Slu
Educational Advisor I - TRIO Upward Bound Programs
SLU Saint Louis, MO · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
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About the role
- Represents the Upward Bound programs by attending appropriate meetings, on and off campus
- Ensures the success of the TRIO Upward Bound programs by performing all other duties as assigned by the Program Director
Responsibilities
- Effectively manages the program by ensuring that the TRIO Upward Bound Programs meets all
- Documents the progress of TRIO Upward Bound Programs in achieving its funded objectives by coordination and evaluation of the project
- Provides direct academic support services to Upward Bound and participants and supervises participants at activities, cultural events, and cultural trips
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Student Support
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- One or more years of experience working with disadvantaged individuals
- Facilitates a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds
- Ability to plan and conduct various types of workshops, administer and interpret various interest inventory tests, academic advising, and complete admission and financial aid applications
Nice to have
- Prior TRIO experience
- Blumen software experience
- This position is being funded by a grant and therefore continuation in the position is contingent upon funding availability.
- Scheduled Weekly Hours:
- Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
- If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.
Skills
- Knowledge of database preparation and maintenance
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Interpersonal/human relations skills
- Ability to relate/interact with diverse student populations, institutional personnel, and the public
- Ability to assess situations/needs and assist accordingly
- Ability to assess situations and exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance
- Ability to organize time, projects, and details
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to operate a personal computer and various software programs
- Ability to prepare and generate reports
- Ability to multi-task
Benefits
- include vacation and sick leave, health/dental/vision/life insurance, 403B retirement savings plan and match, tuition remission, employee assistance program, and wellness program.
- SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
- Establishes and maintains close working relationships with various University representatives, the federal government (Department of Education), target schools' faculty and administrators, and community agencies
Company info
- Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities.
Equal opportunity
- equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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