TRIO Upward Bound Advisor

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Working Title:

TRIO Upward Bound Advisor

Institution:

Hennepin Technical College

Classification Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 1

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

HENN - Brooklyn Park Campus

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$23.63 - $34.18

Job Description

To assist Upward Bound TRIO students in the areas of career planning, meeting high school requirements, college admission; retention to include academic advising, and career advising, student advocacy, assessment, placement and other related tasks to assure that the student meets his/her educational and/or career goals.

Specific Duties Include:

• Promote retention efforts and student advocacy during the program’s academic year and six-week summer program.
• Develop student relationships and provide networking opportunities, refer students with personal issues that may affect academic progress to counselors or other support systems
• Promote, advise and advocate for potential and current Upward Bound students by assisting with career planning and program information.
• Assist in class selection, obtaining and filing financial aid and other scholarships applications.
• Assist in recruitment of perspective TRIO Upward Bound students throughout the academic year.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Training in retention issues in education.
• Experience advising low-income and/or first-generation students.
• Strong interpersonal skills for diverse interactions.
• Experience documenting services, including federal grants.
• Knowledge of college programs and experience in overcoming educational barriers faced by high school students
• Proficiency in technology to support program goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training in advising low-income and/or first-generation high school students.
• Knowledge of effective instructional techniques for first-generation, low-income, academically under-prepared, and/or disabled students.
• Strong communication skills, including public speaking, teaching, interpersonal skills, facilitating workshops, and program promotion.
• Experience in implementing key components of summer programs.
• Familiarity with off-campus community service agencies.
• Teaching license and/or experience in lesson plan creation.

Other Requirements

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week

Hours vary and m ay include nights and weekends

10 month appointment : Sept 1 - Dec 15, Jan 15 - July 31

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Founded in 1972, Hennepin Technical College is the largest technical college in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, Hennepin Technical College has a diverse student population of more than 9,500 and offers degree and non-degree coursework in over 45 programs. Achieving a 99% job placement rate within its network of industry partners, Hennepin Technical College prepares students for in-demand and high-paying employment opportunities Hennepin Technical College is a member of Minnesota State, which includes 30 community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving approximately 400,000 students. It is the fourth-largest system of two-year colleges and four-year universities in the United States.

Hennepin Technical College with campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The college is strategically positioned to meet the economic and workforce development needs of business and industry throughout Minnesota. Hennepin Technical College faculty and staff are committed to preparing students to be successful in obtaining the education and skills that can result in employment and a career. Curriculum is industry validated and delivered in an environment that emulates the work setting. Students receive a well-rounded educational experience that gives them the skills and ability to secure the first job in their career as well as to advance in their career. For more information about Hennepin Technical College, please visit our website at: http://www.hennepintech.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Hennepin Technical College is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($150 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

09-01-2024

Position End Date:

Open Date:

07-15-2024

Close Date:

Posting Contact Name:

Marissa King

Posting Contact Email:

ek1537bo@minnstate.edu