Educational Advisor

Mercer University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer University TRIO Programs seeks an Educational Advisor on the Macon campus to provide academic, career, and personal guidance to first‑generation, low‑income students. You will supervise peer mentors and run seminars, workshops, tutoring, and field trips in line with grant requirements.

You will also assist in recruitment, program evaluation, and support for the summer residential program, which may include overnight duties. A bachelor’s degree is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; experience in tutoring, instruction, academic advising.
• Experience monitoring participants' academic progress and career development and providing instruction or support for varied learning styles.
• Valid driver’s license and be insurable by the university’s carrier.
• Proficiency with basic computer software applications including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, career, and personal guidance to eligible first‑generation, low‑income students to increase secondary and postsecondary enrollment.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate services to foster academic achievement and college readiness.
• Coordinate advising, tutoring, peer mentoring, workshops, and field trips per grant requirements.
• Deliver primary advisement to participants, teach grade‑level seminar classes, and lead workshops.
• Supervise student peer mentors and coordinate recruitment/outreach to target schools.
• Support the summer residential program, including overnight responsibilities when required.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Student information systems

Learning management systems

Databases

Communication platforms

Job description

Job Title: Educational Advisor Department: Upward Bound College/Division: General University Primary Job Posting Location: Macon, GA 31207 Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details: Mercer University TRIO Programs is searching for an Educational Advisor on the Macon, Georgia campus. Responsibilities: The TRIO Educational Advisor provides academic, career, and personal guidance to eligible first‑generation, low‑income high school students to increase their success in secondary school and postsecondary enrollment. The Educational Advisor plans, implements, and evaluates services that foster student academic achievement, personal development, and college readiness. This position coordinates services for program participants, including advising, tutoring, peer mentoring, and workshops/field trips, in accordance with grant requirements. The Educational Advisor provides the primary advisement to program participants, teaches grade‑level seminar classes, and leads workshops for participants. Additionally, this position supervises student peer mentors. The Educational Advisor coordinates the recruitment and outreach of prospective participants at target schools. The Educational Advisor provides additional support for the summer residential program, which may require overnight responsibilities.

Qualifications: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university is required, along with prior professional experience in tutoring, instruction, academic advising, student support, or a related educational setting, including experience in monitoring participants' academic progress and career development and providing instruction or support responsive to various learning styles. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the university's insurance carrier.

Required Software: Proficiency with basic computer software applications, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Student information systems, learning management systems, databases, communication platforms, and other technologies required for participant advising, documentation, and program administration.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with program participants, University faculty and staff, families, and other program stakeholders. Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills and experience working effectively with people from different backgrounds and lived experiences. Ability to learn and effectively utilize student information systems, learning management systems, TRIO databases, communication platforms, and other technologies required for participant advising, documentation, and program administration. Possesses proficiency in data entry, recordkeeping, and basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Demonstrated knowledge of or the ability to learn and apply effective instructional, advising, mentoring, and student‑support strategies for students with varying learning styles and educational needs. Ability to create and deliver engaging, thought‑provoking presentations, workshops, individual advising sessions, and group activities. Ability to learn and clearly disseminate detailed information, follow established policies and procedures, exercise appropriate judgment, and maintain close attention to detail. Possesses strong organizational and time‑management skills and the ability to manage an assigned participant caseload while meeting program documentation and service requirements. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of student information and accurate program records. Ability and willingness to work occasional mornings, evenings, weekends, and overnight assignments. Ability to travel on university business and must be insurable by the university's carrier.

Externally Funded: This position is contingent on external funding and the length of employment in this position is dependent on continuation of these funds.

Background Contingencies: Criminal Background Check Approved Driver's History Check Required Document Attachments: Resume Cover Letter List of References with contact information

About Mercer University: Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close‑knit, student‑centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in‑person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in‑person as it fosters real‑time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University: Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work‑life balance, and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it’s a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you’re seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/ Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Family: Staff Student Operations Exempt EEO Statement: EEO/Veteran/Disability

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The University will ensure equal opportunity for applicants and employees in all of its policies and practices, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, layoff and recall policies, University‑sponsored training programs, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs. Persons needing reasonable accommodations under the Americans With Disabilities Act to participate in the application process or for other questions regarding employment at Mercer University, please contact Human Resources.