Higher Education Support Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States KIPP Chicago Full time

Role Overview:

The College Access Alumni Advisor plays a vital role in supporting KIPP Chicago alumni to achieve their post-secondary goals. As a member of the KIPP Forward Team, you will work closely with students and families to ensure timely submission of applications and financial aid, providing bi-weekly data reports and monitoring progress towards prioritized goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Caseload Management: Maintain continual contact with KIPP alumni to ensure support throughout their college journey.
  • Student Advising: Develop personalized plans to address students' academic, social-emotional, and financial challenges.
  • Relationship Building: Foster positive relationships with students, families, high schools, colleges, and scholarship organizations.
  • College Access: Provide guidance on college application and financial aid processes.
  • Project Management: Plan events for class cohorts and manage special projects to support students through pre-college summer programs and scholarship opportunities.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • Demonstrated success working with underrepresented communities and commitment to KIPP Chicago's mission
  • At least two years of experience managing large caseloads in student advising, academic advising, college counseling, or teaching
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Evidence of meeting/exceeding goals and ability to work under pressure
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive Suite, Salesforce, and willingness to learn new programs/systems
  • Flexibility to work some nights and weekends to connect with KIPP alumni/families and travel around the Chicago area

Compensation:

KIPP Chicago offers a competitive compensation package, including salaries based on experience, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, 403(b) retirement account with match, and robust professional development.



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