Academic Advisor/Success Coach - TRIO Talent Search

ILLINOIS CENTRAL COLLEGE; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Central College invites applications for an Academic Advisor/Success Coach for the TRIO Talent Search program at the Peoria Campus. You will manage a caseload of middle school students (grades 6-8) and provide guidance aligning goals with academic plans.

This is a grant-funded role with an anticipated end date in August 2027 and potential extension. Responsibilities include advising, coordinating support services, and tracking progress, with some evenings and local travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or comparable credential required.
• Experience advising or counseling students, especially disadvantaged populations.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Experience with training and monitoring volunteers.
• Experience tracking academic progress and coordinating student supports.

Responsibilities

• Interview, advise, and assist students with course enrollment and success strategies.
• Develop Education Action Plans (EAP) for students on caseload.
• Review and interpret student academic records and progress reports.
• Coordinate academic support, tutoring, and enrichment activities.
• Maintain student records securely and accurately; generate participation reports.
• Conduct follow-up sessions and evaluate program effectiveness using data.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Prioritization

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree in education or counseling

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Workday

Job description

Position Title:Academic Advisor/Success Coach - TRIO Talent SearchCampus:Peoria CampusEmployment Type:Management, StaffFull timeDepartment:TRiO Talent SearchStart Date:12/14/2026Job Description:Summary:The Talent Search Academic Advisor/Success Coach is primarily responsible for managing a student caseload of middle school students in grades 6-8 and provide support for students as they progress towards academic goals. Success coaching is an interactive process that includes reviewing personal and/or professional goals, relating these goals to academic/educational plans and supporting the student towards completion of identified goals. The primary focus of the Talent Search Success Coach is to develop an intentional, personal relationship with the student, which is designed to enhance goal attainment and meet program objectives.This is a grant-funded position with the TRIO Talent Search grant with an expected end date of August 31st, 2027 with a possibility of the funding being extended.Compensation for the Academic Advisor/Success Coach - TRIO Talent Search is $48,006.40-$54,017.60.Essential Functions:This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Interview, advise, and assist students with secondary and postsecondary course enrollment, retention, and success strategies.Work with each student on caseload to produce Education Action Plan (EAP).Review assessment reports regarding the students' academic history and performance in courses.Monitor student usage and progress on remedial academic support software.Monitor students' academic progress and work with school counselors and instructors to assist them accordingly.Generate and submit reports documenting student participation in project activities, referral programs, tutoring, rigorous courses, career workshops, mentoring activities, and learning labs.Coordinate academic support, financial literacy, and cultural enrichment activities virtually and in person. Supervise program tutors.Conduct training in order to improve project staff, target school staff, and volunteer skills.Work with program partners to assist student referrals for expanded support as needed.Conduct follow-up sessions with students.Review and evaluate student success and effectiveness using data.Recommend, develop and implement new student recruitment initiatives that strategically target at-risk populations not currently being served, as identified by data.Be available for trips, activities and special events, which may require some evening and/or weekend hours and be able to drive a 15-person van for local trips.Maintain open communication with all academic and student services departments through memos, emails, phone contacts and personal meetings.Maintain student records and files in a consistent, secure, and accurate manner.Perform related duties as required.Minimum Qualifications:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.Bachelor's degree.3 years of experience in advising, counseling, or other work in a related field working with economically and educationally disadvantaged persons.Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with students from low-income, disadvantaged educational backgrounds.Experience tracking academic progress and gathering academic supports for students.Experience with training and monitoring volunteers.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.Demonstrates innovative and creative thinking taking a proactive approach to solve problems across diverse educational and cultural settings.Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with others.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or other human service field.Experience working in a community college and/or high school.Experience with academic advising, retention or related student services.Experience with Workday.Illinois Central College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, order of protection status, use of VESSA rights, genetic information, military or veteran status (including discharge status), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.Illinois Central College offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including:paid time off;11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidaysmedical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance;tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children;on-site childcare center;403(b) retirement plans; andState University Retirement System pension plan.To