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TRIO Talent Search Academic Advisor for Cortez Schools



Position Summary:

The advisor works with eligible middle and high school students in Cortez schools as outlined in the TRIO Talent Search grant to ensure success in middle and high school and advancement to postsecondary education.

Job Description:

TRIO Talent Search Academic Advisor—Cortez Schools

Position Description

The advisor works with eligible middle and high school students in Cortez schools as outlined in the TRIO Talent Search grant. This position requires day travel to Cortez three days per week as well as one day of weekly work on the Fort Lewis College campus. Advisors assist students with postsecondary school admissions, financial aid and scholarship applications, academic planning, and career and leadership development, so that they have the opportunity and knowledge to continue their education beyond high school.

Duties
  • Adheres to all conditions presented in the Talent Search grant proposal.
  • Plans and implements innovative academic services, including curriculum development ensuring access to postsecondary opportunities for low income and potential first generation students.
  • Engages in liaison work between the program and families, PSE institutions, target schools and community partners.
  • Plans and maintains weekly visitations to schools.
  • Responsible for collection, organization, and monitoring of individual student contacts and reports required for Talent Search Annual Performance Report and other related program guidelines.
  • Monitors student progress and academic need.
  • Recruits eligible student applicants at target schools and through community organizations.
  • Plans and leads day and overnight program field trips.
Secondary duties
  • Assists in the planning and implementation of parent meetings and related student/parent events
  • Responsible for articles for the newsletter and other program communications
  • Attends state, regional, and national conferences as needed/available
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Reliable personal transportation; ability to travel to target schools and/or Fort Lewis College up to five days a week; work some evenings, and participate in overnight student college field trips
  • Demonstrated commitment to and sensitivity for addressing the needs of economically and educationally disadvantaged youth and adults
  • Experience working with culturally diverse populations of students and their families
  • Minimum one year of experience advising students in academics, career exploration, personal development, leadership, financial aid, and/or college/ vocational school admissions
  • Minimum one year of experience working with secondary (grades 6-12) students in a volunteer or professional capacity
  • Demonstrated experience providing presentations and/or workshops on financial aid, college admissions, leadership and career development, and organizational skills to plan educational trips and other events for students and families
  • Demonstrated experience working and/or collaborating with secondary and post-secondary schools, community-based programs, or service learning programs (teaching, coaching, counseling, outdoor education. etc.)
  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Strong technology skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Zoom
  • Position is subject to a background check
Desirable Qualifications:
  • Experience with TRIO or other educational opportunity programs as a participant or employee.
  • Fluency in Spanish and/or Indigenous language(s) of the Four Corners Region
  • Experience planning and leading field trips with secondary students.
  • Familiarity with Fort Lewis College and/or Four Corners area.
This position will be for 34 hours per week, 10 months per year, with occasional night and weekend events.

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Compensation

The Salary is $34,104, plus a comprehensive benefits package

Application Process
A complete application packet includes:
  • Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position. Include details regarding how your personal and professional experiences position you to encourage a learning environment grounded in equity and inclusion . Answer the following, “How do you envision contributing to Fort Lewis College’s commitment to equity and inclusion?”

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  • Names and contact information for three current, professional references .

Application materials received by June 21, 2023, will receive full consideration. The position will remain open until filled. Successful applicants will be asked to interview, via Zoom, on Wednesday, June 28, 2023.

The successful candidates will be required to submit original, official college transcripts, and pass a background check.

Notice to Prospective Employees:
The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report. The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about:
  • Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy
  • Sexual assault policy
  • Campus security policies
  • Campus/community resources
  • The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment
  • Where to find registered sex offender information
  • Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years
  • Reporting crimes
The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways:
By going to the internet website at: www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request. You can reach them at (970) 247-7331.

Equal Opportunity
Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex*, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE.

Discrimination Questions?

Office of the Equal Opportunity Coordinator
David Pirrone
192 Education Business Hall
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu

Questions about Title IX sex discrimination?
Office of the Title 9 Coordinator
Kate Suazo
230 Skyhawk Station
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-6729 cmsuazo@fortlewis.edu

Information about Fort Lewis College’s alcohol and drug policy, sexual assault policy, campus security policies, campus crime statistics, fire safety procedures and fire statistics, and campus/community resources can be found in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Hard copies are available upon request.

* Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Fort Lewis College may be directed to FLC's Title IX Coordinator and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education.

ADAA Accommodations
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone 970-247-7459 or email kpolens@fortlewis.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

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