TRIO Educational Advisor: Student Success & Support

Kentucky Community & Technical College System; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) employer match

Vacation/Sick Time

Work-Life Balance

Paid holidays

Closing pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bluegrass Community & Technical College in Danville seeks an Educational Advisor TRIO to deliver direct services that promote academic achievement, persistence, graduation, and transfer. The role provides case management within SSS for low‑income, first‑generation, and/or disabled students, reporting to the Director of Student Support Services.

Grant funded position. The incumbent will recruit participants, create individualized Success Plans, advise across academic and career areas, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to commute to varied locations.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience providing individualized counseling or coaching.
• Knowledge of academic advising and career guidance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and organized work style.

Responsibilities

• Assist in participant recruitment, selection, and intake.
• Develop and monitor individualized Success Plans with students.
• Provide career, personal/social and academic advising and instruction.
• Organize and conduct workshops, field trips, study groups and activities.
• Coordinate services with college faculty, advisors, financial aid, transfer center and others.
• Keep accurate records of services provided to participants.
• Assist in program evaluation activities.
• Conduct Summer Bridge orientation and recognition events.
• Coordinate peer mentor activities.
• Participate in Student Development and Enrollment Management programs.
• Attend professional meetings and trainings.
• Occasional travel, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Counseling

Advising

Communication skills

Organization skills

Career guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree + 4 years experience

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Bluegrass Community & Technical College in Danville seeks an Educational Advisor TRIO to deliver direct services that promote academic achievement, persistence, graduation, and transfer. The role provides case management within SSS for low‑income, first‑generation, and/or disabled students, reporting to the Director of Student Support Services.

Grant funded position. The incumbent will recruit participants, create individualized Success Plans, advise across academic and career areas, and