Program Advisor

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,990; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is looking for a Program Advisor for the Upward Bound Program. This role involves overseeing marketing operations, managing new student recruitment, and delivering pre-college services. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and experience working with first-generation students.

Responsibilities also include curriculum evaluation and maintaining partnerships. The compensation ranges from $43,000 to $47,990 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Applications.
• Experience in creating forms, documents, newsletters, event flyers and/or brochures.
• Demonstrated ability to understand the needs of and work effectively with low-income, first-generation students and their families.

Responsibilities

• Oversee public relations and general marketing operations.
• Manage new student recruitment.
• Provide college preparatory services to program participants.
• Deliver pre-college program content to community members.

Skills

Technical writing skills

Oral presentation skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Workday

Job description

Position Title

Program Advisor

Job Category

Academic Staff

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Pre-College Svcs Advising Spec

Job Duties

The Upward Bound Program Advisor oversees public relations and general marketing operations of the Upward Bound Program as well as managing new student recruitment. The Upward Bound Program Advisor is also responsible for helping Upward Bound staff in arranging, organizing, and delivering college preparatory services to program participants. Additionally, The Upward Bound Program Advisor performs various administrative duties to support the overall operations of the Upward Bound Program.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates curriculum and programs and provides recommendations for improvement
• Schedules, secures, and communicates logistics and resources in support of a pre-college program
• Serves as a main point of contact to students and provides information about educational options and academic requirements
• May assist with monitoring of pre-college program budget spending
• Provides support in identifying appropriate fields of study, career options, or programs and refers students to appropriate resources
• Delivers pre-college program content and materials to community members
• Leads the implementation of program policies and procedures through oversight of day-to-day activities for program staff and student and community volunteers
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains external partnerships to support the pre-college program
• Researches, develops, and facilitates pre-college program content and materials

Department

Upward Bound

Compensation

$43,000-$47,990, based on qualifications and experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus relevant experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Applications
• Experience in creating forms, documents, newsletters, event flyers and/or brochures.
• Strong technical writing skills and oral presentation skills
• Demonstrated experience with planning events or group activities, promotion, and implementation.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work well both independently and as a member of a team.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be available for evening and weekend work, especially during the six-week summer session.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Education, or related area
• One year’s experience working in similar programs.
• Demonstrated ability to understand the needs of and work effectively with low-income, first-generation students and their families.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the college and financial aid application processes
• Familiarity with Workday
• Demonstrated experience with planning academic programs and/or college access advising.
• Federal TRiO Program experience.

Terms Of Employment

This is an on-going academic staff position, exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Eligibility Statement

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.

Legal Requirements

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply three (3) professional references/ one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor. (Preference to supply five (5) professional references/two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors.) Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.