Specialist, TRIO​/Veterans Upward Bound

Specialist, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound

The Specialist, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound works directly with the Assistant Director, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound aiding in the enrollment of the Veterans Upward Bound program provision and documentation for low income, first-generation veterans who are interested in pursuing postsecondary education. This position is grant-funded through August 31, 2027. Continuation of employment beyond August 2027 is contingent upon grant renewal and the availability of grant funds.

Essential Functions

• Provide advising for VUB participants, conduct individual needs assessment; provide financial aid advice.
• Assists in the coordination of intake applications, electronic and paper materials and other related information.
• Provide support and referral to college and community resources.
• Provide academic, vocational, career, and financial aid planning and progression monitoring.
• Provide support services to Veterans including assistance with admission, financial aid and program advising.
• Collaborate with social service agencies, community organizations and educational programs to identify eligible participants.
• Gather participant progress data and prepare progress reports.
• Participate in professional development activities.
• Monitors and maintains social media presence including but not limited to Facebook, lnstagram, Linkedln, Tik Tok, Snapchat.
• Provide TRIO VUB Program services remotely (as necessary).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• A working knowledge of computers and computer applications, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Evidence of strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with disadvantaged students as well as other students, faculty and staff from a wide variety of racial, ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Evidence of the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a team player.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with multi-cultural populations and awareness of issues affecting women and minorities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree. Field of study related to Business, Education, Social Work, Counseling
• Previous experience working with veterans.
• Previous experience working advising in higher education.
• Previous experience working with disadvantaged and/or underrepresented students on a college campus or in higher education.
• Experience supervising student staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree

Minimum Expectations:

• Travel as needed
• College events and professional development

Job Classification:
Staff

Duty Days: 260 Days

Work Schedule:

Varies. Standard college hours are 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday

Grant Funded Position:
Yes - Grant Funded

FLSA Status:
United States of America (Exempt)

Pay Basis:
Hourly

Hiring Range: $34,200.00-$38,475.00

Retirement System: SERS - SERS (Retirement System Classification)