Virginia Tech · 3 months ago
Talent Search Project Advisor
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$52K/yr - $57K/yrVirginia Tech is a comprehensive land-grant institution dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The Talent Search Project Advisor will assist in the administration and implementation of the Talent Search / TRIO project, which aims to prepare high school students for post-secondary education, focusing on recruitment, retention, and support services for participants.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Responsible for recruitment, retention and participation of program participants in accordance to federal regulations and departmental guidelines
Assists with the planning and coordination, implementation, chaperoning, and evaluation of academic, social, and cultural programs for students and families
Assists the TRIO Programs Director and Assistant Director with the compilation of materials for the Annual Performance Report for the U.S. Department of Education, Virginia Tech Outreach and International Affairs reports and coordinates tracking of former participants
Maintains a caseload of participants, provides virtual and/or in-person services, group workshops and support to help students overcome barriers to post-secondary education
May need to transport students to program events such as on campus monthly tutorials, field trips and college visits
Help participants select and identify post-secondary options, and complete tasks necessary for postsecondary enrollment, including financial aid forms and admissions applications
Maintain confidential and complete records of student services, daily sessions, and annual summaries
Submit travel reports and financial documentation in a timely manner
Refer participants internally and externally to additional support services, as necessary
Plan, coordinate, and supervise summer program activities
Develop psychoeducational strategies and interventions and interactive activities for students
Attend monthly tutorials during the academic year to chaperon, assist, and/or counsel participants
Attend workshops and other staff training opportunities
Qualification
Required
The minimum requirement for this position is a master's degree in education, social work, or related area
Excellent communication skills
Experience working with diverse groups of students
Experience working for educational programs that address the needs of income-eligible, potential first-generation college, and/or demonstrate other needs for assistance
Preferred
Experience working with TRiO programs
Former participant in a TRiO program
Company
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech is a public research university that offers a range of academic programs and conducts research across various fields.
Founded in 1872
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$24.09MKey Investors
Virginia Innovation Partnership CorporationNational Institute of Food and AgricultureAppalachian Regional Commission
2025-01-16Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.59M
2024-02-15Grant· $0.45M
Leadership Team
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Steven McKnight
Vice President for Strategic Alliances
David Raymond
Associate Vice President for Security and Identity
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