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California State University, San Bernardino

Academic Advisor/ Educational Talent Search
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Position Number: 1531899
Location: San Bernardino, CA
Position Type: Academic Advising

Academic Advisor/ Educational Talent Search
California State University, San Bernardino

Overview
Employment Status: Temporary, "non-exempt", position through August 31, 2019 (Appointment may be renewed annually based upon satisfactory job performance and funding).

Work Schedule: 40 hours per week. Schedule to be arranged, but typically, Monday-Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm though some nights and weekend work may be required

Salary: $2,523.73 - $3,425.06 per month

First Review Deadline: This position will remain open until filled.

There are three full-time positions available.

Typical Activities
Under minimal supervision of the Talent Search Assistant Director, the Academic Advisor will work independently to:

Recruit and retain program participants in middle school
Provide assessment to all program participants, including performing an assessment on new program participants within 30 days of their entrance into either program for the purpose of establishing baseline data, conducting assessment tests no less than once per year, and obtaining annual CST scores for all program participants.
Create an Individual Academic Plan (IAP) or similar educational plan for each middle school program participant within two weeks from when the participant gains admission into the program and completes assessment, careful to ensure that the plan includes a clear goal toward meeting A-G college admission requirement.
Lead bimonthly small group and individual skills development sessions.
Lead activities designed to promote career awareness and aid in the development of a career plan with long range academic and skills building goals.
Expose students to cultural activities that expand their understanding of STEAM and community.
Provide opportunities for academic growth and tutoring.
Assist with the development and implementation of a peer-mentoring program.
Meet with each program participant no less than once per semester to review their IAP or alternative plan, providing modifications or additions as necessary.
Communicate with school counselors, administration, and other support personnel to ensure that academic progress is shared, accurate, and consistent for each program participant.
Provide advice and assistance in secondary and postsecondary course selection to program participants, when applicable.
Act as the primary point of contact between Educational Talent Search staff and program participants for all academic related matters, such as G.P.A, weekly grade reports, probationary program status, and successful progress towards earning a high school diploma.
Act as the primary contact with school administration and registrar for the purpose of obtaining quarterly grade reports, semester grade reports, transcripts, and other academic records, in order to ensure that such information is as up-to-date as possible.
Encourage the intellectual development of students.
Provide mentorship to students, such as the development and oversight of an ETS Club at each target school.
Ensure that Talent Search is highly publicized in each service school, including distributing brochures and other media.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and monitor education plans for each student.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of college entrance application processes, financial aid requirements, scholarships, and programs of study.
Contact and meet with parents to discuss progress of students.
Advocate for the various needs of Educational Talent Search.
Address student concerns when issues arise.
Work with the Educational Talent Search staff to conduct a review of program components;
Assist with coordinating logistics for Educational Talent Search events.
Assist with collecting data for the Annual Performance Reports (including collection, accuracy and verification of data).
Plan, coordinate, and assist with the execution of all program related activities.
Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be in at least junior standing pursuing a Bachelor's degree and have a minimum of one year of professional experience. Bachelor's Degree Preferred.
The candidate is required to have knowledge of the A-G requirements, requirements for high school graduation and a general understanding of the postsecondary admissions and financial aid processes and criteria.
Bilingual/Spanish preferred.
Applicants must have strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Applicants must possess the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information, along with the ability to work cooperatively with a diverse group of people, exercise sound judgement, determine priorities, complete assigned projects in a timely manner and work well under tight deadlines.
Strong preference will be given to candidates that have received TRiO-specific training, such as the trainings sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education.
Strong preference will be given to candidates who have succeeded in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the project's target population.

Supplemental Information
Supplemental Information

UEC is an EOE - Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. This position will remain open until filled. This has been designated as a sensitive position. The selected candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation to include a criminal history check and Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

Benefits include:

Medical
Dental
Vision
Flex Cash option
CalPERS Retirement
CalPers 457
Group Term Life/ Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
Holidays
Personal Holiday
Vacation accruals
Sick pay accruals
Educational Assistance
Workers' Compensation
Unemployment Insurance
State Disability Insurance

To view full description and to apply, visit: https://www.csusb.edu