"School Liaison - GEAR UP Program (Jackson and Dekalb Counties)"

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S4883P

Home Org Name
Truman Pierce Institute

Division Name
College of Education

Position Title
School Liaison - GEAR UP Program (Jackson and Dekalb Counties)

Job Class Code
KA56A-C

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
Yes

Limited Term Length
09/30/2030

Job Summary

***Position located in Jackson and/or Dekalb County, Alabama***

The College of Education at Auburn University is excited to begin recruiting candidates for the School Liaison position!

The School Liaison provides professional level academic advising/counseling/coaching to K-12 students in individual and group formats; as well as college/career activities, programs, and events at identified schools.

GEAR UP Achieve is an interdisciplinary initiative designed to provide greater access and opportunities to more than 6,500 Alabama middle school students.

About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.

This is a limited term appointment. Continuation of employment after 09/30/2030 is contingent upon availability of funds.

Essential Functions

• Conducts academic coaching, counseling for K-12 students and parents.
• Consults with students, faculty members, and parents about academic counseling, academic policies, and academic services.
• Provides presentations for students and staff on academic support, counseling, and study skills.
• Collaborates with school leaders, teachers, and GEAR UP ACHIEVE staff on retention efforts.
• Analyzes and maintains confidential records and files. Completes monthly and annual reports of students progress for grant regulations.
• Oversees and participates in academic enrichment, informational and motivational opportunities and interventions for targeted middle and high school students, including mentoring activities, individual/group advising, student assemblies and pep rallies, family night events, and other student and parent support activities.
• Develops and distributes grant, program and department-specific materials including flyers, brochures, posters, handbooks, reports and letters; maintains and updates marketing and program information on the grant website and social media accounts.
• The nature of this role is highly externally focused, requiring frequent travel and meetings on and off campus during regular and non-traditional business hours, and is therefore expected to operate with high levels of autonomy.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Level I – Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, or related field plus 2 years of experience in advising or counseling.

Level II - Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, or related field plus 4 years of experience in advising or counseling. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Level III – Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, or related field plus 6 years of experience in advising or counseling. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:
Higher graduate degrees may be accepted in lieu of experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Level I – Under general supervision, performs varied duties and assignments involving some judgment. Resolves routine questions or problems, referring only complex issues to higher level. Some evaluation, originality and ingenuity required. Knows and applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization.

Level II – Under minimal supervision, performs complex assignments and fulfills broad responsibilities where required outcomes are defined, but methods and procedures may vary based on professional judgment or precedent. Considerable latitude for unreviewed action. Confers with supervisor on unusual matters. Coordinates the work of others on projects and may assign work to and assist less experienced professionals or support staff. May act in an advisory capacity to managers or faculty. Knows and applies advanced concepts, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization, with awareness of related fields.

Level III – Under general guidance, plans, conducts and leads complex assignments and areas of functional responsibility. Acting with substantial latitude for unreviewed action, applies broad subject matter expertise to solution of significant issues or development of new programs, services, processes, or other initiatives to meet the University’s goals in a specific area. Recommends changes in procedures or policies, and leads change initiatives to completion, often persuading or coordinating work of others outside own department. Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field of specialization to the completion of difficult assignments. Also possesses knowledge of related fields and areas of operation which affect, or are affected by, own area.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$36,890 - $68,670

Job Category
Education/Instructional

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:
Jackson or Dekalb County

State position is located:
AL

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date
11/05/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56802

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts
2. Other