TRIO Talent Search Advisor

SE; Durant (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Oklahoma State University invites applications for the position of Academic Advisor for Talent Search (a TRIO Program). The role focuses on increasing retention and successful completion by disadvantaged youth through counseling, information on admissions and financial aid, and career planning.

The ideal candidate will guide participants through admissions processes, coordinate tutoring as needed, and maintain confidential records, while engaging with local schools and community

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Education, Communications, or related field.
• Desire to relate to youth from disadvantaged backgrounds and work with stakeholders.
• Strong written and oral communications, computer literacy, and ability to relate to diverse populations.
• Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Professional ethics relevant to position.
• Must have dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license; flexible hours including some weekends/evenings.

Responsibilities

• Orient target area agencies and schools to project goals.
• Establish relationships with target area schools and post-secondary institutions.
• Identify and select eligible participants for project services.
• Disseminate post-secondary admission and financial aid information.
• Counsel participants on career options, educational goals, and planning.
• Assist with the admissions and financial aid application process when needed.
• Arrange tutoring as required.
• Maintain confidential participant files and prepare progress reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Diversity sensitivity

Initiative

Professional ethics

Transportation and driver's license

Flexibility in hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Education, Communications, or related field

Master’s degree preferred in Counseling/Guidance or related field

Job description

Southeastern Oklahoma State University invites applications for the position of Academic Advisor for Talent Search (a TRIO Program). The role focuses on increasing retention and successful completion by disadvantaged youth through counseling, information on admissions and financial aid, and career planning.

The ideal candidate will guide participants through admissions processes, coordinate tutoring as needed, and maintain confidential records, while engaging with local schools and community