STARS College Counselor

Vanderbilt University • Nashville, TN

401d

About The Position

The STARS College Advisor at Vanderbilt University will provide guidance to high school students in Tennessee through the college application process. This role involves both remote and in-person advising, including virtual meetings, presentations, and site visits to assigned high schools. The advisor will also support on-campus programming aimed at increasing college access for rural and small-town students, working collaboratively with a team of advisors across multiple states.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• 2 years of relevant experience with college admissions processes (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 college advising in a remote and/or in-person setting with assigned high schools in Tennessee.
• Travel to assigned high schools at least once per quarter to lead in-person meetings and presentations with students and school stakeholders.
• Host virtual events with high schools to promote college-going, assist with application completion, provide essay support, and share information on applying for financial aid.
• Be regularly available to respond to students and partner high schools via phone, e-mail, and virtual platforms (Zoom, Teams).
• Write counselor letters of recommendation to assist with advisee's application process.
• Manage travel calendar by determining needs of high schools.
• Assist with on-campus programming focused on rural and small-town student outreach.
• Liaise with other STARS College Advisors to develop college application curriculum and implement best practices.
• Regularly meet with supervisor to check on progress and performance, review relevant metrics, and identify opportunities for improvement.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative work environment
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED