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Precollege Advisor - TLNT SRCH
Office of Minority Student Affairs

The Office of Minority Student Affairs (OMSA) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is accepting applications for the Pre-college Advisor position. The Pre- College Advisor will work with a team of professionals to improve and sustain a college-going culture for its target schools and target areas and to improve parents' capacity to prepare their child/children for college. We invite individuals with specialized training, skills, and experience helping students succeed to apply.

Job Summary
The Office of Minority Student Affairs (OMSA) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is accepting applications for the Pre-college Advisor position. The Pre- College Advisor will work with a team of professionals to improve and sustain a college-going culture for its target schools and target areas and to improve parents' capacity to prepare their child/children for college. We invite individuals with specialized training, skills, and experience helping students succeed to apply. Primary Position Function/Summary: The Pre-College Advisor is responsible for assisting with the implementation of the TRIO Talent Search program in compliance with the approved grant proposal, federal legislation and regulations, state law, and university policies. Responsible for contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of precollege services that increase achievement, persistence, and graduation rates for participants. Delegated the responsibility for ensuring the attainment and reporting of the program's objectives and outcomes.
Duties & Responsibilities

• (65%) ADVISING
  
• Assist the director in implementing the Plan of Operation and Evaluation for the approved Talent Search grant.
  
• Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating innovative, responsive, and empirically grounded academic and enrichment services for participants that meet the TRIO Talent Search program objectives.
  
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating personnel to fulfill the Talent Search objectives.
  
• Identify participants experiencing academic challenges and develop appropriate interventions to b
• Assist in monitoring participants' academic progress from their date of admission through their college graduation.
  
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready program records and service delivery reports as requested.
  
• Apply appropriate professional judgment, discretion, and autonomy to deliver high quality services to participants and their parents or guardians.
  
• Collaborate with target schools to deliver pre-college services that meet critical academic needs of participants.
  
• Trouble-shoot student related issues proactively and provide appropriate solutions.
  
• Collaborate with TRIO Upward Bound and TRIO Student Support Services to provide coordinated service for participants.
  
• Keep abreast of current trends related to precollege and collegiate success by participating in professional organizations (e.g., state, regional, and national TRIO associations).
  
• Contribute monthly and annual reports of the use and effectiveness for service delivery.
  
• Assist with planning major department activities.
  
• Assist with the data entry, filing and organization of student file and information.
  
• Assist in meeting operational needs by performing other duties including, but not limited to instruction, writing, presenting, and consulting activities.
  
  
• (20%) OUTREACH
  
• Screen, recruit, recommend, and retain eligible participants for the TRIO Talent Search program.
  
• Assist admitted students with their orientation and acclimation to the program.
  
• Maintain ongoing communication with students to ensure delivery of services.
  
• Be available to participants and parents to assist with the college preparation and selection process.
  
• Develop, maintain, and update student's action plans.
  
• Periodic evening and weekend duties are required.
• (10%) SUPERVISION
  
• Supervise assigned TRIO Talent Search hourly employees.
  
• Assists with recruiting, hiring, onboarding, professional development, and evaluation for hourly employees.
  
• Disseminate accurate and timely information to the hourly staff.
  
• Serves as a coach to assist hourly staff in meeting performance goals.
  
  
• (5%) OTHER GENERAL DUTIES
  
• Participates in staff, committee, and other meetings as assigned.
  
• Provide relevant information for the Annual Performance Report.
  
• Performs evening, weekend, and business travel events as request.
  
• Assists with meeting the operational needs by performing other appropriate related duties.

Physical Demands

Standing : Frequently

Walking : Frequently

Stairs : Occasionally

Sitting : Constantly

Lifting/Carrying : Occasionally

Pushing/Pulling : Occasionally

Balancing : Rarely

Bending/Stooping : Rarely

Kneeling : Rarely

Reaching : Occasionally

Grip/Dexterity : Frequently

Talking : Constantly

Hearing : Constantly

Repetitive Motions : Constantly This position requires daily computer usage

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination : Rarely

Visual Acuity : Constantly

Running/Jumping : Rarely

Physical Exertion : Rarely

Additional Physical Demands
This position requires frequent interaction with precollege (middle and high school) students. This position requires regular usage of University vehicles to conduct university business.

Travel Requirements
30% Occasional travel for professional development, outreach, and training.
Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or a discipline appropriate for providing excellent pre-college services to students participating in a federal TRIO program through the US Department of Education is required. Required Experience: A minimum of two years of experience working with pre-college students. At least two years of experience designing, implementing, or overseeing pre-college advising, outreach, or student support programs for educationally disadvantaged students in an education, community agency, or non-profit setting. A minimum of two years of experience working with students from diverse backgrounds (i.e., first generation, low-income, TRIO, or Gear Up). Experience related to college preparation and enrollment theories and practices; educational support services designed to increase secondary school graduation. Experience with conducting needs assessments and developing services based on needs analysis, first-generation, low-income, TRIO, Gear Up, or EOP. Supervisory experience is required. Experience working with public school personnel and community agency staff who serve students.

Specialty Factors

Training, Licenses, or Certifications:
Required: A valid driver's license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:

Master's degree in education, counseling, or a discipline appropriate for administering a federal TRIO program through the US Department of Education is required.

Preferred Experience:

Three to five years of relevant work experience.
Experience working for a TRIO program.
Experience successfully matriculation in higher education as a first generation and/ or low-income student.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to think clearly, creatively, and to solve problems proactively. Excellent communication and administrative skills. Ability to learn and disseminate detailed information. Ability to work effectively individually and collaboratively. Ability to manage competing priorities successfully. Ability to advise, mentor, and coach students successfully. Must be student centered and service oriented.

Preferred Education:

Master's degree in education, counseling, or a discipline appropriate for administering a federal TRIO program through the US Department of Education is required.

Preferred Experience:

Three to five years of relevant work experience.
Experience working for a TRIO program.
Experience successfully matriculation in higher education as a first generation and/ or low-income student.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to think clearly, creatively, and to solve problems proactively.
Excellent communication and administrative skills.
Ability to work effectively individually and collaboratively.
Ability to manage competing priorities successfully.
Ability to advise, mentor, and coach students successfully.
Ability to design and implement successful educational programs.
Must be student centered and service oriented.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 11/15/2023. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on October 13, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Please complete your application profile and upload: (1) cover letter; (2) resume /vitae; and (3) contact information for at least three professional references. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact OMSA-HR@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1020173
Job Category: Education & Student Services

To apply, visit https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/7908?c=illinois







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