TRIO Academic Advisor

Texas Southern University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,486 - 57,995; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern University is seeking a TRIO Academic Advisor to provide comprehensive advising to a caseload of program participants. You will support first‑generation and low‑income students with academic, career, personal, and financial guidance, working with parents, school staff, and community partners.

You will recruit TRIO participants, guide them through academic planning and exploration, and promote college access through workshops and events while maintaining confidential records in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with two to three years’ related experience.
• Experience advising or mentoring disadvantaged students preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, career, personal, and financial advising to a caseload.
• Recruit and support TRIO participants through planning and exploration.
• Promote college access and readiness in schools and communities.
• Maintain confidential advising records and report progress.
• Coordinate campus visits, fairs, and TRIO-sponsored programming.
• Attend trainings on college admissions, financial aid, and careers.

Skills

Advising

Career planning

Group sessions

Documentation

Multitasking

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

TRIO Academic Advisor

Job Summary

Under general supervision the TRIO Academic Advisor is responsible for providing comprehensive academic, career, personal, and financial advising services to a caseload of program participants. This position plays a critical role in supporting first‑generation and low‑income students by fostering a college‑going culture, promoting postsecondary access, and ensuring successful student outcomes. The advisor will work closely with students, parents, school personnel, and community partners to deliver individualized support and group‑based programming.

Essential Duties

• Provide academic, personal, career, and financial aid advising through individual and group sessions, workshops, and ongoing support services.
• Recruit and support a caseload of eligible TRIO participants, guiding them through academic planning, college exploration, and career development.
• Strengthen the college‑going culture within target schools by engaging both students and parents with information on college admissions, degree programs, certificate options, and financial resources.
• Collaborate with target school staff, campus departments, and community partners to promote student participation in college and career readiness events.
• Coordinate and assist with campus visits, college fairs, career days, scholarship searches, and TRIO‑sponsored programming.
• Maintain accurate and confidential advising records, document student interactions, assess needs, and track student progress in accordance with program goals and federal guidelines.
• Attend professional development trainings to stay current on trends in college admissions, financial aid, and career pathways.
• Attend professional development trainings to create awareness of current trends in the areas of college admission requirements and career explorations.
• Develop and conduct in‑service workshops and seminars to promote college access and awareness among students, families, and campus/community stakeholders.
• Share best practices and collaborate with colleagues in similar roles to enhance student engagement and outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of TRIO program objectives.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Work Experience

Two (2) to three (3) years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of policies, procedures, practices and equipment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
• Experience working with disadvantaged youths.
• Skill in problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Skill in multitasking and time management.
• Skill in both verbal and written communication.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.

Working/Environmental Conditions

Prolonged standing and/or walking. Handling light weight objects. Using or carrying equipment. Awareness of school safety protocols.

Hiring Range

$45,486.69–$57,995.53

Full-Time Equivalent

1.0

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment‑related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.