Specialist, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound

Requirements

• Master's Degree
• Minimum Expectations:
• Travel as needed
• College events and professional development
• Job Classification:
• Staff
• Duty Days:
• 260 Days
• Work Schedule:
• Varies. Standard college hours are 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday
• Grant Funded Position:
• Yes - Grant Funded
• FLSA Status:
• United States of America (Exempt)
• Pay Basis:
• Hourly
• Hiring Range
• $34,200.00-$38,475.00
• Retirement System:
• SERS - SERS (Retirement System Classification)

Benefits

Additional Information

Advertised Position Title: Specialist, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound Job Description: The Specialist, TRIONeterans Upward Bound works directly with the Assistant Director, TRIONeterans Upward Bound aiding in the enrollment of the Veterans Upward Bound program provision and documentation for low income, first-generation veterans who are interested in pursuing postsecondary education. Essential Functions Provide advising for VUB participants, conduct individual needs assessment; provide financial aid advice. Assists in the coordination of intake applications, electronic and paper materials and other related information. Provide support and referral to college and community resources. Provide academic, vocational, career, and financial aid planning and progression monitoring. Provide support services to Veterans including assistance with admission, financial aid and program advising. Collaborate with social service agencies, community organizations and educational programs to identify eligible participants. Gather participant progress data and prepare progress reports. Participate in professional development activities. Monitors and maintains social media presence including but not limited to Facebook, lnstagram, Linkedln, TikTok, Snapchat. Provide TRIO VUB Program services remotely (as necessary). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: A working knowledge of computers and computer applications, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office applications is required/ Evidence of strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively with disadvantaged students as well as other students, faculty and staff from a wide variety of racial, ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Evidence of the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a team player. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions. Demonstrated commitment to working with multi-cultural populations and awareness of issues affecting women and minorities. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree. Field of study related to Business, Education, Social Work, Counseling Previous experience working with veterans. Previous experience working advising in higher education. Previous experience working with disadvantaged and/or underrepresented students on a college campus or in higher education. Experience supervising student staff.

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