TRIO Upward Bound Academic Advisor

COLLEGE OF MAINLAND

Texas City (TX)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 62,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

College of the Mainland invites applications for the TRIO Upward Bound Academic Advisor. The position supports UB participants with tutoring, advising, and workshops on college applications, financial aid, and readiness for college.

The role emphasizes collaboration with high schools and COM departments to ensure compliance and student success. The position involves coordinating with partner schools for recruitment events, supervising tutors, and delivering Saturday and Summer Academies, with a

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, or related fields.
Two years experience working with TRIO or similar projects.
Experience working with college and financial aid applications.

Responsibilities

Primary provider of academic services and support to all UB participants.
Application and assessment assistance.
Monitor academic progress and provide intervention and/or referrals as needed.
Serve as the liaison with the target schools.
Maintain a working relationship with multiple COM departments, community, and parent/guardians.
Collect, prepare, and maintain confidential records and files to maintain compliance.
Interpret records for eligibility and placement.
Responsible for coordinating with target schools recruitment events for potential participants.
Conduct success workshops for UB participants.
Assist with planning and implementation of Saturday and Summer Academies.
Supervise UB PT Tutor Mentor(s) and oversee services and outreach at target schools.
Provide mentoring and assist with coordination of mentorships and internships.
Assist with the Annual Performance Review ( APR )

Skills

Advising

Recruiting

Dual Credit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, or related fields

Two years experience working with TRIO or similar projects

Experience working with college and financial aid applications

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number AS557P

Position Title

Position Title TRIO Upward Bound Academic Advisor

Contract Length

Contract Length N/A

Class Summary

The UB Academic Advisor is the primary provider of academic services to UB participants, guiding and supporting high school students in preparing for college. Academic assistance incudes tutoring, academic advising, and workshops on financial aid and college applications. College and career readiness includes college application assistance, career exposure, information on dual enrollment, and scholarship guidance.

Candidates Eligible to Apply

Candidates Eligible to Apply Internal/External

Position Type

Position Type Exempt Staff

Employment Status

Employment Status Full Time

Position Funding Type

Position Funding Type Grant

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, or related fields
Two years experience working with TRIO or similar projects
Experience working with college and financial aid applications

Preferred Education/Training/Experience

Experience working with TRIO programs, high school students or working with similar programs.
Experience working in high school and college settings
Knowledge of federally funded TRIO programs or programs similar to TRIO grants
Understanding of Texas Core requirements, academic/placement/career assessments, high school curriculum, course requirements, and program parameters
Demonstrated knowledge of outreach, recruitment, and intervention services and strategies that address the needs of target population groups
Interpersonal communication, cooperative problem solving, and public speaking skills
Ability to multi-task, organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through completion with attention to details

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

Advising
Recruiting
Dual Credit

Licensing/Certification Requirements

none

Job Duties

Primary provider of academic services and support to all UB participants
Application and assessment assistance
Monitor academic progress and provide intervention and/or referrals as needed
Serve as the liaison with the target schools
Maintain a working relationship with multiple COM departments, community, and parent/guardians
Collect, prepare, and maintain confidential records and files to maintain compliance
Interpret records for eligibility and placement
Responsible for coordinating with target schools recruitment events for potential participants
Conduct success workshops for UB participants
Assist with planning and implementation of Saturday and Summer Academies
Supervise UB PT Tutor Mentor(s) and oversee services and outreach at target schools
Provide mentoring and assist with coordination of mentorships and internships
Assist with the Annual Performance Review ( APR )

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 50 pounds or less
Ability to travel with UB participants on a school bus
Ability to drive a rental vehicle with UB participantsAbility to travel overnight with UB participants
Ability to work evenings and Saturdays as scheduled

Minimum Salary Range

Minimum Salary Range $49,692

Mid Point Salary Range

Mid Point Salary Range .

Maximum Salary Range

Maximum Salary Range $62,115

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/28/2026

Posting Close Date

Posting Will Be Open Until Filled

Posting Will Be Open Until Filled Yes

EEO Statement

College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status.

College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents