TRIO Support Services Advisor

PennWest University, United States

Updated: about 2 hours ago
Location: California City, CALIFORNIA
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Position Details
Position Information


Posting Number F050P
Job Title TRIO Support Services Advisor
Job Description
Bargaining Unit
Full-Time/Part-Time
FLSA
Salary Range
Department Student Services
Type

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Job Summary / Basic Function
The Student Support Program is a federally funded TRIO grant by the U.S. Department of Education. The Academic Advisor assists the Director of TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) and is responsible for advising, counseling and leading small group activities for under-prepared and disadvantaged college students. A primary focus of this position is to improve the retention and graduation of first-generation and/or low-income students who become participants of the federal TRIO Student Support Services Program or meet like criteria to be served in the department. The SSS Advisor will follow internal university and U.S. Department of Education policies and regulations. Travel and summer work are required.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary
Applicants are required to have a master’s degree in counseling, student personnel or a related field; two years’ experience as a counselor, advisor, academic or career coach or similar experience with low income, first generation or under-prepared students; specific understanding and sensitivity to multicultural differences; and the ability to establish and foster relationships with students, faculty, staff and administrators. Applicants must have experience in higher education, preferably teaching and/or advising experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred: knowledge of the financial aid process, Blumen or like database, and successful grant writing.
Physical Demands
Work Location California Campus
Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?
Work Hours
Posting Date
Closing Date
Open Until Filled No
Diversity Statement
The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is committed to and accountable for cultivating an environment that advances diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We strive to create a community that affirms the identities of every individual and affords them dignity and respect, regardless of difference.
ADA Statement
EEO Statement
Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to equal employment and equal educational opportunities for all individuals regardless of gender, gender identity, race or color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, religion or creed, genetic information, affectional or sexual orientation, veteran status, or other classifications that are protected under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator/Director of Equity and Title IX, 423 Becht Hall 16214-1232; Email [email protected] or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.

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