College and Career Advisor (7466)

Queen Creek Unified District•Queen Creek, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The College and Career Advisor supports students’ growth and development by helping them create meaningful educational plans aligned with their life goals. Advising is an ongoing process built through frequent personal contact with students. The advisor provides college and career information and guidance, supports students in setting postsecondary goals, and helps connect them with resources needed for postsecondary success. The position is based at Eastmark High School and is scheduled for 218 days over 11 months, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. It is hourly and non-exempt. Compensation is according to the applicable QCUSD salary schedule, and benefits are provided under QCUSD District policy.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Good working knowledge of technology software.
Ability to use data to inform practice, ensure equitable time spent with students, and contribute system-wide to a college- and career-ready culture.
Must pass a background clearance.
Must obtain an Arizona IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Knowledge of career and occupational resources, trends, and opportunities; college admission and financial aid requirements; and training necessary for future careers.
Knowledge of school operations and ability to relate effectively to students, staff, and parents.
Knowledge of oral and written communication skills and basic research methods.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide career and college entrance information and assistance to students, teachers, parents, and counselors; coordinate daily operations, schedules, activities, programs, and speakers.
Meet individually with students to develop ECAPs and set postsecondary goals.
Document career-related advising and counseling results and time spent.
Help students and parents understand college admission and financial aid processes, including postsecondary options, entrance requirements, financial aid, curricula, costs, deadlines, and early admission and decision programs.
Prepare career education and instructional materials for teachers and students, and help students locate and use college and career information for research, assignments, and post-high-school planning.
Maintain current knowledge of occupational and labor market information, using sources such as the Department of Labor and other providers.
Connect participants with resources that support postsecondary success, such as SAT courses, college-prep mentors, tutoring, and school or placement visits.
Arrange dual or concurrent enrollment and Advanced Placement credits to prepare students for postsecondary rigor.
Support preparation for college admission tests, including the SAT and ACT.
Maintain current information on financial aid and scholarship applications.
Assist students with the college search and application process.
Follow up with students after graduation to identify and address barriers to college matriculation.
Follow ethical and professional standards, including confidentiality requirements for student and personnel information.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned to advance district priorities.