Peer Transition Advisor (Part Time)

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r**Peer Transition Advisor (Part Time)**

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rNorthern Arizona University

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r****Special Information****

• This position is a hybrid position which allows the incumbent to
  
  

complete their work at both an NAU site, campus, or facility and at

a non-centralized site with or without accommodation.

• This position is subject to the availability of funding. The
  
  

incumbent is not eligible for Service Professional non-renewal

notice, or Classified Staff layoff or recall status.

• This position is posted as Peer Transition Advisor, which is a
  
  

working title. The NAU system title for this position is Part-Time

Temporary.

• Driving a vehicle on behalf of the university is anticipated to be a
  
  

regular part of this position. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet

Safety Policy requires all employees who drive on university

business become authorized by submitting Driver\'s license

information for driving record monitoring, and completion of

training appropriate to the level of driving performed. The law

applies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive personal or

university-owned motorized vehicles for any business purpose. More

information on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found on the

NAU website.

• **This is for a part time position, 10-20 hours a week, starting end
  
  

of May 2026 until September/October 2026.**

****About the Department/College****

Arizona GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate

Programs) is a project of Northern Arizona University (NAU), made

possible by a multi-year, multi-million-dollar federal grant and

contributions from partner organizations. Structured under the College

of Education, project administration resides with a State GEAR UP Office

in Phoenix.

The purpose of GEAR UP, as authorized by Congress under the Higher

Education Opportunity Act, is to help level the playing field on college

access for students from low-income communities.

Over the course of three grant cycles since 2000, NAU GEAR UP has

significantly increased high school graduation and postsecondary

enrollment for thousands of students from diverse communities across

Arizona. In addition, through numerous partnerships and collaborations,

GEAR UP has leveraged resources, built capacity, and made a variety of

local and state initiatives possible so that current and future students

gain the opportunity to earn a degree or other postsecondary credential.

For More Information On NAU GEAR UP, Visit

[http://nau.edu/gearup](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7077704&targetURL=http://nau.edu/gearup)

**About the Position**

The Peer Transition Advisor will be responsible for providing

personalized support to graduates from AZ GEAR UP high schools,

assisting them in their enrollment into their first and potential second

year of postsecondary education. This role involves proactive outreach,

advising sessions, and facilitating connections to relevant resources

and support services with special emphasis on assisting students to

complete the FAFSA, college applications, and other tasks to support

their enrollment in a post-secondary institution by the Fall 2026

semester. In addition to this you will provide guidance and support to

students not choosing to pursue post-secondary education at this time.

The position will have the ability to work remotely, with opportunities

to work in-person out of a GEAR UP high school or NAU campus. The hours

may vary from 10-20 hours per week based on the candidates\'

availability.

**Responsibilities Include**

Advising Sessions - 40%

• Conduct virtual or in-person advising sessions on various topics
  
  

including: Assistance with completi g the Free Application for

Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

• Guidance on the college application process.
• Support with college enrollment steps, including navigating student
  
  

portals and completing necessary documentation.

• Offer specific guidance, based on provided materials, regarding
  
  

Resources Available On College Campuses, Such As

• Campus health services.
• Mental health support resources.
• Enrollment and admission advisors.
• Financial aid advisors.
• First-generation student support services.
• Scholarship opportunities.
  
  

Outreach and Engagement - 30%

• Initiate communication via text, call, and email GEAR UP students,
  
  

2026 cohort, to request feedback on the GEAR UP program services.

• Maintain regular communication to provide ongoing support and
  
  

guidance, as needed.

• Cold calling will be necessary.
  
  

Referral Coordination - 15%

• Identify instances where students require more in-depth assistance
  
  

or specialized guidance.

• Make appropriate referrals to AZGU (Arizona GEAR UP) State Office
  
  

staff for additional support.

• Make appropriate student connections to SSA (Student Success
  
  

Agency).

Communication Leadership - 10%

Lead efforts to keep students informed by providing deadline reminders

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