Education Talent Search

Job Title:
Education Talent Search (ETS) Project Advisor II

Location:
UNG - Gainesville

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job ID:
291815

About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Education Talent Search (ETS) Project Advisor II on the Gainesville campus. The Educational Talent Search (ETS) Advisor supports middle and high school students in the Gainesville City School District by providing direct academic and career services designed to promote high school graduation and postsecondary enrollment. ETS identifies and assists individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds with the potential to succeed in higher education. The program provides academic, career, and financial counseling; publicizes financial aid opportunities; assists with postsecondary applications; and encourages those who have not completed high school or college to reenter and complete their education. The goal of ETS is to increase the number of youth from disadvantaged backgrounds who graduate high school, enroll in, and complete postsecondary education. This role combines direct student services, outreach, data management, and program compliance. The position requires a commitment to student success, frequent collaboration with schools and community partners, and the flexibility to travel for program activities.

This position is funded by the U.S. Department of Education, and continuation is contingent upon annual renewal of grant funding.

Please be advised that*
any
offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.
As a public institution, the university¿s ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.
If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at
*Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Outreach: The ETS Advisor plans, schedules, and coordinates the recruitment, selection, and orientation of program participants, while conducting outreach at target schools, community organizations, and other appropriate settings.
• Academic & Student Support: The advisor provides intentional academic interventions to promote high school graduation and immediate postsecondary enrollment, including services such as college and career planning, rigorous course advising, financial literacy and financial aid counseling, employability skills training, and standardized test preparation.
• Workshops & Enrichment Activities: The advisor develops and leads workshops, small groups, and individual advising sessions, and plans and implements cultural, career, and college campus visits, while also coordinating program marketing and communication activities.
• Student Case Management: The advisor conducts ongoing review of student caseloads by completing needs assessments, developing academic plans, monitoring postsecondary enrollment progress, and guiding students in scholarship exploration and financial aid requirements.
• Data & Compliance: The advisor maintains accurate and confidential participant records, including transcripts, test scores, GPA, academic and career plans, scholarships, and event participation, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and assists with preparation of required reports such as the U.S. Department of Education Annual Performance Report (APR).
• Travel & Supervision: The advisor ensures the safety and security of minors during program activities, including day and overnight trips, and is required to travel on weekends, during spring break, in the summer, and on teacher workdays as scheduled.
• Additional Duties: The advisor performs other related duties as assigned by the Project Director.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of academic advising, standardized testing, college admissions, financial aid processes, etc.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years experience working for a TRIO federal program or similar program serving low-income and potential first-generation college students (grades 6-12).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Experience providing academic advising services, 21 st Century employability skills, non-cognitive skills, college, career, financial aid, and economic literacy, information to secondary school students (grades 6-12).
• Degree in counseling, education, psychology, student personnel, public administration, business, or social science field preferred.

Proposed Salary

Standard Hiring Range: $44,094 - $48,504

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will travel 1% - 24%.
• This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
Background Check

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