ACADEMIC ADVISOR Position Available In Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Academic Advisor position at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, United States involves coordinating services for high school students from low-income backgrounds. Responsibilities include recruitment, summer program planning, and collaboration with staff. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with high school students. This full-time role requires frequent night and weekend work. Priority given to applications by May 2, 2025.
Job Description
Stillman College Tuscaloosa, United States
Job Title Academic Advisor
Vacancies 1
Office time
MON -FRI 8
30 AM to 5:00 PM
Location Tuscaloosa, United States
Job Type Full Time On-site
Deadline 16 May, 2025
Company Description
Stillman College is a liberal arts institution with a historical and formal affiliation with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). It is committed to fostering academic excellence, to providing opportunities for diverse populations, and to maintaining a strong tradition of preparing students for leadership and service by fostering experiential learning and community engagement designed to equip and empower Stillman’s students and its constituents.
Skills
Education
Description
The TRIO Upward Bound Academic Advisor will establish, coordinate, and conduct activities to provide services and support to high school students from low-income backgrounds and/or will be the first in their families to attend college. The successful candidate will provide services to current participants and recruit new students during high school visits, assist in the planning and implementation of the 6-week residential summer program, oversee the programming component (i.e. enrichment activities and events) of the summer residential program and academic year Saturday sessions, and work in collaboration with three other UB staff to develop policies and processes. Requires frequent night and weekend work. This is a 12-month full-time position.
Job Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to recruitment and documentation, academic services, workshops, events, college visits, and summer coordination.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Valid driver’s license and the ability to drive state vehicles or rental vehicles for school visits and field trips
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school students, staff, and administration
Background or experience aligning with that of target population
Experience planning programming (i.e. educational and enrichment activities and experiences)
Knowledge of career development, college admissions, and study skills
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree
Knowledge of target area (Greene, Pickens, and Tuscaloosa counties)
Knowledge of recruitment strategies for limited-income and first generation students
Prior TRIO experience
Additional Information
You must submit your resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before May 2, 2025
