"Upward Bound Academic Advisor"

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The UNC Chapel Hill Upward Bound (UB) Program serves a total of 102 high school students across Chatham, Durham, and Lee Counties. It is a year-round Program, consequently students are supported over the course of the academic year (August – June), and during the six-week Summer Program (June – July).

The mission of the UB Program is to help high school students gain admission into higher education – specifically into colleges and universities. The UB Scholar demographic includes; first generation, low income and/or underrepresented minority students. Over 70% of UNC Chapel Hill UB Scholars are first generation and underrepresented minority (primarily comprised of African American and Latinx students).

UB Scholars are driven and ambitious students who aspire to gain admission into college, but do not have the resources/tools to do it on their own. The Program takes a holistic approach to serving students by collaborating with the student, their high school teachers/counselors, and parents/guardians.

The UB Academic Advisor is responsible for the oversight of academic performance, curricular exposure and college admissions preparation. The selected candidate will provide advising in one-on-one meetings, and in small group sessions. They will be responsible for regularly communicating with students, their school teachers, counselors, and parents/guardians. In addition, the selected candidate will expose UB Scholars to test preparation resources, such as SAT/ACT, provide information concerning FASFA, help students to research colleges and universities to determine best fit, affordability, and campus support services.

The UB Academic Advisor will provide the aforesaid services to students during After School Sessions (held weekly), and Saturday Enrichment Academy (SEA) Sessions (held two Saturday's monthly). The SEA sessions are facilitated on campus, and transportation is provided free-of-charge to UB Scholars. In summary, the UB Academic Advisor is responsible for all curricular components of the Program. Additionally, the selected candidate responsibilities comprise planning and implementation that include, but are not limited to, the Upward Bound six-week Summer Residential Program, Orientation, Decision Day, and the UB Community Fair.

Education and Experience: Experience with TRiO or other similar equity programs and building community partnerships, promoting education and networking skills is a plus. Evidence reflecting successful work with teachers, administrators, community persons, and or counselors. Preference will be given to candidates that are bilingual (i.e. Spanish speaking).

Essential Skills: Experience should include a minimum of 1-3 years of high school counseling social work, pre-college college access, community organization leadership, grant management, financial aid, and or public relations. Strong communication and effective presentation skills with middle and high school students, adult learners, and college access professionals are essential. A valid North Carolina driver's license.

AA/EEO Statement: The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.