COLLEGE ACCESS ADVISOR

Bottom Line•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Bottom Line is a nonprofit organization founded in 1997 with a mission to partner with degree-aspiring students of color from under-resourced communities to help them get into college, graduate, and build successful careers. The organization provides one-on-one guidance throughout the college application process, through college graduation, and into the launch of their careers. Bottom Line offers a rewarding, fast-paced, and results-oriented environment where employees build strong relationships with students and colleagues. The organization emphasizes data and metrics for success and is proud of the work they do.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Work authorization
1+ years of related work experience
Excellent writing and editing skills
Experience developing trusting relationships with students
Valid driver’s license, with access to a car strongly preferred
Demonstrated commitment to Bottom Line’s mission, vision, and core values
Demonstrated proficiency and/or growth potential in Bottom Line's seven core competencies: Relationships, Results, Communication, Inclusiveness, Talent Development, Agility, and Planning
The ability to make a minimum of a two-year commitment

Nice To Haves

Fluency in language other than English a plus

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one guidance to a caseload of 60 - 65 high school seniors using the Bottom Line LEAD Model (Lists, Essays, Applications, Decisions).
Coach students on creating college lists that meet program standards, are individualized, and align with admissions and affordability data.
Assist students in brainstorming, revising, and finalizing college application essays.
Develop individualized service plans to ensure students submit complete, high-quality college applications by institutional deadlines.
Support students in identifying and completing missing or additional application materials.
Guide students in submitting FAFSA and/or CSS Profile by institutional priority deadlines.
Identify students eligible for federal income and/or citizenship verification, as well as scholarships.
Explain financial aid award data and coach students to make financially responsible college decisions.
Support students with submitting a deposit to a college by May 1st.
Maintain ongoing communication with all students on caseload, including leading meetings and responding to communications within 2 business days.
Develop individualized communication plans to ensure student engagement and deadline adherence.
Help students resolve general obstacles by coaching them on self-advocacy and resourcefulness skills.
Track and record student progress in the database using quantitative and qualitative measures, entering data within 3 business days of interaction or status change.
Maintain accurate student contact information in the database.
Enter and update data for students applying to Bottom Line and/or transitioning into the Success Program.
Manage a caseload of 60 - 65 high school students, including scheduling meetings, managing time and calendar to meet minimum meeting requirements, aligning meetings to student process, and ensuring adherence to deadlines.
Build understanding and excitement about Bottom Line with prospective students through presentations, workshops, and tabling events.
Support applicants through the Bottom Line application process by processing applications, making phone calls, and answering questions.
Onboard students into the Access program via phone calls, group events, and scheduling 1:1 meetings.
Support the Development team by attending events, networking, and providing event logistics.
Support planning and staffing of Access Program events.
Provide additional program support as assigned by supervisor.
Represent the Bottom Line brand positively and take actions to increase brand awareness.