Posting Number:

AS557

P 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:

Internal/External Position Type:

Exempt Staff Position Funding Type:

Grant Minimum Education/Training/Experience 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 Minimum Knowledge & Skills 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 participants Ability to travel overnight with UB participants Ability to work evenings and Saturdays as scheduled

Minimum Salary Range:

$49,692

Mid Point Salary Range:

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Maximum Salary Range:

$62,115

Posting Will Be Open Until Filled:

Yes Special Instructions to

Applicant Please NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories, which include job title, dates of employment (month/year), name of employer, supervisor's name and phone numbers and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be considered incomplete. Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state "unknown" for any incomplete fields. A scanned copy of unofficial transcript(s) must be attached to the online application. 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. Quick Link to Share for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.com.edu/postings/4807