Talent Search Project Advisor
About The Position
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Talent Search programs, the Project Advisor assists with the administration, implementation, and continuation of the U.S. Department of Education-funded Talent Search/TRIO project. The project prepares middle and high school students in the greater Southwest Virginia region to pursue post-secondary education. It serves students who meet income-eligibility guidelines, may be potential first-generation college students, and/or need assistance with the college enrollment process. The project serves 891 middle and high school students across 11 school districts, as well as veterans and adult students who have stopped out of college. This position is based on campus in Blacksburg.
Requirements
- Master's degree in education, counseling, social work, or a related area.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience working with diverse groups of high school students.
- Experience working for educational programs that address the needs of income-eligible students, potential first-generation college students, and/or students who demonstrate other needs for assistance.
- Successful candidate must complete a criminal conviction check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with TRIO programs.
- Former participation in a TRIO program.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the administration, implementation, and continuation of the Talent Search/TRIO project.
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Job Type
Full-time
