TRIO Advisor

Classification Title: McSCU Academic Professional 1

Hire
Types

Staff

Division: Student Affairs

Department: TRIO

Unit:
TRiO

Location: College-Wide, North Mankato home campus

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: .59

Employment Condition: Seasonal

Work Shift: 30 hours/week

Work Schedule/Hours/Days: Monday – Friday approximately 9:00 am – 3:30 pm daily scheduled hours are flexible (will have
off May 15 – August 15 approximately)

Salary Minimum: 22.94

Salary Maximum: 33.30

Salary Type: Hourly

Bargaining Unit/Plan: 214, MAPE

Job
Description

This position will be responsible for performing a range of services key to the success of students and the
efficient and effective operation of the TRIO Student Support Services Program. The primary function of the position will be to coordinate
and deliver programs and services related to retention and graduation to ensure the department meets established retention and graduation
objectives. Extensive student interaction and advising is required. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, responsible, and
self-motivated with demonstrated ability to multi-task and to perform tasks independently.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND
RESULTS

1. Works closely with the director of Student Support Services in developing, arranging for provision
of, and evaluating programs, services, and activities to program participants. Assists in recruiting, interviewing, evaluating and selecting
SSS program participants. Retention support services for program participants include:

• Proactive Advising
  • Deliver
    advising and retention services to SSS participants which includes monitoring academic and graduation progress, needs assessment, and
    implementation of proactive intervention strategies.
  • Refer students to other service providers on campus such as Financial Aid,
    Business Office, Registration, admissions, Counseling, Career Services, Disability Services, Academic Support Center, etc. Participate in
    activities as outlined in the grant objectives.
  • Prepare, coordinate, and assist academic workshops and presentation for SSS staff
    and participants.

2. Academic Support Services

• Designs individualized Student Success Plans, tracks
  student progress, and advises students of available college and community resources.
• Plans, develops, and presents workshops,
  seminars and educational and cultural events for program participants and/or campus community.
• Financial Aid Guidance
• Career
  Exploration
• Leadership Development
• Cultural Enrichment
• Transfer Services
• Personal Counseling
• Peer
  Mentoring

3. Assists in updating participant files on a regular basis and maintain student records as required by federal
regulations.

4. Assists Director in data collection required for federal and MnSCU reports.

5. Perform other
duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business
partner.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (expected to have to enter
job)

• Bachelors in Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, Education or closely related field
• At least one-year
  experience teaching or working in student affairs in higher ed
• Experience serving multi-cultural populations
• Experience in
  academic advising college students
• Excellent one-on-one communication skills

Preferred
Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications (desired but not expected to have to enter
job)

• Masters in Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, Education or closely related field
• At least one-year
  experience academic advising or counseling college students
• TRIO experience or individual with a background similar to our TRIO
  population (first generation, low income, and students with disabilities)

Other Requirements

South
Central College is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

In
accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (Minnesota State) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on
college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s Vehicle use criteria and
consent to Motor Vehicle Records check.

About

South Central College is a comprehensive community and
technical college that is part of the Minnesota State system, with campuses in Faribault and North Mankato. To meet the educational needs of
students and our communities, SCC provides lifelong learning opportunities.

SCC is committed to fostering a campus environment of
inclusion, knowledge, and understanding in which faculty, staff, and students learn to value diversity and to respect individual differences
that enrich our college community.

To learn more about South Central College visit www.southcentral.edu

Benefits Info

The State of
Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefit package, including health, dental, and life insurance, a robust retirement program, tuition waiver
for employee and dependents, generous sick and vacation time, among a variety of other benefits. This position is covered by partial
employer contribution based on the part time status.

This position is covered under the MAPE Labor Contract. View contract here: https://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/la
bor/mape.jsp
For additional information on benefits, review the State Employee Group Insurance Program website: www.mn.gov/mmb/segip.

Posting Number: F168P

Number of Vacancies: 1

Re-posting: No

Desired Start Date:
08/14/2023

Close Date: 07/16/2023

Open Until Filled

No

Accept
Applications: Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Please apply online as ONLY online applications
will be considered.South Central College requires that you include the following in your application:

• Cover Letter – Please
  include information about how you relate to or have experience working with the TRIO student population of First generation college
  students, low income, and/or a student with a disability.
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae which clearly addresses the requirements of the
  position as described above.

Please be prepared with a list of 5 references and their contact information, 2 of which are
current or past managers/supervisors. For recent graduates: Teachers, professors, and instructors may qualify as manager references. This
information will be obtained from you as applicable during the recruitment process.

Posting Contact: Anna
Schonborn, HR Generalist – Anna.Schonborn@southcentral.edu – 507-389-7292

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SCC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer.
Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. This document is available in alternative formats
to individuals with disabilities, consumers with hearing or speech disabilities may contact us via their preferred Telecommunications Relay
Service.