TRiO Advisor - Alpena Campus

Alpena Community College; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Alpena Community College is seeking a Part-Time, Hourly TRiO Talent Search Advisor to provide professional advising and academic support to students. The role includes recruiting grant students, managing records, guiding financial aid questions, and delivering presentations in classrooms and community venues.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree related to counseling/education, at least two years of relevant experience, and strong verbal/written communication.

Qualifications

• Education Required – Bachelor degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Communications or Education (with a teaching certificate).
• Experience – At least two years of related work experience required; experience working with economically disadvantaged youth preferred.
• Preference will be given to applicants with a low-income, first-generation background.
• High proficiency in verbal and written communication skills required.
• Must have a valid drivers’ license with the ability to transport students on campus visits and outings.
• Ability to work as a team member, but also work independently and without supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Must be able to work with confidential information.
• Must be able to work in a multi-tasking environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and serving Educational Talent Search grant students.
• Maintain and monitor records and contacts for students participating in grant-related services.
• Refer students to appropriate support services when necessary.
• Assist students with scholarship search, financial aid questions, college applications, career and post-secondary information.
• Develop and implement recruiting and teaching presentations for use in the classroom, community and other appropriate venues as requested.
• Assist Director in program implementation.
• Chaperone students on field trips; may be required to drive a rental to transport students.
• Recruit, plan, coordinate and participate in delivery of summer camps.
• Participate in staff development and college meetings as assigned
• Handle correspondence and communication without assistance.
• Modify student workshops to fit individual district needs.
• Must be competent with virtual reality technology.
• Presence on the job is an employee’s fundamental obligation. Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Communications or Education (with a teaching certificate)

Job description

Part-Time, Hourly, 10.5 Months, 1530 Annual Hours, Flexible/Alternative Schedule, Distribution of hours, days, months will be based on institutional need, 100% Grant-funded through August 31, 2031.

Classification/Points:

H, 915

Bargaining Unit/Division:

Michigan Education Association, Educational Support Professionals

Position Description:

Provides professional advising and academic support services to students served by Alpena Community College’s TRiO Talent Search Program.

Position Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist in recruiting and serving Educational Talent Search grant students.
• Maintain and monitor records and contacts for students participating in grant-related services.
• Refer students to appropriate support services when necessary.
• Assist students with scholarship search, financial aid questions, college applications, career and post-secondary information.
• Develop and implement recruiting and teaching presentations for use in the classroom, community and other appropriate venues as requested.
• Assist Director in program implementation.
• Chaperone students on field trips; may be required to drive a rental to transport students.
• Recruit, plan, coordinate and participate in delivery of summer camps.
• Participate in staff development and college meetings as assigned
• Handle correspondence and communication without assistance.
• Modify student workshops to fit individual district needs.
• Must be competent with virtual reality technology.
• Presence on the job is an employee’s fundamental obligation. Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position Requirements

Position Qualifications:

• Education Required – Bachelor degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Communications or Education (with a teaching certificate).
• Experience – At least two years of related work experience required; experience working with economically disadvantaged youth preferred.
• Preference will be given to applicants with a low-income, first-generation background.
• High proficiency in verbal and written communication skills required.
• Must have a valid drivers’ license with the ability to transport students on campus visits and outings.
• Ability to work as a team member, but also work independently and without supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Must be able to work with confidential information.
• Must be able to work in a multi-tasking environment.

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time

Shift Days

Close Date 10/21/2026

Open Date 10/9/2026

Location Alpena Community College - Alpena Campus

About the Organization Alpena Community College is located in Northeast Michigan on the beautiful shoreline of Lake Huron. ACC offers two-year degrees, one-year certificates, customized corporate training, and community education to all of Northeast Michigan. Each semester, ACC attracts more than 2,000 students of diverse ages, backgrounds, and academic goals. Smaller class sizes, affordable tuition, and the convenience of two campus locations and online courses, make Alpena Community College a great choice whether you are starting college for the first time, or coming back to school for a new career or additional training. At ACC, you can work on a college degree or acquire specific skills in a number of fields to move you forward in your occupation, plus the courses you complete can be transferred to a four‑year college or university. Vocational/technical programs, distance learning programs, dual-enrollment, cooperative on‑campus four‑year degree programs and continuing education courses are all available right here, in Northeast Michigan.

EOE Statement The College policies and practices for admission, employment, and activities comply with requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2010; Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sex, age, or disability. The College practices and policies also comply with the Michigan Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act (PDCRA) and the Michigan Elliott-Larson Civil Rights Act (ELCRA) which prohibits discrimination in hiring based on age, height, weight, and marital status and familial status in addition to race, color, religion, sex (which includes pregnancy) and national origin.
Alpena Community College prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The Notice of Nondiscrimination is located at www.alpenacc.edu.

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