Student Programs Advisor I

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USC TRiO Upward Bound program launched at USC in Fall 1977. Upward Bound program provides academic, career and financial counseling to encourage students to graduate from high school and continue to post-secondary education. Upward Bound also provides academic opportunities for youths who are at risk by encouraging them to re-engage with the educational system, complete their high school education, and continue to higher education.

The Student Programs Advisor I will assist with recruitment, interviewing and orientation of new students. This position will provide academic, career, and individual counseling to all student participants. Applicant will assist with planning and implementation of educational, cultural, and social field trips and events and conduct graduation workshops to help participants successfully navigate the high school graduation process. This position will work with high school students to help them successfully enroll into post-secondary institutions and assist with career exploration and selection. This position will provide support and assistance with completion of college and scholarship application as well as workshops to prepare students to take the SAT college entrance test. The Programs Advisor II will support the Upward Bound program documentation efforts including maintaining program files and reports that adhere to federal mandates. This position will support the Upward Bound Program through the following responsibilities:

SCOPE OF WORK:

• Advises students regarding the college going process. Reviews and evaluates applications. Works with Program Manager to plan and implement outreach programs and other recruitment projects. Assists in providing guidance to other academic advisors.

• Identifies, recruits, and serves a caseload of assigned participants.

• Establishes and maintains rapport with high school counselors and administrators.

• Counsel students on the college going process.

• Assist in managing programs database.

• Ensure compliance with grant and federal regulations.

The Student Programs Advisor I will report to the Upward Bound's Program Director and will work closely with a team of other professional staff members. This is a full-time, exempt, grant-funded position.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Computer skills, including complete knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, mail merges and printing, office equipment and any supportive skills

• Data Management

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written required.

• Strong organizational skills including the ability to organize resources.

• Ability to manage workload well and prioritize effectively when faced with multiple projects, events, and deadlines.

• Ability to respond/follow through quickly to problems and questions.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to coordinate and maintain a complex calendar.

• Ability to work well under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.

• Ability to organize and coordinate special projects.

• Knowledge of barriers to postsecondary education faced by low income and potential first-generation college youth in the target area.

MUST DEMONSTRATE:

Documentation and Additional Information:

To apply, submit a resume, 2 letters of recommendation and cover letter (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.

The hourly rate range for this position is $23.91 - $24.96. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; retirement plans with employer contributions once you meet Program's eligibility period; tuition benefits for staff and their family; free professional development classes; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses, and free tram pick up services; discounts to football, basketball, and other campus events.

The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.

Minimum Education: Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Bachelor's degree Minimum Experience: 1 year Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Minimum Field of Expertise: Student personnel administration