College Adviser

1 week ago


Manhattan, United States Kansas State University Full time

About This Role: About Kansas State College Advising Corps (KSCAC)KSCAC is a college access program aiming to support high school students in finding their best-fit postsecondary pathway. As part of the College Advising Corps network, KSCAC aims to increase the number of first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students who enter and complete higher education. We hire recent college graduates to serve as College Advisers full-time in high schools across the state of Kansas. Our College Advisers work closely with students to ensure that they are aware of all options, whether it be community college, four-year university, workforce, or military.Serve as a College AdviserCollege advisers and gain invaluable leadership, work, and life skills that are necessary and transferable to any profession. Being an adviser is a transformative experience, contributing to a national movement to ensure all students have access to economic mobility and success.College Advisers aim to help students find a “best-fit” post-secondary opportunity in order to increase the likelihood of post-secondary success in college or career. Additionally, advisers create and foster a college-going culture by engaging administration, teachers, and staff to help build an environment that encourages and supports college attendance and completion. The advisers are available to assist all students and families.Day-to-day, College Advisers will report to their high school site placement in order to: Advise students through individual, small group, and classroom settingsProvide guidance in all aspects of the college and career planning processReview college applications with studentsHost a variety of college planning and financial aid workshopsFacilitate campus toursAssist with ACT preparation and registrationEnsure student participation in college exploration opportunities, such as college fairs, summer programs, and campus representative visitsProduce and disseminate materials targeted to family and community membersHelp students find scholarship resourcesAssist students in understanding and completing the FAFSA as well as related forms Where We ServeAdvisers work at one high school in a full-time, in-person capacity in one of the following regions: Kansas CitySouthwestern KansasWichita Why Join Us: Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available Principles of Community. What You’ll Need to Succeed: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree Preferred Qualifications: Verbal and written communications skillsOrganizational skills, including the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressureSelf-motivated with demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independentlyAble to work in a diverse and changing environmentExperience working with youth from economically disadvantaged backgroundsExperience or knowledge of college admissions and financial aid processesVerbal and written communication skills in Spanish Other Requirements: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.



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