Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Advisor - HigherEdJobs

Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Advisor
Humboldt State University

Review: April 26, 2013
(Job #13-30)
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Advisor, Student Services Professional IA $2,872-- $3,513/month, or Student Services Professional IB $3,102--$4,388/month, or Student Services Professional II $3,519 -- $5,002/month. Appointments will be determined by education and experience and are normally made at the beginning of the salary range. This is a full-time, 12 month, benefited, temporary, one year position with the possibility of reappointment in the Educational Opportunity Program. Anticipated start date is June 1, 2013.

Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Director of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP), the incumbent is responsible for a variety of work assignments and duties, and works with minimal supervision to carry out work without specific daily assignments. Position responsibilities include counseling and advising non traditional students (low income, first generation, ethnic minority and other students with special needs) who are eligible for EOP, assessing the need for academic support services, and monitoring the progress of an assigned caseload of students. The incumbent will also provide support services for new students, including orientation programs, summer and fall academic prep programs, and assessment and referral for basic skills course work and learning assistance services. The incumbent will work closely with faculty and other university offices in order to accomplish program goals.

SSP I Duties: The EOP Advisor will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:
1. Provide academic and financial aid advisement for program students, including academic skills assessment, assistance with course selection, scheduling, educational planning, satisfactory academic progress requirements, progress towards graduation, financial aid eligibility and satisfactory progress requirements for financial aid;
2. Provide career and personal advising services and referral;
3. Assist in planning and organizing transition services, including coordination of student mentorship programs and other academic support for new and continuing students;
4. Assist with developing and presenting basic skills curriculum and support services for new program students;
5. Assist with graduate school advising and prep workshops;
6. Monitor student performance and persistence;
7. Maintain appropriate documentation of services provided;
8. Assist with other program activities for low income, first generation college students

SSP II Duties: In addition to the above duties, the SSP II will be responsible for the following:
1. Coordination of one or more first-year experience or other retention programs;
2. Training and supervision of paraprofessional student staff;
3. Assist in development of program evaluation instruments, data collection, analysis and reporting of participant and program outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
SSP IA - Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university, prior to the anticipated start date of June 1, 2013.
SSP IB - Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university, prior to the anticipated start date of June 1, 2013, and one year of experience in professional Student Services work at the entry trainee level (coordinating or directing college-level activities). One year of experience in academic advisement or mentoring at the paraprofessional level with low-income, first-generation and/or underrepresented students is preferred. Equivalent amounts of graduate level job-related education may be substituted for the required experience.
SSP II - Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university, and two years of experience in professional Student Services work (coordinating or directing college-level activities). Experience in academic advisement or mentoring at the paraprofessional level with low-income, first-generation and/or underrepresented students is preferred. A Master's degree in a job related field may be substituted for one year of the required professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must have knowledge of principles and practices of academic and financial aid advising. Must demonstrate ability to interpret and apply regulations, policies and procedures; must have general knowledge of university services and other resources, especially those frequently utilized by the target population; must be able to communicate effectively with a diverse population both verbally and in writing. Must demonstrate knowledge and familiarity with issues of concern facing program students, which can negatively impact college persistence and graduation. Priority will be given to applicants who have overcome barriers similar to those confronting program participants. Experience in planning, coordinating, and evaluating programs is required. Experience with hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating the work of others. Work experience must demonstrate a level of competence indicating the potential for future growth.

Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in a field related to the behavioral sciences or another job related field, or specialized training related to working with the target population; knowledge of academic support services for underrepresented college students. Professional experience working in a college setting with students who are from a diverse range of cultural and economic backgrounds is preferred. Prior academic assessment or advising experience in a college setting is preferred. Demonstrated ability to successfully guide the work of others is desirable. Knowledge of CSU policies and procedures.

Application Procedure:
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, HSU Employment Application (download for our website at http://www.humboldt.edu/jobs), resume, and contact information for at least three professional references to Human Resources, 1 Harpst Street, Arcata, CA, 95521 -8299 or via email to careers@humboldt.edu.

Application Deadline: This position is open until filled. First review of applications will begin Friday, April 26, 2013.

Human Resources
Siemens Hall - Room 211 Arcata, CA 95521-8299; (707) 826-3626; Fax: (707) 826-3625; Email: careers@humboldt.edu

It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. Incorrect or improperly completed applications will not be considered for vacancies. Any reference in this announcement to required periods of experience or education is full-time activity. Part-time experience or education--or activities only part of which are qualifying--will receive proportionate credit. In accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements, preference may be given to the campus applicants covered by these agreements. However, positions are open to all interested applicants, both on and off campus.

Class Code: 3079/3082
Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) will be required prior to the appointment date. The successful candidate for a position at HSU is required to be fingerprinted through the Humboldt State University Police Department or their local law enforcement agency. The results of the fingerprint process must be received by the university prior to the candidate's appointment. The cost of the fingerprinting is borne by the university.

Publication Date: April 5, 2013

Humboldt State University is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality reflecting the ethnic and cultural diversity of the state. Additional information about Humboldt State University can be found at www.humboldt.edu.

Humboldt State University is an Equal Opportunity/Title IX/ADA Employer. Applications from and nominations of qualified women, minority candidates, covered veterans and disabled persons are particularly encouraged. Humboldt State University hires only individuals authorized to work in the United States.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

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Humboldt State University is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality reflecting the ethnic and cultural diversity of the state. Humboldt State University is an Equal Opportunity/Title IX/ADA Employer. Applications from and nominations of qualified women, minority candidates, Vietnam veterans and disabled persons are particularly encouraged.

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