University of Texas at Arlington
Educational Talent Search I
🇺🇸 Arlington, TX
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $38,000 per Month
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ October 28th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
The University of Texas at Arlington is hiring an Educational Talent Search I to develop, coordinate, and implement the TRIO Talent Search Program. This role involves providing outreach, case management services, individual advising sessions, workshops, and managing student records to support secondary school students in the target area.
Highlights
- Develop and implement the TRIO Talent Search Program and deliver services to eligible secondary school students.
- Collaborate with parents, school officials, and community leaders to reduce dropout rates and increase post-secondary enrollment and retention.
- Provide career exploration, study skills workshops, test preparation, scholarship information, college admissions, and financial aid assistance.
- Maintain and enter student records and assist with documentation and grant proposals.
- May require use of a university-owned vehicle.
- Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, or Communications and at least three years of experience in dropout prevention or post-secondary opportunity programs.
- Preferred qualifications include experience with Federal TRIO programs, bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, and direct case management with secondary students.
- Strong communication skills, knowledge of student recruitment and advising, and ability to coordinate and supervise.
- Full-time, Monday-Friday position with salary up to $38,000 based on qualifications and experience.
- Benefits eligible with access to comprehensive university benefit programs.
Educational Talent Search I Full Description
Educational Talent Search I
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number | S06458P
Position Title | Educational Talent Search I
Department | Precollege Program
Location | Arlington
Position Status | Full-time
Work Schedule | Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.This position is granted funded and is expected for continued funding until 8/31/2026.
Salary | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $38,000
Pay Basis | Monthly
Job Summary | The Educational Talent Search I is responsible for overall development, coordination and implementation of the TRIO Talent Search Program and for providing outreach and case management services to students, individual advising sessions, workshops, and other project activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Responsible for the selection and delivery of services to eligible participants from the target secondary school. Working closely with parents, target school officials, and community leaders to decrease the high school dropout rate and increase the post-secondary enrollment and retention rate of students in the target area. Provide outreach and case management services such as dropout prevention, and college, career, and financial aid information services to students at target school. Provide direct services such as career exploration, study skills improvement and self-esteem building, conduct grade-appropriate workshops and activities involving college, career and FA information, PSAT-SAT-TSI-ACT test preparation, scholarship information, technical assistance with college admissions and FA applications, and college field trips. Responsible for the collection, establishment, maintenance, and data entry of all assigned student records and required forms. Assist the Director with submission of documentation to governmental agencies as well as grant proposals. May use UTA owned vehicle. Other functions as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Communications. Three (3) years of experience working for a dropout prevention and/or post-secondary opportunity program or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience providing direct case management services to secondary school students. Experience working for a Federal TRIO program (UB, UBMS, ETS) or other dropout prevention and post-secondary opportunity program. Bilingual with English and Spanish.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Ability to speak and write Spanish. Knowledge of student recruitment, guidance and advising practices as well as university admissions and financial aid programs. Excellent verbal and written communication ability and professional computer skills. Ability to coordinate and supervise others. Knowledge of public relations and program recruiting procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with target school students, faculty, staff and the public.
Other Requirements |
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions |
Benefits Eligible | Yes
Benefits at UTA | We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information | The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.
UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.
This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations | The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Position Title | Educational Talent Search I
Department | Precollege Program
Location | Arlington
Position Status | Full-time
Work Schedule | Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.This position is granted funded and is expected for continued funding until 8/31/2026.
Salary | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $38,000
Pay Basis | Monthly
Job Summary | The Educational Talent Search I is responsible for overall development, coordination and implementation of the TRIO Talent Search Program and for providing outreach and case management services to students, individual advising sessions, workshops, and other project activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Responsible for the selection and delivery of services to eligible participants from the target secondary school. Working closely with parents, target school officials, and community leaders to decrease the high school dropout rate and increase the post-secondary enrollment and retention rate of students in the target area. Provide outreach and case management services such as dropout prevention, and college, career, and financial aid information services to students at target school. Provide direct services such as career exploration, study skills improvement and self-esteem building, conduct grade-appropriate workshops and activities involving college, career and FA information, PSAT-SAT-TSI-ACT test preparation, scholarship information, technical assistance with college admissions and FA applications, and college field trips. Responsible for the collection, establishment, maintenance, and data entry of all assigned student records and required forms. Assist the Director with submission of documentation to governmental agencies as well as grant proposals. May use UTA owned vehicle. Other functions as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Communications. Three (3) years of experience working for a dropout prevention and/or post-secondary opportunity program or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience providing direct case management services to secondary school students. Experience working for a Federal TRIO program (UB, UBMS, ETS) or other dropout prevention and post-secondary opportunity program. Bilingual with English and Spanish.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Ability to speak and write Spanish. Knowledge of student recruitment, guidance and advising practices as well as university admissions and financial aid programs. Excellent verbal and written communication ability and professional computer skills. Ability to coordinate and supervise others. Knowledge of public relations and program recruiting procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with target school students, faculty, staff and the public.
Other Requirements |
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions |
Benefits Eligible | Yes
Benefits at UTA | We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information | The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.
UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.
This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations | The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1
Open Until Filled |
Minimum Number of References Required | 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted | 3
Special Instructions to Applicants | Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Open Until Filled |
Minimum Number of References Required | 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted | 3
Special Instructions to Applicants | Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD or equivalent
- * How many years of experience do you have working in Federal TRIO Programs such as UpwardBound, UpwardBound Math and Science, ect.?
- None/less than 1 year
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 5 years or more
- * How many years of academic recruiting do you have?
- Less than one year
- 1 to 3 years
- 3 to 5 years
- 5 or more
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Resume or CV
- Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents
OFFICE OF TALENT, CULTURE AND ENGAGEMENT
J.D. Wetsel Service Center
1225 W. Mitchell Road
Arlington, TX 76019
J.D. Wetsel Service Center
1225 W. Mitchell Road
Arlington, TX 76019
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