[Hiring] Talent Search Advisor Assistant @University of North Texas System

Role Description

This position is for a college prep advisor located in Gainesville, TX at Gainesville High School. The candidate will serve approximately 100 high school students assisting them with:

• Academic skill development
• College/career exploration
• Choosing a course of postsecondary education

Qualifications

• High School diploma and some college work
• Ability to travel between the 5 Talent Search target schools in Denton and Gainesville, TX on a weekly basis with reliable transportation
• Excellent knowledge and skills in the college application and Financial Aid process
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends for parent nights, weekend field trips, and other TS events
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and computer skills
• Experience in mentoring and/or tutoring high school students

Requirements

• Experience in educating students with their educational goals
• Familiarity with the TRIO Talent Search Program processes and goals; preference for candidates with TRIO experience
• Excellent knowledge and skills in the college application process and Financial Aid process
• Ability to mentor and tutor middle and high school students

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in educating students in the college prep and financial aid processes
• Familiarity with the TRIO Talent Search Program goals and processes
• Preference for candidates with TRIO experience, either as a participant or professional
• Demonstrated commitment to meeting the TRIO Talent Search goals
• Familiarity with the Gainesville and Denton school campuses
• Experience with student data management entry and recording

Job Duties

• Tutor and mentor Talent Search students as needed on academic skill development
• Maintain files on participants and accurate documentation of services given
• Prepare and conduct academic and college prep workshops for 6th-12th graders
• Work closely with Talent Search staff and school administrators to ensure that Talent Search Objectives are met each school year
• Assist seniors in completing financial aid and college application completion
• Coordinate and attend events for students such as leadership-building forums and college and career field trips for Denton and Gainesville ISD Talent Search participants

Physical Requirements

• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds
• Communicating with others to exchange information

Environmental Hazards

• Noisy environments
• No adverse environmental conditions expected

Work Schedule

• Traditional school hours with some flexibility: Monday-Friday: 9:00 am-4:00 pm, some evenings and weekends

Special Instructions

• Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. Additional references can be added after the application has been submitted

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.