Precollege Advisor - TRIO Upward Bound

Precollege Advisor - TRIO Upward Bound

The Jeffries Center

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting with the implementation of the TRIO Upward Bound program in compliance with the grant proposal, federal legislation, regulations, and university policies. Development, implementation, and evaluation of precollege services that increase achievement, persistence, and graduation rates for participants. Helps ensure the attainment and reporting of the program's objectives and outcome.

Primary Position Function/Summary:

The Pre-College Advisor is responsible for assisting with the implementation of the TRIO Upward Bound program in compliance with the approved grant proposal, federal legislation and regulations, state law, and university policies. Responsible for contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of precollege services that increase achievement, persistence, and graduation rates for participants. Delegated the responsibility for ensuring the attainment and reporting of the program's objectives and outcomes

Duties & Responsibilities

ADVISING

• Assist the Director in implementing the Plan of Operation and Evaluation for the approved TRIO Upward Bound program. • Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating innovative, responsive, and empirically grounded academic and enrichment services for participants that meet the TRIO Upward Bound program objectives.
• Identify students experiencing academic challenges and develop appropriate interventions to bolster their academic success.
• Assist in monitoring participants’ academic progress from their date of admission through their college graduation.
• Apply an appropriate level of professional judgment, discretion, and autonomy to effectively deliver services to participants and their parents or guardians.
• Schedule college readiness meetings with Seniors in the fall and Juniors in spring to complete the Precollege roadmap. • Plan test prep activities to prepare students for college entrance examinations.
• Assist in maintaining documentation of the program's services for the Annual Performance Report.
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready program records and service delivery reports as requested.
• Keep abreast of current trends related to precollege and collegiate success by participating in professional organizations (e.g., state, regional, and national TRIO associations).
• Assist in meeting operational needs by performing other duties including, but not be limited to instruction, writing, presenting, and consulting activities. • Gather grades quarterly from students and by semester from target schools.
• Develop, maintain, and update student’s action plans.

OUTREACH

• Coordinate high school visits with target schools to maintain ongoing communication with students and ensure delivery of services.
• Partner with TRIO Talent Search, TRIO Student Support Services, and other appropriate agencies to provide coordinated service for participants.
• Plan recruitment events with target schools, community partners, AVID classes, and other college prep programs.
• Assist with staff recruiting and selecting.
• Assist with planning major department activities.
• Periodic evening and weekend duties are required.
• Coordinate student college tours and assist with student travel.
• Built relationships with campus and community partners.

SUPERVISION

• Assist with supervising TRIO Upward Bound hourly employees during summer and academic year.
  
• Coordinate the Prep 4 tutoring schedule.
• Assists with staff onboarding, training, professional development, and evaluation.
• Serves as a coach to assist hourly staff in meeting performance goals.

OTHER GENERAL DUTIES

• Assist with the data entry, filing, and organization of student files and information.
• Participate in staff meetings, department and campus committees, and other meetings as assigned.
• Assist in pursuing additional grant opportunities to meet students' needs.

Physical Demands

• Walking : Frequently
• Stairs : Occasionally
• Sitting : Constantly
• Lifting/Carrying : Occasionally
• Pushing/Pulling : Occasionally

Additional Physical Demands

This position requires frequent interaction with precollege (high school) students. This position involves regular usage of University vehicles to conduct university business. Travel with precollege students is a requirement of the position. This position performs regular evening, weekend and business/conference travel with minors.

Travel Requirements

20% Regular visits to local high schools for recruitment and service delivery, must transport minors for deliverables and travel with group for activities, college visits, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, or a discipline appropriate for providing excellent pre-college services to students participating in a federal TRIO program through the US Department of Education.
  

Experience:

• A minimum of two years of experience working with pre-college students (e.g., student programming, counseling, or teaching).
• At least two years of experience designing, implementing, or overseeing pre-college advising, outreach, or student support programs.
• A minimum of two years of experience working with students from diverse backgrounds (i.e., first generation, low-income, TRIO, or Gear Up).
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience working with public school personnel and community agency staff who serve students.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Master's degree in education, counseling, or a discipline appropriate for administering a federal TRIO program through the US Department of Education.
  

Experience:

• Three to five years of relevant work experience.
• Experience working for a TRIO program.
• Experience successfully matriculating in higher education as a first- generation and/or low-income student.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to think clearly, creatively, and solve problems proactively.
• Excellent communication and administrative skills.
• Ability to work effectively individually and collaboratively.
• Ability to manage competing priorities successfully.
• Ability to advise, mentor, and coach students successfully.
• Ability to design and implement successful educational programs.
• Student-centered and service oriented.
• Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite and Publisher.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 10/16/2023. Salary is $58,000.00.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Friday, September 26, 2025 . Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. Complete applications will include a cover letter, detailed resume, and the name, affiliation, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. For further information about this specific position, please contact [email protected]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137. Hybrid - Hybrid work options may be available for this position, with the ability to be on-site at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus as needed per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

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Requisition ID : 1032045
Job Category : Education & Student Services
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