TRIO Coordinator - Classic Upward Bound

Creighton University; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Creighton University’s Upward Bound Program seeks an advisor to guide participants in academics, college prep, and career exploration. You will develop workshops, coordinate tutoring, and assist with summer residential components on campus.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 1+ years in advising or counseling within an academic setting, plus comfort with MS Office and flexible hours, including weekends. This on-site position supports student success and college readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 1+ years' experience required; advising or student counseling preferred.
• Experience in an academic environment.
• Knowledge of teaching methods for individuals and groups.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate academic services including workshops, assessments, and tutoring; includes summer programming and weekend classes.
• Identify eligible participants and assist in coordination and supervision of program activities.
• Complete accurate documentation of services and reporting.

Skills

Advising

Counseling

Workshop delivery

Student mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Advises Upward Bound Program participants concerning academic performance, college preparation and college success, financial management, and career counseling.

Identifies eligible program participants; reports and document demographics of target schools, program enrollment, students contacts, matriculation, and other program activities; assist in coordination and supervision of applicable summer residential and academic year components which include overnight and multi-day travel. Assists with the development and delivery of academic, career, and postsecondary workshops for enrolled participants.

Duties

• Develop, implement, and evaluate academic services including workshops, assessments, and tutorial sessions. Including summer programming and Saturday morning classes as applicable.
• Devlop, implement and evaluates appropriate recruitment/retention activities.
• Completes accurate and timely documentation of services and other reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelors' Degree required.
• 1+ years' experience required; prior advising, university and/or student counseling experience preferred
• Experience in an academic environment
• Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instruction for individuals and groups
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends