Hybrid College Access Advisor for First-Gen Students

Bottom Line; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Bottom Line is seeking a College Access Advisor in Detroit, MI to provide one-on-one guidance to high school seniors, help with college lists, essays, applications, and financial aid decisions. The role emphasizes data entry, meeting deadlines, and cohort onboarding in a hybrid, in-person-first environment.

You will support FAFSA/CSS submissions, coordinate 60-65 student caseloads, and advance Bottom Line’s mission by guiding students toward affordable college options and successful transitions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 2+ years of related work experience.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Experience developing trusting relationships with students.
• Valid driver’s license, with access to a car strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to Bottom Line’s mission, vision, and core values.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Bottom Line's seven core competencies: Relationships, Results, Communication, Inclusiveness, Talent Development, Agility, and Planning.
• The ability to make a minimum of a two-year commitment.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one guidance to a caseload of 60-65 high school seniors.
• Lead 60-minute meetings for 15-20 students per week at various sites.
• Respond to student text/calls/emails within 2 business days.
• Develop individualized communication plans to keep students engaged and meeting deadlines.
• Track and record student progress in our database with timely data entry.
• Maintain a caseload schedule and ensure meetings align with student deadlines.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of new cohorts.
• Assist with program and organizational support activities.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

2+ years of related work experience

Excellent writing and editing skills

Relationship development

Valid driver’s license

Commitment to mission and values

Bottom Line core competencies: Relat­

Two-year commitment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Bottom Line is seeking a College Access Advisor in Detroit, MI to provide one-on-one guidance to high school seniors, help with college lists, essays, applications, and financial aid decisions. The role emphasizes data entry, meeting deadlines, and cohort onboarding in a hybrid, in-person-first environment.

You will support FAFSA/CSS submissions, coordinate 60-65 student caseloads, and advance Bottom Line’s mission by guiding students toward affordable college options and successful transitions