Overview: Under the supervision of the Executive Director of TRIO program, the Advising Coordinator will provide academic, career, and personal advisement to participants of the TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS) project to prepare participants for enrollment in a postsecondary institution. Assist in the identification and recruitment of project participations. Administer an assessment tool for participants, interpret results, develop an individualized Educational Plan (IEP) and monitor the academic performance and progress of each participant. Coordinate educational and cultural enrichment activities for participants.

Duties and Responsibilities (other duties as assigned):

 Planning and Implementation:

• Coordinate and provide academic, career and personal advisement to middle and high school participants in the Talent Search project and disseminate specific information on educational and career opportunities.
• Assist in the identification, recruitment, screening, selection, and retention of eligible applicants for the project and coordinate reentry of Talent Search students into secondary or postsecondary school.
• Assist in planning, coordination, and development of instructional curriculum and educational activities for project participants
• Plan, coordinate, and implement college tours, cultural and/or career enrichment activities for project participants.
• Develop and teach career development, life skills, study skills, financial aid, financial literacy, leadership, and college admission and preparation workshops.
• Coordinate services to support participants academic success (i.e., tutoring services).
• Advise project participants on financial aid, financial literacy, and college admission requirements.
• Refer participants to appropriate community/social agencies for service.
• Provide information on exams for collage entrance (i.e., PSAT, SAT, ACT) and assist with coordinating college entrance prep and test preparation (i.e. AP testing) courses.
• Maintain close communication and strong working relationships with School personnel, parents, and students.
• Work closely with Student Outreach and Recruitment (SOAR) and other departments on campus (i.e., Educational Opportunity Program, Upward Bound Programs, Student Support services, Admissions, Financial Aid, Housing, Career Services, and Academic Departments) to implement program services for project participants through college graduation.
• Collect data to measure and review the project participants’ academic growth which includes participation and attendance in project activities and services, academic courses completed, high school standardized test scores and exit exams.

Supervision/Personnel:

• Assist in the recruitment, selection, training, monitoring, and evaluation of graduate/student assistant and tutors.
• Train and assist student assistants/tutoring staff with learning skills diagnosis, remediation and academic advising of participants.
• Distribute necessary progress reports and evaluations to high school registrar and staff.

Informational/Instructional Services:

• Effectively communicate and maintain cooperative working relationships with school personnel, parents, and community agencies regarding program services and activities.
• Visit community and social service agencies to inform them of the availability of Talent Search services and facilitate discussion/presentations on planning for college admission and financial aid.
• Assist in developing and creating flyers, program publications, and literature in English and Spanish for parents intended to assist them in working effectively with students.
• With input from program staff and school personnel, design a comprehensive pursuit of program participants.
• Develop program publication as required.

Other:

• Reside on campus during overnight college trips with students.
• Attend University of California State University Counselor Conferences.
• Attend training sessions pertaining to federal financial aid and financial literacy.
• Attend professional development conferences, workshops, and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:   

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university (preference in one of the behavior or social sciences, counseling, education, psychology, or a related field.) Master’s degree preferred. Two years working with middle school, secondary, or postsecondary students. Demonstrates sensitivity to the needs and characteristics of low income, first generation, disadvantaged, and minority students. Experience in administering assessments and interpreting results preferred. Bilingual (Spanish) capabilities highly desired.

Required Knowledge, Specialized Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of higher education institutions, general university policies, practices and opportunities for underrepresented students (i.e. low-income and first generation.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and coordinating programs.
• Experience working with secondary school personnel (i.e., counselors, teachers, and principals).
• Ability to interpret academic records of students to male appropriate recommendations regarding student’s curriculum.
• Experience in using office computer systems at a level appropriate to the job duties.
• Experience in public speaking to large and small groups of parents and students.
• Must have demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and take initiative.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and characteristics of low income, first generation, disadvantaged, and minority participants.
• Ability in developing and coordinating tutoring and counseling activities for both parents and students.
• Operate standard office machines, computers, and software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Knowledge, Specialized Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in Federal TRIO or GEAR Up programs.
• Knowledge of CSU/UC Freshman admission requirements
• Ability to communicate in Spanish.
• Experience in overcoming education barriers similar to those confronting project participants.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

This position is employed through The University Corporation (TUC).

The anticipated hiring range: $24.00 per hour

Time Base: Full-Time

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403 (b), Life, AD&D, Flex Spending

General Information

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO PASS A THOROUGH DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND LIVE SCAN. 

How to Apply

Please complete the online application/resume upload submission process to be considered for any open position within the university and its auxiliaries. The hiring department will contact the best-qualified candidates and invite them to participate in the interview process.

Application Screening begins March 12, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. To be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted before the date listed above. Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please view the link below:

http://www-admn.csun.edu/ohrs/employment/

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Applicants who wish to request an accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity at (818) 677-2077.