"TRIO Upward Bound - Student Success Advisor"

Job Details

Position Information

Position Title
TRIO Upward Bound - Student Success Advisor

Classification Title
Hourly Full Time (1.0 FTE)

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligibility

Department
Upward Bound

Job Description

The Student Success Advisor is responsible for meeting the academic and personal needs of TRIO Upward Bound students.

• Recruit students at each of the target schools to meet the # of participant requirements
• Monitor students’ academic progress
• Coordinate and implement extra academic coaching
• Follow up with students, parents, teachers, and academic coaches as needed regarding student progress
• Maintain a presence in each of the target schools
• Coordinate and lead parent and student groups
• Provide individual and group counseling/advising; refer students and families to other agencies as needed
• Assist in developing and maintaining student files that comply with state and federal regulations
• Facilitate summer instruction based on student and program-identified needs (social, academic, skills development)
• Coordinate a program of student career exploration opportunities including internships, job shadowing, and volunteer opportunities
• Coordinate Friday Sessions that meet the students’ college/career prep and academic, social, and emotional needs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in social work, education, administration or equivalent experience
• Bilingual English & Spanish languages required.
• Experience working with an educational program and/or similar projects
• Experience working with youth of disadvantaged backgrounds
• Experience with financial aid and preparing students for college admission
• Experience developing and implementing programs and workshops
• Appreciation for and experience working with diverse cultures
• Prior supervisory experience
• Organized and detail oriented
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Flexible schedule
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Google Suite Products, Excel, Publisher and SPSS preferred

Physical Demands

This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
2023-318SR

Job Posting Open Date
09/26/2025

Job Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Is this position available for sponsorship
No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

1. How do you track student academic progress, and what steps would you take if a student is falling behind? (Open Ended Question)
2. This role requires bilingual skills in English and Spanish. Can you share an example of how you’ve used both languages to support students and families? (Response in Spanish encouraged) (Open Ended Question)
3. Describe a situation where you had to coordinate with parents, teachers, and other staff to help a student succeed. What was your approach and the outcome? (Open Ended Question)
4. What motivates you to work in a program like TRIO Upward Bound, and how would you sustain that motivation during challenging times? (Open Ended Question)