Student Support Services Transfer Program Advisor

Transfer Program Coordinator/Advisor Position Sauk Valley Community College, a comprehensive community college located in a picturesque rural setting, invites applications from innovative individuals for a Transfer Program Coordinator/Advisor position. This is a Grant Funded position. Located in rural northwestern Illinois, along the scenic Rock River between the cities of Dixon and Sterling, the College is one hour from Rockford and the Quad Cities and two hours west of Chicago. A link to our comprehensive employee benefits package is provided below.

Benefits Information:

https://www.svcc.edu/employees/opportunities/benefits.html Function of the Job Provide advising and support services to assigned transfer-bound Student Support Services participants. Coordinate transfer resources, programming, and campus visits. Duties and Responsibilities Serve as an information resource to TRIO students and TRIO program staff by maintaining knowledge of transfer articulation agreements and other transfer requirements and regulations. Create and maintain transfer advising resources; including website. Serve as a liaison between the host institution and sending institution. Provide appropriate training and information for TRIO staff and participants. Assist assigned participants in identifying and securing admission to potential transfer institutions. Assists assigned participants with filling out the FAFSA and maximizing participants' scholarships and grants for their chosen institution. Coordinate campus visits to area four-year institutions, accompany participants on trips, and serve as a liaison between participants and area four-year institutions. Develop and implement program workshops and seminars to enhance the graduation and transfer rates of participants. Provide individual and group advisement services including: academic advising, transfer planning, financial literacy education, academic skills and study strategies, career exploration, and personal support. Maintain records of student contacts. Monitor academic and graduation progress, provide needs assessments, and implement proactive intervention strategies. As assigned, plans and implements cultural and educational activities and educational opportunities for participants. This may include some evening and weekend hours in which limited travel may be necessary. Complete written reports as assigned and requested for reporting to the U.S. Department of Education and the College on a monthly, semester, and yearly basis. Track and report provided services and outcomes on weekly basis to supervisor. Collect, verify, and input accurate data into appropriate database systems on a daily basis. Participate in campus initiatives that support the program mission and goals, as well as create and conduct presentations to market the program to diverse populations within the College. Outreach to assigned TRIO students regarding academic concerns and assist students in obtaining support to meet these specific needs. Assume all other reasonable professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. Essential Functions Must understand and support the mission of the community college. Must be able to communicate effectively by phone and email on a daily basis. Must be able to work with Microsoft Office products. Must be able to work in a team environment. Must be able to provide verbal/visual presentations to faculty, staff, and students. Must be able to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends. Must possess a valid driver's license and have ability to drive College 14 passenger van. Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Student Personnel, or a related field with three years' experience with academic, transfer, career, or personal counseling; or equivalent education and experience. Master's degree preferred. Community college experience is preferred. Experience in implementation of learned professional development. Ability to implement new advising protocols and develop Individualized Education Plans to improve student outcomes. Experience in working with low-income and/or first-generation college students, and/or students with disabilities. Empathy towards the problems of under-represented groups.

Preferred:

background similar to that of the Student Support Services Program participants. Sauk Valley Community College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination in all employee and student relations. No person on the basis of race, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, sex, genetic information, creed, religion, color, marital or parental status or family responsibilities, veteran status, age, national origin, membership in any professional group, organization or association, socioeconomic status, or mental or physical disability is discriminated against, which includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial assistance, placement, recruitment, educational programs, and activities. Students admitted from a foreign country are expected to take the TOEFL exam. A minimum level of competency on the TOEFL exam is part of the consideration of admission. For students who reside in the United States, a lack of English skills is not a barrier to admission and participation in educational programs. Violation of this policy on the basis of sex is also governed by the Sexual Misconduct Procedures. Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Director of Human Resources.