Educational Advisor TRIO (Student Support Specialist III)

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision and dental coverage

Tuition reimbursement/waiver

403(b) retirement plan with employer 0

Vacation/Sick Time

Work-Life Balance

Paid holidays

Closing pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bluegrass Community & Technical College is seeking an Educational Advisor to provide direct services in the TRIO Student Support Services program. The role focuses on advising, case management, and academic persistence for low-income, first-generation, and/or disabled students on the Danville campus.

You will develop individualized Success Plans, deliver workshops, and collaborate with faculty and student services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and four (4) years experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to commute in a variety of settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in participant recruitment, selection, and intake.
• Develop and monitor individualized Success Plans with students.
• Provide career, personal/social and academic advising and instruction to all program participants.
• Organize and conduct workshops, field trips, study groups and other activities.
• Work cooperatively with college faculty, advisors, financial aid office, career counseling, transfer center, and other departments to coordinate services to SSS participants.
• Keep accurate records relating to services provided to participants
• Assist in the development and implementation of program evaluation activities.
• Conduct Summer Bridge program orientation and recognition events.
• Coordinate peer mentor activities.
• Participate in Student Development and Enrollment Management Division programs and services.
• Attend professional meetings and training sessions.
• Occasional travel, as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Counseling

Student advising

Case management

Career guidance

Workshop facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Educational Advisor TRIO (Student Support Specialist III)

Salary Range: $22.23 per hour

Contract Term Length: 11 Months

Standard Hours: 37.5

Work Location: On-Site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

College: Bluegrass Community & Technical College

Campus Location: Bluegrass C&TC - Danville Campus

Department: Academics, & Student Services

Total Rewards: Bluegrass Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

Responsible for developing and providing direct services to participants to facilitate academic achievement, persistence, graduation, and transfer. The Educational Advisor provides case management services and instruction to participants in Student Support Services who are low income, first generation, and/or disabled. The Educational Advisor reports to the Director of Student Support Services. This is a Grant Funded Position

Job Duties:

• Assist in participant recruitment, selection, and intake.
• Develop and monitor individualized Success Plans with students.
• Provide career, personal/social and academic advising and instruction to all program participants.
• Organize and conduct workshops, field trips, study groups and other activities.
• Work cooperatively with college faculty, advisors, financial aid office, career counseling, transfer center, and other departments to coordinate services to SSS participants.
• Keep accurate records relating to services provided to participants
• Assist in the development and implementation of program evaluation activities.
• Conduct Summer Bridge program orientation and recognition events.
• Coordinate peer mentor activities.
• Participate in Student Development and Enrollment Management Division programs and services.
• Attend professional meetings and training sessions.
• Occasional travel, as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and four (4) years experience or equivalent
• Valid drivers license and willingness to commute in a variety of settings

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree

Additional Skills Requested:

• Experience/training in providing individualized counseling and/or coaching.
• Familiarity with academic assessment, advising and support and familiarity with career guidance and resources.
• Understanding of financial aid procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of the unique needs of students requiring additional support.
• Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to individuals from a variety of backgrounds, building trust, fostering positive relationships, and providing supportive guidance to help them achieve their goals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

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Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.

Advertised: 07 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 22 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time