Central Michigan University · 1 week ago
PROJECT ADVISOR/TALENT SEARCH
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$40K/yr - $47K/yr
2+ years expCentral Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus, and they are seeking a Project Advisor for a federally-funded TRIO program. The role involves providing academic, career, and financial counseling to students, managing program activities, and collaborating with school personnel and community partners.
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Responsibilities
Orients target schools, personnel, community, parents, students, and stakeholders about the Talent Search Project
Develops a working relationship with school administrators, counselors, teachers, parents, community agencies, CMU personnel, etc
Develops and executes strategies to identify, recruit, select and retain eligible students within target schools
Manages curriculum development & facilitates program workshops related to college, career planning and financial planning during academic school year and summer
Responsible for managing a case load of program participants and assesses participant's needs and monitors academic progress while in the TS project and refers to supportive services as needed
Assists high school seniors with follow-up regarding post-secondary matriculation i.e., FAFSA completion, Scholarship Essay's, College Applications, and complete college transition
Assists with middle school programming, workshops, field trips and summer activities as necessary
Works with students to establish short- and long-term educational goals and steps to achieve them
Advises students on course selection, dual enrollment, college applications and college entrance exams
Assists with the coordination and implementation of college tours, educational/cultural/social field trips and events that promote college access and provides supervision of students during events
Disseminates college access/financial literacy information to students and parents/guardians during monthly meetings
Assists with preparing written communication, memos, flyers, and newsletters for key stakeholders (school/university administrators, students, parents, etc.)
Serves as part of the team to assist with planning, developing and overall program goals
Responsible for accurate documentation of student records/progress and prepares reports as required in database monthly
Maintains positive leadership, ethical/professional conduct, and confidentiality of program participants information
Collects and tracks data for the grant and annual performance report utilizing the data management system
Supervises and oversees student activities, events and/or programs, and overnight trips
Follows all project regulations to meet all program goals/objectives
Completes monthly reconciliations to track project spending
Facilitates and manages day to day summer activities
Travels to target high/middle schools and makes home visits as needed
Attends meetings, trainings, and conferences as assigned
Relocates to the campus of Central Michigan University during the summer academy component
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in social work, education, counseling, sociology, psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution
Experience with recruitment, facilitation, and program planning
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and mobile office environment
Experience and comfortability in working with diverse students, parents and community members in a high and/or middle school setting
Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of underrepresented populations and ability to manage confidential information
Familiarity with university admissions, scholarship and financial aid processes
Must be self-directed and a self-starter with the ability to work independently
Strong communication skills, including written, oral and interpersonal
Ability to work early mornings, evenings and/or weekends and to travel in/out-of-state and to campus as required
Must maintain a good driving record, valid Michigan's Driver License and proof of current automobile insurance coverage
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Publisher, PowerPoint, Excel and Access
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred
Master's degree in education, social work, counseling, or a related field
Two years of experience working with TRIO and/or high and middle school programs
Bilingual English/Spanish with ability to read and write
Experience working with low-income, first-generation youth
Working and demonstrated knowledge of case documentation
Strong familiarity and ability to use social media outlets and video technology
Experience with pre-college summer residential programs
Benefits
Access to a nationally recognized wellness program
Health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms
Company
Central Michigan University
Welcome to Central Michigan University, a nurturing institution that fosters the transformative power of advanced learning.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$31.5M2018-07-06Grant· $31.5M
Leadership Team
John Veilleux, MBA
Vice President for University Communications & Chief Marketing Officer
Alison Arnold
Director Community Partnerships College of Education & Human Services
Recent News
2025-11-04
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