Trio Student Support Services Advisor

TRIO Student Support Services Advisor

Coe College is seeking qualified candidates for the position of TRIO Student Support Services Advisor. This position assists the Director of TRIO SSS in creating, developing, and implementing programming for first-generation, low-income, and disabled TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) participants, including academic advising, tutoring, financial and economic literacy, graduate school preparation, career exploration, leadership development, and cultural enrichment. May teach and/or facilitate credit-bearing courses for TRIO SSS participants.

This full-time position (12 months) is grant-funded through August 2025. Employment for this position beyond the current grant cycle is contingent upon continued funding.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director with recruiting eligible students.

• Provide individual skills assessments and consultations.

• Carry and advise a caseload of 70-80 TRIO SSS participants on academic planning, tutoring resources, financial and economic literacy, financial aid, graduate school preparation, career exploration, leadership development, and personal goals.

• Prepare and lead group programming in academic, financial and personal development.

• Maintain records of contacts in Blumen Online.

• Function as a liaison and/or advocate for students with campus and community offices; refer students to appropriate college resources.

• Provide on-going support for special projects initiated by the Director including, but not limited to, the Federal Annual Performance Report submitted to the U.S. Department of Education, strategic planning, and program/participant data analysis.

• Engage in ongoing professional development through TRIO Priority Trainings, seminars, association meetings, webinars, conferences, etc.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.

• Experience working with disadvantaged students, students from underrepresented populations, and/or students with disabilities.

• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

• Successful completion of background check and driver check in accordance with Coe College policy.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

Position Specific:

• Experience in gathering and analyzing a variety of data related to the academic needs, interests, and educational and social background of students.

• Experience teaching/training in various settings including in a classroom and with small groups and individuals.

• Knowledge of the issues and challenges facing students who are first-generation, low-income, and/or disabled in higher education.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in computer use such as Microsoft Office, database management, and social media.

• Experience handling confidential information with professionalism and diplomacy.

• Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and best practices affecting student rights and privacy and data collection and reporting requirements.

• Have competent understanding of and/or overcome barriers similar to those confronting the SSS eligible students.

Coe Competencies:

• Dedication to the educational mission of a private, residential liberal arts college.

• Ability to maintain positive relationships in a collaborative and diverse team atmosphere.

• Commitment to excellent customer and/or student service.

• Demonstrated ethical and responsible decision making.

• Consistent attendance and accountability necessary to meet position objectives.

Certification/Licensure Required

• Valid driver's license.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Standard office environment.

• Ability and willingness to work a schedule that includes some evenings and weekends, with overnight travel.

Coe College is a selective, private, nationally recognized four-year coeducational liberal arts institution that has provided a superior education for students in a residential setting since 1851. With 1,400 students, Coe's attractive campus is located in the heart of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, a metropolitan area of 250,000 people, providing a variety of cultural and recreational opportunities.

Coe College, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and especially encourages applications that will fulfill that mission.