect students with appropriate campus resources and support services.
Facilitate student participation in transfer-related programming, including four-year college campus visits, scholarship workshops, and financial literacy events.
Instruct students in the use of institutional systems such as online registration portals and academic planning tools.
Review academic records to assess course placement and identify needs for additional academic support.
Assist in the coordination and delivery of workshops, cultural events, and service learning opportunities that align with program objectives and enhance the student experience.
Other Duties as Assigned

Benefits

Benefits are effective immediately
100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option)
85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee's spouse and/or family
Voluntary vision insurance
Staff Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 15 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days)
17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year
Summer schedule: 4-day work week - Fridays Off
Employer paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums
Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees
Tuition waiver for dependents
PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
Free parking on all campuses