College Advising Corps Adviser
- Employer
- The University of Chicago
- Location
- Hyde Park Campus
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Job location: Hyde Park Campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2019-03-20
Req: JR04456
Please make sure to read the job posting in its entirety as it reflects both the University roles and responsibilities, followed by the specific description.Department59678 Enrollment And Student AdvanceAbout the UnitFounded in 2005 at the University of Virginia, College Advising Corps works to increase the number of first-generation college going, low-income, and/or underrepresented students who apply, enter, and complete college. From 2005 to 2016, College Advising Corps has served over 848,000 students in high schools across America. Today, after more than a decade of growth and impact, with more than 600 advisers, we serve students in 14 states, in high schools both rural and urban, from New York City to the Rio Grande Valley to the San Francisco Bay Area. During the 2017-18 academic year, the UChicago College Advising Corps held individual meetings with over 92% of the seniors within ten partner sites and helped 95% of seniors to submit at least one college application. Within those same ten schools, 84% of students submitted the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and over $80 million in scholarships and financial aid were won.Job FamilyStudent Affairs & ServicesResponsible for services targeting the physical, emotional, academic, and financial well-being of students, including but not limited to admissions, enrollment, athletics, career services, residence life, student activities, counseling, and health programs.Career Track and Job LevelRole ImpactResponsibilities
UChicago College Advising Corps Advisers assist students with admission, financial aid, and scholarship applications. The Advisers support the guidance departments at each of their partner schools to develop and implement strategic plans to reach out to students and their parents, and to help them with college, scholarship, and financial aid applications. Advisers also work to increase the college-going culture at each of their schools by working one-on-one with students, conducting group presentations, and coordinating whole school events.
Additional Responsibilities
1)Work full-time in a Chicagoland high school as a post-secondary coach.
2) Meet one-on-one with high school students, guiding them through the college application and matriculation process.
3) Support families as they register for standardized testing, complete the FAFSA, submit college applications, and process financial aid letters.
4) Attend monthly training sessions with other advisers in the network.
Unit Preferred Competencies
1) Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and analytical skills.
2) Strong writing, public speaking, and presentation skills.
3) Ability to work with both students and adults in a professional and courteous manner.
4) Requires critical thinking, sound judgment, creativity, and a passion to help students overcome obstacles and realize their college-going potential.
5) Willingness to serve in high schools across the Chicago metropolitan area.
Education, Experience, and CertificationsEducation
1) Undergraduate degree Required
Experience
1) Background in working with students in an academic or mentoring context
2) In-depth knowledge of the college application process
Technical knowledge
1) Microsoft Office
2) Naviance (preferred)
3) Driver’s license (preferred)
Working conditions
1) Working within a within a high school within the Chicagoland metropolitan area.
2) Willingness to work with high school students.
Required documents
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume
3) References
NOTE: When applying, all required documents MUST be uploaded under the Resume/CV section of the application.
FLSA StatusNon-ExemptPay FrequencyBiweeklyPay GradeDepends on QualificationsScheduled Weekly Hours37.5Benefits EligibleYesDrug Test RequiredNoHealth Screen RequiredNoMotor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNoPosting Date2019-03-20-07:00Remove from Posting On or Before2019-09-20-07:00Posting StatementThe University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.Organization
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