College Access Specialist

4 days ago


Lincoln, Nebraska, United States EducationQuest Foundation Full time
Job Title:

College Access Specialist

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated and passionate College Access Specialist to join our team at the EducationQuest Foundation. As a key member of our staff, you will play a vital role in providing support to the daily activities of our College Access Program.

The primary purpose of this program is to expose and prepare students for college exploration, college planning, and career planning, starting as early as 6th grade. You will help develop and facilitate programming to provide early college access information through our Look2College and KnowHow2GO programs to middle school students (grades 6-8), school counselors, other educators, and families.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement effective programming to expose and prepare students for college exploration, college planning, and career planning.
  • Provide support to the daily activities of our College Access Program, including developing and facilitating programming to provide early college access information.
  • Collaborate with middle school students, school counselors, other educators, and families to promote college access and success.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited, four-year college or university is required.
  • Two years of related experience and/or training in middle school education, or working with youth (e.g., in education, religious organizations, or with high-risk youth) is highly preferred.
  • Superior communication and presentation skills, effective with both middle school students and school professionals.
  • Impeccable attention to detail paired with project management experience and strong analytical and quantitative skills.
  • Exceptional organizational abilities, including planning, prioritizing, and maintaining scheduling and event calendars.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
  • Remarkable collaboration skills with a proven ability to establish rapport and build relationships.
  • Ability to provide personal transportation and maintain automotive insurance.
  • Successful completion of a background check is required.
What We Offer:
  • Support: We foster a positive environment with comprehensive training, annual performance reviews, and opportunities for salary increases to help you succeed.
  • Work-Life Balance: We prioritize maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal life.
  • Competitive Pay: We offer attractive compensation to reward your skills and contributions.
  • Benefits Enjoy a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and two retirement plans with a 100% 401(k) match.
  • Education: We support your professional growth with tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year.
  • Paid Time Off: Benefit from 10 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, a paid Christmas week closure, plus 12 days of vacation and 10 days of sick leave annually.
Estimated Salary Range:

$60,000 - $75,000 per annum



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