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Gainesville High School Talent Search College Prep Advisor Assistant

 

 

Gainesville High School Talent Search College Prep Advisor Assistant

  • 514924
  • Remote, Texas, United States
  • Hourly
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Title: Talent Search Advisor Assistant

Employee Classification: Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Div of Student Affairs

Department: UNT-Student Affairs-Gen-160000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: 15.00

FTE: 0.48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The UNT TRIO Programs house the following TRIO Programs: Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services. All programs are funded through the U.S. Department of Education. We are a team of dedicated individuals who are working toward increasing the number of college-degreed people in our target areas.

The TRIO Talent Search Program works specifically with middle and high school students only, assisting them with their educational goals toward a college degree.

Position Overview

This position is for a college prep advisor. The position is located in Gainesville TX at Gainesville High School. The candidate will serve approximately 100 high school students assisting them with academic skill development and college/career exploration and choosing a course of postsecondary education.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma and some college work.
Ability to travel between the 5 Talent Search target schools in Denton and Gainesville, TX on a weekly basis with reliable transportation.
Excellent knowledge and skills in the college application and Financial Aid process.
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends to participate in parent nights, weekend field trips, and other TS events.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication, and computer skills.
Must have experience in mentoring and/or tutoring high school students.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience in educating students with their educational goals.
Familiar with the TRIO Talent Search Program processes and goals. Will give preference to candidates with TRIO experience.
Excellent knowledge and skilled in the college application process, the Financial Aid process.
Excellent verbal written communication, and computer skills.
Ability to mentor and tutor middle and high school students.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in educating students in the college prep and financial aid processes.
Familiar with the TRIO Talent Search Program goals and processes.
Will give preference to candidates with TRIO experience, either as a participant or professional.
Demonstrated commitment to meeting the TRIO Talent Search goals.
Familiar with the Gainesville and Denton school campuses.
Experience with student data management entry and recording.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Job Duties:

  • Tutor and mentor Talent Search students as needed on academic skill development. 
  • Maintain files on participants and accurate documentation of services given. 
  • Prepare and conduct academic and college prep workshops for 6th-12th graders. 
  • Work closely with Talent Search staff and school administrators to conduct tasks to ensure that Talent Search Objectives are met each school year. 
  • Assist seniors in completing financial aid and college application completion. 
  • Coordinate and attend events for students such as leadership-building forums and college and career field trips for Denton and Gainesville ISD Talent Search participants. 

Physical Requirements:

Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards:

Noisy environments.
No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule:

Traditional school hours with some flexibility: Monday-Friday: 9:00 am-4:00 pm, some evenings and weekends.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

 

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