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Specialist, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound The Specialist, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound works directly with the Assistant Director, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound aiding in the enrollment of the Veterans ...

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Specialist, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound

Owens Community College

Perrysburg, OH • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

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Job description

Advertised Position Title:
Specialist, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound
Job Description:
The Specialist, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound works directly with the Assistant Director, TRIO/Veterans Upward Bound aiding in the enrollment of the Veterans Upward Bound program provision and documentation for low income, first-generation veterans who are interested in pursuing postsecondary education. This position is grant-funded through August 31, 2027. Continuation of employment beyond August 2027 is contingent upon grant renewal and the availability of grant funds."
Essential Functions
  • Provide advising for VUB participants, conduct individual needs assessment; provide financial aid advice.
  • Assists in the coordination of intake applications, electronic and paper materials and other related information.
  • Provide support and referral to college and community resources.
  • Provide academic, vocational, career, and financial aid planning and progression monitoring.
  • Provide support services to Veterans including assistance with admission, financial aid and program advising.
  • Collaborate with social service agencies, community organizations and educational programs to identify eligible participants.
  • Gather participant progress data and prepare progress reports.
  • Participate in professional development activities.
  • Monitors and maintains social media presence including but not limited to Facebook, lnstagram, Linkedln, TikTok, Snapchat.
  • Provide TRIO VUB Program services remotely (as necessary).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • A working knowledge of computers and computer applications, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office applications is required/
  • Evidence of strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with disadvantaged students as well as other students, faculty and staff from a wide variety of racial, ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Evidence of the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a team player.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
  • Demonstrated commitment to working with multi-cultural populations and awareness of issues affecting women and minorities.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree. Field of study related to Business, Education, Social Work, Counseling
  • Previous experience working with veterans.
  • Previous experience working advising in higher education.
  • Previous experience working with disadvantaged and/or underrepresented students on a college campus or in higher education.
  • Experience supervising student staff.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree

Minimum Expectations:
  • Travel as needed
  • College events and professional development

Job Classification:
Staff
Duty Days:
260 Days
Work Schedule:
Varies. Standard college hours are 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday
Grant Funded Position:
Yes - Grant Funded
FLSA Status:
United States of America (Exempt)
Pay Basis:
Hourly
Hiring Range
$34,200.00-$38,475.00
Retirement System:
SERS - SERS (Retirement System Classification)

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