College Access Advisor | TRIO/ETS Programs

University of California, Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley seeks a College Advisor to design, implement, and assess programs guiding students from middle school through college and into career readiness. You will work with students, alumni, teachers, and families to promote higher education access.

The role emphasizes advising, development of education plans, program management, and collaboration with school sites to build a college-going culture. Evening and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years experience advising educationally disadvantaged students.
• Strong knowledge of K-12 and higher education policies.
• Ability to work with diverse youth and families.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capacity to travel to multiple sites and work some evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, and select high school participants through referrals, presentations, and events.
• Provide in-person and virtual advising to students and families; develop education plans.
• Develop and implement college-going workshops and program activities.
• Coordinate with school staff, parents, and community partners to foster college-going cultures.
• Collect and analyze participant data; maintain confidential records and reports.
• Present at K-14 and community events; support program budgeting and reporting.

Skills

Educational equity programs

K-12 and higher ed policy knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competency

Time management

Social media management

Bilingual (Spanish/Cantonese/Mandarin/

Education

Bachelor's degree

3-5 years experience/training

Job description

University of California, Berkeley seeks a College Advisor to design, implement, and assess programs guiding students from middle school through college and into career readiness. You will work with students, alumni, teachers, and families to promote higher education access.

The role emphasizes advising, development of education plans, program management, and collaboration with school sites to build a college-going culture. Evening and weekend work may be required.