Student Achievement Specialist | GEAR UP (Amin Office, Richland, WA)

Washington State University

Washington

On-site

USD 42,000 - 57,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation leave

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Deferred compensation

Training and development

Employee tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University Tri-Cities is hiring a Student Achievement Specialist (SAS) for the GEAR UP program in Richland, WA. The role focuses on mentoring students, advising, and data collection to support college readiness and post-secondary access for students and families.

The position is full-time temporary, requires travel across Washington institutions, and entails evening/weekend activities. A bachelor’s degree and two years in student services are required; a master’s can substitute

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s may substitute for one year of experience.
Two years of professional work experience in student services or related field.
Experience in outreach to students and parents/ adults in group or individual settings.
Proficiency in computers, Google Workspace and MS Office.

Responsibilities

Provide family outreach and education on college readiness.
Deliver student advising and mentoring in person and via virtual meetings.
Assess participant needs and develop individual action plans.
Monitor and collect student data for assessment and reporting requirements.
Collaborate with school personnel and community partners in classrooms, meals, and after-school activities.

Skills

Proficiency with Google Workspace

MS Office

Computer proficiency

Willingness to travel

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree substitution for experience

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: October 18, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Position Details: The Opportunity:

Washington State University Tri-Cities GEAR UP program is now accepting applications for a Student Achievement Specialist (SAS). As an SAS you will provide student mentoring and will monitor and collect student data for assessment and reporting requirements. You will be responsible for increasing GEAR UP students' engagement in their education, positive academic behaviors, family connection to critical school-based information, and post-secondary access support for students and families. You will be responsible for increasing GEAR UP students' engagement in their education, positive academic behaviors, family connection to critical school-based information, post-secondary access and persistence for students and families.

Duties include but are not limited to providing family outreach and education on college readiness, student and academic support services to include student advising and mentoring both in person and via virtual meetings, assessing participant’s needs and creating individual action plans. Additionally, you will monitor and collect student data for assessment and reporting requirements. As an SAS you will work closely with school personnel and community partners and participate in classrooms, at lunch, before and after school, evening and weekend activities.

This is a temporary, full-time position assigned to the GEAR UP administrative office. Travel throughout Washington State to multiple 2- and 4-year post-secondary institutions is expected.

Additional Information:

This is a full time (100% FTE), temporary position.

This position is overtime eligible.

Temporary End Date:

This is a temporary position expected to end on September 29, 2027. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Monthly Salary:

$4,152.19 per month In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits:

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of professional work experience in student services or related education/experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. The two (2) years of experience must be in providing instruction or direct outreach services to students and working with parents/adults in individual or group setting. Proficiency in the use of computers. Google Workspace and MS Office software programs. Willingness and ability to travel overnight and work a flexible schedule, including frequent nights and weekends, with occasional supervisory responsibility of students.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated knowledge of school programs, student success, the school community and/or parental involvement in community and/or school setting. Familiarity with organization and operation of school/district administration and university/community college systems. Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of people, including peers, university and school administrators, faculty, staff, students and parents, and the general public. Experience managing, tracking and reporting program data. Experience in student academic support programs.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Area/College:

WSU Tri-Cities Department Name: GEAR UP Programs Location: Richland, WA

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU's Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's strategic priorities. See here for additional information about WSU's statewide locations. View the HRS Benefits website for details on competitive benefits available.

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