Educational Advisor I

Job Number: 2023-07064

Location: SLU Saint Louis,
MO

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious
Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research,
compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

All About You

Job
Summary

The Educational Advisor I of TRIO Upward Bound Programs is the primary liaison between Saint Louis University,
public school district partners, participants, parents, and community representatives interested in the TRIO Upward Bound programs. The
Educational Advisor I of TRIO Upward Bound Programs visits the program schools to implement and manage the day-to-day operations of the
Upward Bound program, maintaining appropriate program records, and preparing and submitting time and effort reports. The Educational Advisor
I of TRIO Upward Bound Programs ensures awareness and understanding of TRIO, pre-collegiate, post-secondary/higher education, post-degree
graduate, community and local educational programs by providing presentations and networking.

This is a grant funded position. When
funding ceases position ends.

Job Duties

• Assures that the programs for participants (Upward Bound students, parents,
  families, schools, community, etc.) are organized, monitored, and managed to meet goals and objectives by designing, developing and
  directing all facets of the Upward Bound Program and Student Support Services programs under policies and procedures which ensure they are
  conducted in compliance with the U.S. Department of Education program guidelines and the specific requirements contained in the Saint Louis
  University grant proposals, reporting data as needed and required, tracking expenditures and keeping financial records in accordance with
  federal guidelines, ensuring that all student records are complete, current, and confidential, reviewing TRIO Upward Bound Program
  materials, monitoring programming content, schedules, and budgets against program criteria, preparing federal reports, preparing the
  continuation proposal, and attending meetings with the U.S. Department of Education Office at the request of the Vice
  President.
• Ensures that eligible students are able to fully utilize the TRIO Upward Bound programs by interviewing interested
  students and collecting and reporting data to assess the effectiveness of program components and performing other evaluation of the impact
  of the TRIO Upward Bound programs.
• Establishes and maintains close working relationships with various University representatives,
  the federal government (Department of Education), target schools’ faculty and administrators, and community agencies.
• Effectively
  manages the program by ensuring that the TRIO Upward Bound Programs meets all goals
• Documents the progress of TRIO Upward Bound
  Programs in achieving its funded objectives by coordination and evaluation of the project.
• Represents the Upward Bound programs by
  attending appropriate meetings, on and off campus.
• Facilitates the development of activities and programs designed to encourage
  underrepresented populations to overcome barriers to postsecondary education by assisting the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment &
  Retention Management & Director of Pre-College, TRIO & Access Programs with program preparation and implementation of funding
  opportunities.
• Provides direct academic support services to Upward Bound and participants and supervises participants at activities,
  cultural events, and cultural trips.
• Facilitates a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of
  skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional
  reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses
  as required by the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment & Retention Management & Director of Pre-College, TRIO & Access
  Programs.
• Ensures the success of the TRIO Upward Bound programs by performing all other duties as assigned by the Program
  Director.

Education and Experience

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required, and Graduate student in Education,
Guidance and Counseling, Psychology, or related field.

Experience:

At least one year of experience working with disadvantaged
individuals.

Qualities of integrity, dignity, and cordiality; ability to meet and communicate effectively and diplomatically with
individuals as well as groups.

Good oral communication, writing and technology skills.

Ability to plan and conduct various
types of workshops, administer and interpret various interest inventory tests, academic advising, and complete admission and financial aid
applications.

Preferred Skills

• Supervisory and training experience
• Knowledge of database preparation
  and maintenance
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Ability to
  relate/interact with diverse student populations, institutional personnel, and the public
• Ability to establish and maintain
  effective, team-oriented, working relationships
• Ability to assess situations/needs and assist accordingly
• Ability to assess
  situations and exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance
• Ability to organize time,
  projects, and details
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to operate a personal computer and various software
  programs
• Ability to prepare and generate reports
• Ability to organize and maintain accurate records and files
• Ability
  to multi-task

Applicants must include: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume/curriculum vitae.  You can upload these items on the third
page “My experience” of the application

Vaccine Protocol

Saint Louis University requires COVID-19 vaccinations  for
all students, staff, and faculty who are physically present on our St. Louis campuses. As a prospective and/or a new employee at Saint Louis
University, you will be/are required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination is required before the
start of employment in order to work at Saint Louis University. If you are not vaccinated, you are required to begin the vaccination process
at the time of your first day of employment and submit proof of full vaccination within 30 days of your start date. Exemptions may be
granted on the grounds of religious beliefs or medical circumstances. Failure to comply with the vaccine requirement within 30 days of an
employee’s start date will result in termination of the employment.  Proof of vaccine will be submitted through an online portal made
available to you during your Workday onboarding tasks.

Function

Student Support

Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
40

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive
consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status,
sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from
minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for
completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.