Grant-Funded Advisor​/Career Coordinator, Educational Center

Grant-Funded Advisor/Career Coordinator, Educational Opportunity Center

Del Mar College seeks an experienced professional to serve as the Academic Advisor/Career Coordinator for the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC), a U.S. Department of Education grant‑funded program. The role is a key support and advocacy resource dedicated to assisting low‑income, first‑generation, underrepresented, veteran, and non‑traditional students in achieving academic, career, and personal success.

• Provide proactive daily outreach and individualized academic, career, and personal support based on each student’s educational goals and needs.
• Assist students in navigating secondary education options, including high school completion and GED pathways, as well as postsecondary admissions, academic programs, degree requirements, and apprenticeship opportunities.
• Support students in understanding and completing financial aid processes, including FAFSA and other funding opportunities.
• Coordinate recruitment and intake efforts by guiding prospective participants through the application process and ensuring required forms and documentation are accurately completed and submitted.
• Serve as a Del Mar College and community resource expert, connecting students to tutoring, counseling, academic advising, mentoring opportunities, career development events, disability services, food pantry, and other campus and community support services.
• Advocate for students by facilitating referrals and promoting effective use of available resources.
• Develop and deliver workshops, presentations, and outreach activities on academic success, financial aid, college readiness, GED attainment options, and career development.
• Represent TRIO EOC at campus and community events to promote program awareness, recruitment, and student engagement.
• Provide students with comprehensive information on the full range of financial aid programs and assist them in identifying and applying for scholarships.
• Record and maintain accurate documentation of student interactions, services provided, and program outcomes.
• Prepare and submit data for annual reports and other required federal, institutional, and grant‑related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with TRIO EOC guidelines and institutional policies related to data management, confidentiality, and reporting.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Administration, Counseling, or related fields.
• Two (2) years of experience planning and implementing tutorial services for low‑income, first‑generation college students and students with disabilities.
• Two (2) years of experience with academic advising, academic assessment, study skills development, and designing Student Success Plans for EOC eligible students.
• Experience working with postsecondary administrators, faculty, and staff.
• Knowledge of career development theories, challenges, and best practices for low‑income and first‑generation students; knowledge of secondary and postsecondary education systems; knowledge of financial aid systems and regulations; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and data tracking technologies.

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience with grant and federal TRIO programs.
• Skilled in use of database software such as Blumen/Student Access, Etrieve, Datatel, Colleague, and Civitas.
• Knowledge of FERPA laws.

This is a security‑sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions.

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.