Position Information

Job Title Project Advisor, TRIO Student Support Services

Job Description

The Project Advisor will provide direct academic advising services to Student Support Services project participants. These services will be related to assisting participants in the successful completion of academic course work, specific program degree requirements and the processes necessary to transfer to baccalaureate degree granting institutions.

This position is a full-time position (261 work days per year). The starting salary is $43,888.00 per year.

Benefits include medical, dental & vision insurance, $50,000 life insurance, long-term disability, paid sick leave, paid discretionary leave, 15 days vacation, paid spring and holiday breaks and participation in IPERS or TIAA - CREF retirement plan.

The SSS Project Advisor will be based at the West Burlington Campus, but must have the ability and mobility to service both campuses; travel to other areas nationally, regionally, state and throughout the college district required. Must be able to work on a basis of “available as work demands” in addition to a fixed schedule, which will include evenings and weekends. In addition, the individual in this position will actively promote a positive image for the college district.

The SSS Project Advisor will abide by the employment contract and relevant policies and guidelines of the Board of Trustees. Employment is contingent upon the continuation of grant funding.

Essential Duties Summary

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Commitment to Southeastern Community College’s mission, vision, values and goals.

• Learn and embrace the comprehensive community college philosophy and related Iowa Code and Federal TRIO Grant ( DOE ) regulations.

• Learn, apply, and role-model all SCC policies and procedures, including but not limited to the strategic goals and expectations of accountability within the Student Services Division and Student Support Center department.

• Assist in identification and selection of eligible students for the SSS project.

• Conduct interviews and needs assessments with prospective SSS project participants.

• Develop individualized academic plans with participants to achieve their educational goals.

• Manage an assigned caseload of participants and provide academic, financial aid, transfer and scholarship advisement to facilitate their successful transfer to bachelor’s degree-granting institutions, including but not limited to: registration, applying for and receiving financial aid/scholarships, financial literacy, and degree completion and four year transfer planning.

• Ensure that participants receive information aimed at increasing their awareness of educational and career opportunities.

• Coordinate and facilitate transfer visits to four-year institutions.

• Research, develop and implement First Year Experience and Second Year Experience seminar topics for project participants.

• Plan and facilitate academic support workshops offered to participants.

• Monitor, evaluate and track participants’ performance and persistence and recommend appropriate intervention strategies as necessary.

• Assist in project tutoring services; facilitate individual and group tutoring as assigned.

• Assist in the development, organization and delivery of promotional strategies to recruit eligible students.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all services provided to participants.

• Assist with data collection and project evaluation for project performance reports.

• Maintain positive working relationships with faculty, staff, students and referral sources.

• Collaborate with appropriate college departments to address student needs, support program goals, and develop learning communities.

• Travel required with ability to work evenings and weekends.

• Other duties as assigned.

  Required Qualifications

  EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree Required

• Master’s Degree preferred in Student Personnel or Development, Counseling, Social Work, Education or related area from an accredited college or university

  EXPERIENCE

• Minimum two (2) years experience of appropriate and relevant professional experience, preferably working in a federal TRIO program or similar related program for disadvantaged college students.

• Prior work experience in a college setting preferred.

• Minimum two (2) years direct related experience working in a federal TRIO program or similar program for disadvantaged and at-risk individuals; three (3) or more year preferred.

• Experience assisting college students with academic, financial, graduation and transfer processes and issues preferred.

• Experience in teaching student development courses at college preferred.

• Strong human relations and interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with target student population.

• Ability to form professional supportive relationships with project participants.

• Ability to interpret and implement institutional, state and federal policies, procedures, regulations and guidelines.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a team member to achieve goals/objectives.

• Ability to prioritize, make sound decisions and adjust schedule to fulfill requirements of the project.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn and develop competency in student databases.

• Special consideration given to candidate with personal or professional experience in life situations similar to the program’s target population.

• Honesty, integrity and ability to handle confidential matters with discretion required.

• Strong communications (written and verbal), analytical and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and accurately under pressure.

• Valid driver’s license required. CDL preferred.

  Preferred Qualifications

  Physical Demands

Must have the ability and mobility to service both campuses; travel to other areas nationally, regionally, state and throughout the college district required. Must be able to work on a basis of “available as work demands” in addition to a fixed schedule, which will include evenings and weekends.

EEO Statement Summary

It is the policy of Southeastern Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, employment, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code §§ 216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 – 1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

Individuals having questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy should contact Title IX / Equity Coordinator, Southeastern Community College, 1500 W. Agency Road, West Burlington, IA 52655, email equity@scciowa.edu, phone number 319/208-5101, fax 319/208-5005 or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, , John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR .Chicago@ed.gov (OCR.Chicago@ed.gov)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number AS355P

Open Date 11/05/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please answer the screening questions and make sure and upload your resume, cover letter and transcripts in order to be considered for the position. Thank you,

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• • What is the highest level of education attained?

• GED

• High School Diploma

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree

• Masters Degree

• PHD

• • Please define student success.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Discuss ways to increase academic persistence and retention of disadvantaged students.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please discuss your experience with access and success programs in secondary or post-secondary education.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

  Optional Documents

• Transcript #1

• Letter of Recommendation

• Curriculum Vitae

• Transcript #2

• Transcript #3

• Transcript #4

SCC Human Resources Office

(319) 208-5063

lhempen@scciowa.edu