Student Transition & Alumni Support Specialist

Kishwaukee College; Malta Township (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Kishwaukee College is seeking a part-time Student Transition and Alumni Assistant to mentor graduating TRIO Upward Bound students as they plan for college, careers, and further training. The role connects students with educational and workforce resources, fosters alumni engagement, and supports outreach initiatives.

You will facilitate transitions to higher education and provide guidance on admissions, financial aid, and career exploration, while maintaining regular alumni communication and

Qualifications

• Be at least a college sophomore with a 3.0 GPA in the targeted subject matter.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Successful completion of an I-9, background check and fingerprinting will be required.
• Tutors must verify by transcript that they are qualified to tutor a course.
• Maintain confidentiality per FERPA and institutional policies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource and point of contact for graduating seniors as they transition beyond high school.
• Connect students with campus departments, Career Services, workforce agencies, apprenticeship programs, employers, colleges, universities, military resources, and community organizations.
• Assist students with navigating admissions, registration, financial aid, orientation, placement testing, and other postsecondary resources.
• Conduct basic career interest assessments and support career exploration activities.
• Assist with resume development, interview preparation, job search strategies, and career readiness activities.
• Share scholarships, internships, apprenticeships, employment opportunities, transfer resources, and workforce information.
• Collect, verify, and maintain updated contact information for graduating seniors and alumni.
• Maintain communication with alumni by sharing program updates, educational opportunities, employment resources, and community referrals.
• Assist with tracking alumni educational and career outcomes to support program evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Support transition workshops, career events, alumni activities, and other program initiatives as assigned.
• Other duties assigned by the Director and TRIO Upward Bound Staff.

Skills

Relationship building

Clear communication

Cultural awareness

Mission-driven

FERPA confidentiality

Multitasking

Job description

Kishwaukee College is seeking a part-time Student Transition and Alumni Assistant to mentor graduating TRIO Upward Bound students as they plan for college, careers, and further training. The role connects students with educational and workforce resources, fosters alumni engagement, and supports outreach initiatives.

You will facilitate transitions to higher education and provide guidance on admissions, financial aid, and career exploration, while maintaining regular alumni communication and