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**About The University Corporation**

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
Under the supervision of the Director of TRIO programs, the Advising Coordinator will provide academic, career and personal advisement to participants of the Upward Bound Program in order to prepare participants for enrollment in a postsecondary institution. Assist in the identification and recruitment of project participants (i.e., recruitment, screening, selection, and retention). In collaboration with the Director of TRIO programs and Assistant Director of TRIO programs will assist with the planning, coordination, and implementation of Saturday Academy, Summer Residential Program, and cultural and academic components. Administer assessment tools for participants, interpret results, develop an individualized Educational Plan (IEP) and monitor the academic performance and progress of each participant. Coordinate educational and cultural enrichment activities for participants.

**Qualifications**:

- Planning and Implementation:_
- Coordinate and provide academic, career and personal advisement to high school participants in the Upward Bound project and disseminate specific information on educational and career opportunities.
- Assist in the identification, recruitment, screening, selection, and retention of eligible program participants.
- Plan, coordinate, and implement college tours, cultural and/or career enrichment activities for project participants.
- Assist in the planning, coordination, and development of instructional curriculum and educational activities for project participants, including Saturday Academy and a 6-week summer enrichment/residential program.
- Develop and teach career development, life skills, study skills, financial aid, financial literacy, leadership, and college admission and preparation workshops.
- Coordinate services to support participant’s academic success (i.e., tutoring services).
- Advise project participants on financial aid, financial literacy, and college admission requirements.
- Refer participants to appropriate community/social agencies for service.
- Provide information on required exams for college entrance (i.e., PSAT, SAT, ACT) and assist with coordinating college entrance prep course.
- Work closely with Student Outreach and Recruitment (SOAR) and other departments on campus (i.e., Educational Opportunity Program, Talent Search, Student Support Services, Admissions, Financial Aid, Housing, Career Services, and Academic Departments) to implement programs services for project participants.
- Develop and maintain accurate and complete participant records of project participants in secondary school, which includes records reflecting the enrollment of participants through college graduation.
- Collect data to measure and review the project participants’ academic growth, which includes participation and attendance in project activities and services, academic courses completed, and high school competency test requirements.
- Supervision/Personnel:_
- Assist in the recruitment, selection, training, monitoring, and evaluate performance of academic year and summer program staff: tutor mentors and residential advisor staff.
- Train and assist student assistants/tutoring staff with learning skills diagnosis, remediation and academic advising of participants.
- Distribute necessary progress reports and evaluations to high school registrars and staff.
- Will oversee tutoring sessions.
- Informational/Instructional Services:_
- Effectively communicate and maintain cooperative working relationships with school personnel, parents, and community agencies regarding program services and activities.
- Visit community and social service agencies to inform them of the availability of Upward Bound services and facilitate discussion/presentations on planning for college admission and financial aid.
- Assist in developing and creating flyers, program publications, and literature in English and Spanish for parents intended to assist them in working effectively with students.
- With input from program staff and school personnel, assist in designing a comprehensive instructional curriculum that provides support necessary to facilitate the educational pursuits of program participants
- Other:_
- Attend University of California and California State University Counselor Conferences.
- Attend training sessions pertaining to federal financial aid and financial literacy.
- Attend professional development conference, workshops, and meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**:
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavior sciences, counseling, education, psychology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred. Two years working with middle school, secondary, or postsecondary students. Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and characteristics of low income, first generation, disadvantaged, and minority students. Experience in administering assessments and interpreti