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TRIO Talent Search Advisor for Braswell High School

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Denton, Texas, United States

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Title: TRIO Talent Search Advisor for Braswell High School

Employee Classification: Program Project Specialist

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Student Engagement

Department: UNT-UNT TRIO-160570

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $47,232.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS 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 University of North Texas Health 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

TRIO is a group of federally funded programs hosted by the University of North Texas serving various target areas for the purpose of increasing the number of college degreed people in the area. Talent Search is one of the TRIO pre-college programs serving middle and high school programs.

Position Overview

This position is for a college prep advisor who will be located at Braswell High School to recruit for the TRIO Talent Search Program. The candidate will serve approximately 230 Denton High School students assisting them with academic skill development and college/career exploration and choosing a course of postsecondary or career placement. This is a TRIO Talent Search Program position.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and one year of related experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent customer service skills. Ability to provide leadership for student employees and volunteers. Experience in networking across departments and programs. Ability to communicate and work with the population. Strong organizational skills and ability to simultaneously execute multiple projects. Excellent verbal and written communication, and computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Will give preference to candidates with TRIO experience, either as a professional or participant. Experience with and/or knowledge of the financial aid process. Experience with and/or knowledge of the college application process. Preference given to candidates familiar with the BHS campus or DISD schools.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Tx Drivers License

Job Duties

Provide information about Talent Search to school administrators, students, and community organizations. Nurture strong working relationships within the school staff.
Recruitment and Documentation: Recruit and retain a minimum of 230 eligible participants, providing them with at least 2 Talent Search services per school semester. Document all services and student information into the Talent Search student database, including necessary files and documents as per the TRIO guidelines.
Prepare and administer lessons in the areas of academic success, financial literacy, life skills, career and college exploration following the approved TS curriculum guide.
Coordinate and participate in college and career field trips or events for participants during the school year and summer.
Participate in trainings, staff development, staff meetings and maintain good communication between team members and supervisor.
Meet with senior students on a consistent basis to guide them to successful high school graduation, college acceptance, college enrollment and receipt of financial aid, or Apprenticeship placement. This includes assistance in successful completion of college admission test prep, resume-writing, essay-writing, FAFSA submittal, scholarship app submittals and all final steps to secure college enrollment.
Responsible for ensuring that TS Objectives are met for assigned student caseload and documentation is accurate.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm, some weekend and evening work

Driving University Vehicle

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, 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. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration 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 a related investigation or proceeding.

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