ETS Academic Counselor: First-Gen Success Advocate

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

Job summary

The University of Washington is seeking an Academic Counselor (Counseling Services Coordinator) for the Educational Talent Search program within OMA&D. The role supports low-income, first-generation students across Toppenish, Wapato, and Mount Adams districts while promoting postsecondary education.

Primary in-person work with hybrid options during breaks. Responsibilities include advising sessions, application tracking, materials development, and data reporting; strong emphasis on mentoring,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 2–3 years of experience in programs serving middle/high school students.
• Experience in maintaining student records; familiarity with admissions, financial aid.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe applications.

Responsibilities

• Advising students at target schools; monitor progress and assist with course planning and referrals as needed.
• Recruiting eligible students to ETS; support outreach to first-generation and low-income students.
• Maintain program participant data for APR and reporting; assist in data entry and data quality checks.
• Develop and update communication materials for students and families; liaise with teachers and staff at schools.
• Ensure compliance with UW Youth Protection requirements; register services in UW databases.
• Provide tutoring support for college applications, essays, and SAT practice materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned and support program operations.

Skills

Public speaking

Multitasking

Team player

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe applications

Database software

FileMaker

Job description

The University of Washington is seeking an Academic Counselor (Counseling Services Coordinator) for the Educational Talent Search program within OMA&D. The role supports low-income, first-generation students across Toppenish, Wapato, and Mount Adams districts while promoting postsecondary education.

Primary in-person work with hybrid options during breaks. Responsibilities include advising sessions, application tracking, materials development, and data reporting; strong emphasis on mentoring,