Educational Advisor (Student Support Specialist III)

Grant-funded, 10-month, on-site position at Bluegrass Community & Technical College – Danville Campus.

About the role

Responsible for developing and providing direct services to participants to facilitate academic achievement, persistence, graduation, and transfer. The Educational Advisor provides case management services and instruction to participants in Student Support Services who are low income, first generation, and/or disabled. Reports to the Director of Student Support Services.

Responsibilities

• Assist in participant recruitment, selection, and intake.
• Develop and monitor individualized Success Plans with students.
• Provide career, personal/social, and academic advising and instruction to all program participants.
• Organize and conduct workshops, field trips, study groups, and other activities.
• Work cooperatively with college faculty, advisors, financial aid office, career counseling, transfer center, and other departments to coordinate services to SSS participants.
• Keep accurate records relating to services provided to participants.
• Assist in the development and implementation of program evaluation activities.
• Conduct Summer Bridge program orientation and recognition events.
• Coordinate peer mentor activities.
• Participate in Student Development and Enrollment Management Division programs and services.
• Attend professional meetings and training sessions.
• Occasional travel, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to commute in a variety of settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Experience/training in providing individualized counseling and/or coaching.
• Familiarity with academic assessment, advising and support, and career guidance and resources.
• Understanding of financial aid procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of the unique needs of students requiring additional support.
• Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to individuals from a variety of backgrounds, building trust, fostering positive relationships, and providing supportive guidance to help them achieve their goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Pay

$22.23 per hour, 37.5 hours per week.

Benefits

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents.
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Work-life balance.
• 9.5 paid holidays.
• 2 weeks institutional closing pay (last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions.
• Employee Assistance Program.