TOP (TRIO) Student Success Advisor

Position Summary

The Tech Opportunities Program (TOP) is Oregon Tech’s federally funded TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program. TRIO SSS is designed to support the academic success, retention, and graduation of first-generation, low-income students, and students with disabilities.

The TOP (TRIO) Student Success Advisor provides holistic, wraparound advising and support to a caseload of approximately 75 students participating in the program. This position supports student success by offering academic, financial, career, and personal advising; teaching student success courses; coordinating program events; and supervising peer mentors. This position requires occasional evening and overnight travel to support student programs and attend professional conferences.

The Advisor collaborates with campus and community partners to connect students with appropriate resources and ensure compliance with federal TRIO regulations.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about advancing equity in higher education and supporting historically underserved student populations

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field
• One (1) year of experience providing direct service, advising, or support to student or client populations
• Experience working with or supporting individuals from low-income or underserved backgrounds, and an understanding of systemic barriers to education
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience advising or supporting college students
• Experience working with first-generation, low-income, or students with disabilities
• Prior participation in or employment with a TRIO program or similar program serving historically underserved populations
• Bilingual or multilingual skills (Spanish preferred)