Trio Program Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $40,535.07 - $50,085.71 Annually
Location : Lakeland
Job Type: Full-Time Temp - Grant-funded positions
Job Number: 202600141
Org: Student Support Services
Opening Date: 07/07/2026
Closing Date: 7/24/2026 8:00 AM Eastern
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Description
Performs responsible professional work in a TRIO academic advising department. Focuses on aiding students with up-to-date information on college policy and procedure, educational programs, campus, community resources, and academic support. One-on-one advising with course selection, degree audits, and future planning for study at a four-year college or university. Work is governed by broad instructions and objectives involving frequently changing conditions and problems.
Essential Functions/Duties

• Assist in the selection, assessment, and administration of the College Student Inventory to SSS participants.
• Provide individual academic, career exploration, transfer requirements, registration, withdrawal, academic programs, and educational advisement to SSS participants.
• Proficient in utilizing all features of the Microsoft Office Suite for effective internal and external communication.
• Conduct group, individual instruction and advisement sessions relating to, but not limited to, financial aid application and education or counseling services designated to improve financial and economic literacy and other academic success skills.
• Develop and maintain individual files and academic portfolios of SSS participants.
• Develop and refine methods for continuous monitoring and adequate follow-up of student progress.
• Plan and conduct research necessary for project evaluation.
• Assist in understanding the needs of SSS participants.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement logistics for college tours and other educational engagement activities.
• Provide relevant content for newsletters and other materials that must be approved by the Director and the Office of Communication and Public Affairs.
• Capacity to assess the eligibility of prospective TRIO SSS participants in alignment with the requirements established by the Department of Education.
• Demonstrated proficiency in delivering both oral and written presentations tailored to college students and faculty across all academic levels, including seminars.
• Create, update, and maintain an effective program website for students, parents, and community use.
• Assist the director in writing and editing grant applications.
• Interpret standardize test scores for PERT, College Student Inventory, and LASSI.

Typical Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills/Duties:

• The ability to establish an effective rapport with students, faculty, and staff.
• Good organizational skills, with special attention to details.
• Experience in work related to a computerized student records system.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other college personnel and others.
• General office skills.
• Experience with computers, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Ability to create and analyze reports.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Review participants' progress periodically through interviews with participants and faculty.

Working Conditions:

• Normal office working conditions are expected, which may include occasional evening and weekend work.
• Some attendance at seminars and conferences may be required.
• Must be flexible, work independently, and be able to adapt well to changes.

Salary and Benefits Information

• This position is a level P12.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; short-term disability; paid holidays and sick leave; vacation (excluding faculty positions); retirement benefits for eligible employees; and college fee waivers.
Required Education:

• Graduation from a regionally accredited College or University with a Bachelor's degree.

Required Experience:

• Two years of experience working with disadvantaged students in the areas of counseling, academic and career advising, or student development is required.

Supplemental Information
Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered:

• a resume.
• an electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed).

Important Information

• If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
• Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship.
• To request Veteran's Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application.
• Polk State College is a drug-free workplace.
• Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1, etc.) will not be considered.
• Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.
• Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, or employment. For information about the College's equal access and equal opportunity policies and procedures, or to file a complaint, please contact:
Title IX Coordinator
3425 Winter Lake Road
Lakeland, FL 33803
863.669.2903
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We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; short-term disability; paid holidays and sick leave; vacation (excluding faculty positions); retirement benefits for eligible employees; and college fee waivers.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
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Are you over the age of 18?

• Yes
• No

02
Are you currently authorized to work in the United States for any U.S. employer?

• Yes
• No

03
Will you now or in the future require any type of employer sponsorship or immigration-related support to legally work for Polk State College? (This includes but is not limited to the following: H-1B, H-1B1, J-1, TN, E-3, O-1, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT.)

• Yes
• No

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Are you currently in a period of F-1 CPT or OPT or seeking employment under one of these programs?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a United States Veteran or a qualifying family member seeking to use Veterans' Preference? (Please upload your DD-214 documents to your profile/application.)

• Yes
• No

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Are you a current employee at Polk State College?

• Yes
• No

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Are you bilingual?

• Yes
• No

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I am able to work 100% on campus and I do not require a remote or hybrid schedule.

• Yes
• No

09
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree + 18 graduate hours
• Doctorate Degree

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How many years of professional experience working with disadvantaged students in the areas of counseling, academic and career advising, or student development do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 3 years experience
• 3 years but less than 5 years experience
• More than 5 years experience

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during the interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

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