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University of Arkansas is hiring a TRIO Talent Search Academic Advisor (Multiple Open Positions). The advisor serves as a college and career preparatory coach for middle, junior high, and high school students in the federally funded TRIO Talent Search program, offering one-on-one advising and interactive presentations that build motivation for college. The role also develops college-prep curriculum and activities such as campus visits and summer camps, and keeps the participant records the U.S. Department of Education requires.

Highlights

Recruit new program participants and advise them on academics, including completing a rigorous high school curriculum, graduation, college entry, scholarships and financial aid, and post-secondary applications.
Develop and deliver age- and grade-appropriate college preparatory curriculum for participants in approved target schools.
Plan and run activities that promote college entry, including campus visits to area colleges and universities, summer camps, and educational and career trips.
Maintain hard copy and database files for every participant, document services provided, and track student progress for the annual performance reporting the U.S. Department of Education requires.
Travel regularly by car to nearby middle, junior high, and high schools, and occasionally by air, bus, or car to student events and conferences, with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, family studies, behavioral science, public administration, or a related field.
At least one year of related work experience with middle and high school youth or first-generation and low-income students, plus experience in educational, career, and personal curriculum development.
Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree in a related field and bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.
Proficiency in college access services, Microsoft Office and databases, and the ability to interpret and apply federal regulations to keep the program compliant.
Salary of $43,923, commensurate with education and experience, in a fixed-term position funded by the federal Talent Search grant.

TRIO Talent Search Academic Advisor (Multiple Open Positions) Full Description

Summary of Job Duties

The TRIO Talent Search Academic Advisor is one that generates, inspires, and sustains motivation in students who want to dream big and achieve their college and career goals. Serving as both coach and cheerleader, this role engages youth with energy, authenticity, and relatable guidance—whether in one-on-one advising or dynamic, interactive presentations that spark excitement for the future.

The Academic Advisor serves as a college/career preparatory coach and is designed to help students reach their educational and career goals. The primary responsibilities include recruitment of new participants; advisement on academic issues including the completion of a rigorous high school curriculum; high school graduation and college entry/graduation; scholarship and financial aid; application information; and post-secondary selection/application. The position requires the development and presentation delivery of college preparatory curriculum for participants in approved target schools which are engaging and age/grade appropriate, the development and implementation of program activities promoting college entry such as campus visits to area colleges and universities, summer camps, educational/career trips, and other college preparatory and campus initiatives. As required by the U.S. Department of Education, record keeping duties for this position include the entry and maintenance of hard copy and database files for all program participants, documentation of services provided, and tracking/reporting student progress for annual performance reporting. This position will regularly travel by car to nearby middle, junior high, and high schools and occasionally will be required to travel by air, bus or car for work-related student events or conferences.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. A valid driver’s license in addition to reliable transportation is required for travel to schools.

The TRIO Talent Search program is a federally funded grant from the U.S. Department of Education. The Talent Search grants are currently starting the 5th year of a 5-year grant cycle (9/1/25-8/31/26) and are in the process of writing for another 5 years of continued funding.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, family studies, behavioral science, public administration, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
At least one year of related work experience (middle and high school youth, first-generation and/or low-income students, etc.)
Experience in educational, career, and personal curriculum development

Preferred Qualifications

A Master’s degree in education, counseling, social work, family studies, behavioral science, public administration, or another related field from an accredited institution of higher education
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of personal, academic, and career counseling strategies and practices
Knowledge of academic requirements related to high school graduation, post-secondary enrollment, and post-secondary completion
Proficient skill and knowledge in program development and/or implementation of college access and support services for high school students
Proficient skill developing, organizing, presenting and implementing services related to college readiness in individual, small group, and large group settings
Proficient skill communicating effectively with high school students, target school personnel, parents, and campus and community partners
Proficient skill documenting, assessing, and evaluating program-related information and outcomes
Skill in monitoring/assessing the performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
Proficient skill using Microsoft Office Suite, databases, design software, and other related technology
Ability to interpret and apply federal regulations and guidelines to ensure compliance
Ability to learn, evaluate, and synthesize detailed information related to secondary and post-secondary education completion
Ability to serve as a positive role model for program participants
A valid driver’s license in addition to reliable transportation is required for regular travel to target schools

Salary Information

$43,923 (Commensurate with education and experience)

Required Documents to Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

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