Upward Bound Advisor for Washington County

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Maine; On-site; USD 33,682 - 35,473; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Upward Bound Advisor at Bowdoin College to provide academic and personal counseling. The role requires coordinating outreach activities and conducting tutoring and college visit programs for students in Maine.

Applicants should have an Associate’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in education or youth development. The position is full-time, with a salary range of $24.45 – $25.75 per hour, and offers various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in education or youth development.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one academic and personal counseling to students.
• Plan and implement outreach activities including tutoring and college visits.
• Work collaboratively with target school staff and families.

Skills

Effective writing and verbal communication skills

Ability to present effectively

Proficient computer skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Valid Maine driver's license

Education

Associate's or vocational/technical school degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Presentation software

Database software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Job Summary

Bowdoin College's Upward Bound/TRIO programs are grant‑funded through the U.S. Department of Education and designed to provide fundamental pre‑college support to income‑eligible participants from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor's degree. Bowdoin College Upward Bound serves 14 target high school schools in two Maine regions—Washington County and Mid‑Maine—with the ultimate goal of ensuring students are successful in their pursuit and completion of higher education.

The Upward Bound Advisor provides one‑on‑one school‑based academic, personal, career and college counseling to area students, as well as small and large group activities and training/oversight of area tutors and mentors. The Advisor works closely with target school staff and families in Washington County to identify and recruit eligible area students, and to plan and implement regional outreach activities including tutoring, college visits, mentoring, job shadows and cultural enrichment. This position is year‑round and requires being present on Bowdoin College Campus for the summer program.

Compensation

• Hourly range: $24.45 – $25.75 per hour (eligible for overtime and shift/weekend differential). Compensation is based on skills and experience.

Benefits and Perks

• Health insurance plans (Medical – effective date of hire, Vision, Dental)
• Generous retirement plan – 10.12% annual compensation contribution (eligible after 1 year of service and age 26), no match or vesting required
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off: 10 days vacation in 1st year, 15 days in 2nd year, 12 days personal/sick time (PTO accruals based on hours worked)
• Paid holidays and special days off
• Paid parental leave (available after one year of service)
• Access to many of the College's facilities, including gym and pool (including household members)

Education and Skills Requirements

Required

• Associate's or vocational/technical school degree in a relevant field
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present effectively to small and large groups and to work productively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
• Proficient computer skills, including use of social media, presentation, database and spreadsheet software
• Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• A valid Maine driver's license and ability to comply with the College's Motor Vehicle Use Policy
• Ability to regularly work and travel throughout Maine

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents

Required

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in education or youth development
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred

• Prior experience working with families with low income
• Prior experience with advising financial aid and college admissions process
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate group activities and provide supervision to assigned staff
• Familiarity with the region and area public school systems

Standard Work Days and Hours

• Full‑time, year‑round position (1.00 FTE)
• Typical school day: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. Office days: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.
• Summer schedule varies to meet operational needs and may include some weekends and evenings; summer schedule requires being present on Bowdoin campus in Brunswick for the residential summer program.
• Schedule will vary considerably according to target high school schedules and program activities.
• Occasional evening and weekend hours required.
• Position will travel frequently throughout Washington County and may be remote or campus‑based depending on the candidate's location.

Employment Requirements

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job‑related), and/or credit history (when job‑related).

Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.

EEO Information

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.