TRIO Student Support Services Advisor (Muskogee)

JOB TITLE: Student Advisor/TRIO Student Support Services

REPORTS TO: Director of Student Support Services

CLASSIFICATION: Professional I

STATUS: Full-time, Non-Exempt

LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT: 12-month continuing position

JOB OVERVIEW: The Academic Advisor acts as a liaison for the TRIO-Student Support Services department. The advisor supports several critical areas for advancement in higher education. This includes class schedule advisement, degree completion, career and the transfer process to 4-year institutions, and more as required under TRIO guidelines.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work hours best suited for the success of the program
• Provide academic advisement for 180 student participants
• Recruit program participants from student body
• Maintain monthly contacts with program participants
• Maintain case files on each participant
• Assist in planning and implementing student activities
• Assist in the coordination of academic, career/transfer, and financial workshops for participants
• Provide direct services to students-career/transfer advisement
• Conduct workshops and presentations
• Assist the Director with special projects
• Act as a liaison with other colleges, universities, and postsecondary institutions
• Maintain all necessary files and documentation

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of academic and career assessment instruments
• Ability to relate to multicultural diverse individuals
• Strong interpersonal communications skills
• Knowledge of careers and education/training needed to pursue those careers
• Knowledge of financial aid programs and application procedures
• Knowledge of scholarships/grants available (national, state, local and specialized) and application procedures
• Strong computer/software skills
• Knowledge of career/academic technology/software
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to act ethically and socially responsible

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, counseling, education or related field
• Prior experience in higher education academic advising required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to bend, stoop, and lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be flexible to work hours best suited for the success of the program
• Must be able to drive a college vehicle for SSS off campus events
• Location(s): Warner, Muskogee West Campus, Port Campus

Application:

Submit a CSC employment application, transcript(s) and resume to:

Connors State College

Human Resources

700 College Rd

Warner, OK 74469

E-mail: cschr@connorsstate.edu

Phone: 918-463-6334

Website: https://connorsstate.edu/hr/jobs/

Connors State College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-Verify Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $30,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Academic advising: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Muskogee, OK 74401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30,000 - $35,000