TRIO Talent Search Advisor

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Active FT Staff Professional Marion, OH, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $47,742.00 To $50,129.00 Annually

The Student is….

The most important person at MTC

Without students, there would be no need for our positions.

….not a cold enrollment statistic,

But a flesh and blood human being with feelings and emotions like our own.

…not someone to be tolerated so we can do our thing.

The student is our thing.

** Marion Technical College is seeking candidates for two positions within this posting: one full-time position and one part-time position scheduled for 29 hours per week. Both positions are fully grant-funded. Applicants may indicate their preference for full-time or part-time employment when applying.

Support the administration of the TRIO Talent Search (TRIO TS) program at Marion Technical College (the “College”) under the direction of the TRIO TS Director. Adhere to the parameters outlined in the TRIO TS grant agreement. Advance the mission of the College to provide the region’s most accessible, supportive, and personal pathway to career success.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled persons, covered by the Americans With Disabilities Act, in accordance with its requirements.

• Recruiting and Outreach:
  Recruit and enroll the required number of eligible and qualified participants in accordance with federal grant requirements. Conduct outreach and marketing activities and provide presentations to students, parents/guardians, school personnel, and other stakeholders regarding the purpose, services, and benefits of the TRIO Talent Search program. Assist with the development of marketing and recruitment materials and support program communication efforts, including social media and website content, as appropriate.
• Event Planning and Program Implementation:
  Research, plan, and implement academically enriching experiences and services designed to promote positive academic, educational, career, and personal outcomes for program participants. Coordinate program activities with schools, colleges, employers, community organizations, and other partners.
• Academic, College and Career Advising:
  Provide individualized academic, college, and career advising to an assigned caseload of program participants. Build positive, collaborative, supportive, and empowering relationships with students and assist them in identifying and overcoming barriers to educational success. Conduct appropriate educational and career assessments, including career interest inventories, and assist participants in developing individualized educational, postsecondary, and career plans. Provide guidance related to academic preparation, high school completion, postsecondary education options, college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, career exploration, and educational pathways.
• School and Community Liaison:
  Establish and maintain strong working relationships with teachers, counselors, administrators, and other school personnel to coordinate services and support program participants. Collaborate with school and community stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of TRIO Talent Search services and activities.
• Administrative Responsibilities and Grant Compliance:
  Follow all required recordkeeping procedures and maintain program records in accordance with federal regulations, grant requirements, institutional policies, and College procedures. Assist with…