Educational Counselor - Educational Talent Search Waterloo

University of Northern Iowa; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Northern Iowa invites applications for an Educational Counselor to support and inspire middle and high school students as they prepare for college and beyond. This role helps students build knowledge, confidence, and resources to graduate high school and pursue postsecondary education.

Located in Cedar Falls, IA, the position offers an hourly compensation of $18.67 and includes UNI’s benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field and at least one year of counseling/teaching experience.
• Experience counseling students toward college and postsecondary opportunities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, recruits, selects, and provides services to eligible participants.
• Provides career counseling and information on post-secondary opportunities; assists with admissions and financial aid forms.
• Occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary.

Skills

Counseling experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

Job Title

Educational Counselor

Full Consideration Date

10/19/2026

Job Description

Make a lasting impact on students as they discover what's possible for their future. The University of Northern Iowa's Educational Talent Search program is seeking an Educational Counselor to support and inspire middle and high school students as they prepare for college and beyond. In this rewarding role, you'll help students build the knowledge, confidence, and resources they need to graduate from high school and successfully pursue postsecondary education.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, recruits, selects, and provides services to eligible participants, including career counseling; provides information on post-secondary opportunities; helps participants complete post-secondary admissions applications and financial aid forms; and provides tutoring.
• Occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field plus at least one year of experience in counseling, teaching, or related experience required.

Position Details

• Job Category: Professional and Scientific
• Type of Position: Term Service
• Schedule: Calendar Year

Compensation

Compensation: $18.67 to Commensurate Pay Grade: 117 Pay Basis: Hourly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime or comp time

Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions.

Background Check

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.

A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.

Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

Equal Opportunity

UNI is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law.

Privacy Statement

Privacy Statement.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement.

Federal EEO Rights

Federal EEO Rights.

E-Verify

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Policies and Procedures

Policies and Procedures.

Tobacco Free Campus

Tobacco Free Campus.

Campus Security & Crime Statistics

Campus Security & Crime Statistics, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, information on crime statistics for recent years, Public Safety personnel and programs, building access, reporting crimes, safety suggestions, and policies, programs, and services regarding alcohol, drugs, and sexual abuse, is available in the UNI Annual Security and Fire Report. A paper copy is available from the Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614.

Location and Environment

The university's attractive size, approximately 9,400 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus.

We take pride in our ranking as the #1 Public University in the Midwest.

Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres.

Designated as a Best Place for Working Parents, UNI supports all individuals through family-friendly policies, practices and benefits.

The University provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.