College-Prep & Student Advocacy Advisor

The Pennsylvania State University; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University in Altoona is seeking a Program Advisor (Student Advocacy Specialist) for Upward Bound Altoona to organize and implement educational and service-learning activities for high school students. You will work as the on-site liaison with school district personnel and coordinate recruitment and campus-based programming.

The role emphasizes advising students on course selection, college readiness, financial aid, health, wellness, and career services, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing, developing, and implementing social, educational, and service-learning programs/activities for Upward Bound participants.
• Serve as the on-site program liaison with school district personnel.
• Recruit students and coordinate parent/student events and community stakeholder engagement.
• Advise and refer students on college readiness, financial aid, health and wellness, and career services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University in Altoona is seeking a Program Advisor (Student Advocacy Specialist) for Upward Bound Altoona to organize and implement educational and service-learning activities for high school students. You will work as the on-site liaison with school district personnel and coordinate recruitment and campus-based programming.

The role emphasizes advising students on course selection, college readiness, financial aid, health, wellness, and career services, with strong