Advisor, TRIO College Success Program

Northeast Community College; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

College-paid health insurance premiums

College-paid employee dental premiums

College paid life insurance and long‑t

term disability insurance

Vision plans

403(b) retirement plan

BestCare EAP

Flex spending plans

Generous leave package

Job summary

Northeast Community College seeks a dedicated advisor to support TRIO Student Support Services participants. The role focuses on boosting student success, retention, and persistence from semester to semester, with attention to diverse backgrounds and needs. The position is grant funded through the U.S.

Department of Education for up to five years, with potential for continuation. Bachelor's degree and three years of college advising experience are required, along with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Three years of experience advising/coaching in a college setting; familiarity with financial aid and career exploration.
• Strong attention to detail; excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Support TRIO students to improve persistence and graduation outcomes.
• Create and conduct seminars and workshops.
• Coordinate with institutional personnel and work as part of a team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Customer service

Student-centered approach

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The purpose of this position is to provide support to current students served by the TRIO Student Support Services program to improve their probability of success so that they will retain from semester to semester, persist until graduation and, if applicable, have positive transfer experiences. Skills and abilities required of this position include knowledge of student support functions; ability to handle multiple priorities; effective verbal, written, and listening interpersonal communication skills; ability to relate effectively and work collaboratively with students and institutional personnel; ability to create and conduct seminars and workshops; perform all instructional related activities for post-secondary coursework; proficiency with a variety of computer technologies, such as databases, internet spreadsheets, tracking systems and word processing; a high degree of professionalism and personal integrity; ability to work independently, but also a member of a complex team in an atmosphere of frequently changing priorities; and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of students with a wide range of skills, motivations and academic goals.

This is a grant funded position through the U.S. Department of Education, with the potential for continuous funding for five years, and the ability to apply for additional funding thereafter.

Education:

Bachelor's degree required in a related field.

Experience:

Requires three years of experience providing academic and personal advising/coaching in a college setting; familiarity with financial aid, career exploration, and current issues affecting diverse student populations; and experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Skills:

Applicant should demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. The role requires a student-centered approach, with outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills, and the ability to effectively guide and support students through academic planning and decision-making.

This position is eligible for full-time fringe benefits package including:

• College-paid health insurance premiums for single, employee/spouse, employee/children or family plans
• College-paid employee dental premiums
• College paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Competitive rates for vision plans and dependent dental
• Up to 9.5% matching on 403(b) retirement plan
• BestCare EAP
• Flex spending plans
• Generous leave package