ETS Academic Counselor - First-Gen College Access

University of Washington; Yakima (WA); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington's Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity invites applications for an Academic Counselor within Educational Talent Search. Based in Yakima County, the role focuses on advising, recruiting, and supporting low-income, first-generation students across Toppenish, Wapato and Mount Adams districts.

You will work primarily in person with some hybrid options, monitor student progress, manage data, assist with college admissions steps, and help prepare materials for APR

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; 2–3 years in programs serving middle/high school students.
• Experience maintaining student records and knowledge of admissions, financial aid, and career development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, and database software.

Responsibilities

• Advising at target schools; monitor student progress and support completion of coursework, financial aid, and enrollment requirements.
• Recruiting eligible students (first-generation and low-income).
• Maintain program participant data for APR reports; ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Public speaking

Multitasking

Team player

Strong communication

Computer skills

Office software

Event planning

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe applications

FileMaker Database

Job description

The University of Washington's Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity invites applications for an Academic Counselor within Educational Talent Search. Based in Yakima County, the role focuses on advising, recruiting, and supporting low-income, first-generation students across Toppenish, Wapato and Mount Adams districts.

You will work primarily in person with some hybrid options, monitor student progress, manage data, assist with college admissions steps, and help prepare materials for APR