EOC Part-Time College Access Advisor (Johnson County)

Job Summary: The College Access Advisor will be responsible for recruiting eligible program participants, assisting participants with creating educational plans, guiding participants as they complete college and financial aid applications, and planning and developing educational events and materials. As part of the EOC team, the College Access Advisor will help recruit and serve no less than 1,000 clients annually, two-thirds of which will be first-generation and low-income. They will support the Assistant Director in ensuring project objectives are met. 

Candidates for this position must be comfortable working with individuals from all walks of life including, school officials, community leaders, business owners, high school students, the homeless, veterans, adults of all ages, etc. Candidates must be willing to meet with clients using virtual meeting platforms, in-person, and over the phone. Additionally, candidates must be a self-starter, ready to work a flexible schedule, and willing to work on-site at various partner locations. This is a part-time position that requires significant out-of-office hours, innovative problem-solving, and a degree of hustle to recruit clients and meet program objectives.

Expected Hours: 25-28 hours/week (Between hours of Mon-Fri, 9 AM – 5 PM, occasional evenings or weekends required)

Locations: Hybrid position with various work locations in and around Johnson County, including the ORS office in Cleburne, outreach at various partner schools and agencies, and some remote work

Roles and Responsibilities:

Administrative

• Manage a caseload of EOC clients (roughly 300)


• Ensure all programming, publications, and part-time team members reflect positively on the organization


• Maintain clean data in the student database


• Maintain accurate participant records, including participant files and the student database


• Complete time and effort reports promptly and accurately  


• Develop epic partnerships with community stakeholders, community partners, and program clients


• Complete intakes promptly and accurately 


• Keep an updated list of office supplies and publication needs

Programmatic 

• Plan and facilitate workshops and events 


• Recruit clients based on established recruitment plans 


• Assist participants with completing college applications, financial aid applications, and scholarship applications


• Develop and facilitate presentations at community events 


• Connect military veterans to high-quality support and educational services  


• Connect adult learners to institutions with credit-based learning opportunities 


• Connect formerly incarcerated and currently incarcerated students with opportunities for postsecondary education


• Organize program supplies for outreach, including technological equipment and publications

Minimum Qualifications: Completion of post-secondary coursework in education, social work, or another related field, or a degree (Associate’s or higher) from an accredited institution; experience working with individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds; experience with college admissions and financial aid procedures; possession of a valid driver’s license and access to reliable personal transportation to travel between designated school sites.

Candidates must be adept in using technology, including Google Workspace, social media, learning management systems, and project management systems. The candidate should also possess the ability to work independently in a results-oriented environment. 

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, or another related field; experience working in high education; experience working with veterans; personal experience overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the project's target population; and experience working in TRIO Programs.

Travel Requirements: Candidates must be willing to travel regularly throughout DFW to develop partnerships, facilitate events, and meet with clients. There is also some overnight travel throughout the year for conferences.

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and carry 40 lbs., to stand and walk for long periods, to endure intense heat and cold, to climb stairs, and to fly on an airplane. Must be able to project voice and speak publicly. Must be able to drive a vehicle, read road signs, judge distance, and spend extensive hours in front of a computer screen. Must be able to listen carefully to others on the telephone. 

Reports to: Program Assistant Director

Opportunity Resource Services is committed to a policy of providing employment opportunities to all qualified people regardless of economic or social status and will not discriminate based on race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.