UB Program College Access Fellowship

Compensation :

$38,000 / annually Compensation Type :

Exempt Employment Type :

Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40 Grade : E01 Department :

E01 Department : Community Outreach

Community Outreach

Position Summary

This one year position assists with the development and implementation of all TRIO Upward Bound program activities and services for low-income and potential first-generation college-bound high school students.

• This position : provides direct academic counseling services to Upward Bound students throughout the four years of high school;
• provides daily case management, advocacy, and social / academic support for participants; plans and facilitates college preparation workshops and classes;

provides transportation and oversight of high school students in a variety of settings; and, maintains detailed and accurate records of program activities.

This position requires working closely with high school students and families, as well as staff from high school and post-secondary institutions.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides daily and intensive case management and support for all UB participants.
• Assists UB participants with all aspects of the college preparation, search, and application process.
• Co-leads summer programming in the UB Summer Academy at NNMC
• Develops student support plans, materials, and other interventions.
• Develops, coordinates and implements educational workshops, college preparation classes, college visits, cultural / social enrichment activities, field trips, and other program events for students and families.
• Provides regular support, counsel, and advocacy for program participants.
• Provides transportation and supervision of high school students in a variety of activities, including afterschool, weekends, and overnight trips.
• Maintains confidential student records and assists with data collection and entry for required grant reports.
• Works closely with high school staff and parents, and postsecondary education administrators and staff, and other community partners.
• Maintains a working knowledge and expertise regarding college admission requirements, academic programs, and financial aid programs.
• Assists with ongoing outreach and recruitment of high school students and helps represent the program at school and community events.
• Participates in all program planning, identifies need for changes and recommends improvements in the program, and works closely with all other program staff.
• Participates in professional development including involvement with ROCA NM, the Davis NM Scholarship, regional and national TRIO-related association events, and NACAC / RMACAC.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements :

Bachelor’s Degree in any field.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Two (2) years or more experience working with low-income high school students and potential first-generation college students.
• Experience with TRIO or similar college access programs.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES :

• Knowledge of FERPA and other privacy / confidentiality regulations.
• Knowledge of high school curriculum and college admissions, including financial aid.
• Knowledge of best practices in youth development and college access advising.
• Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
• Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs, including google docs.
• Skill in decision making and problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to provide quality customer services.
• Ability to drive NNMC vehicles.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects.
• The work is typically performed in a variety of settings including an office and multiple classrooms.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Work is normally performed in a typical office environment.

Best consideration date : March 9, 2024

APPLICATION PROCEDURE : : A complete application must include : 1) a letter of interest, 2) resume, 3) copies of unofficial transcripts conferring required and / or preferred degree, and 4) names, addresses, and phone numbers of (3) three professional references.

References will be contacted in conjunction with interviews.

Additional required application materials should be sent to : [email protected] .

This is a temporary one-year position and continued employment is contingent upon grant funding

EEO STATEMENT : NNMC is an equal opportunity employer.