ACADEMIC ADVISOR - TRIO Programs

Academic Advisor – TRIO Programs

Under general supervision, the TRIO Talent Search Academic Advisor provides comprehensive, proactive, and individualized academic, career, personal, and financial advising to an assigned caseload of program participants. The Advisor is responsible for developing and implementing strategies that promote academic achievement, college readiness, postsecondary access, persistence, and successful student outcomes. The position requires a high level of initiative, accountability, professionalism, and student engagement in working with first-generation and low-income students. The Advisor will establish meaningful relationships with students and families, monitor student progress, identify and address barriers to success, and provide timely interventions and referrals. The Advisor will collaborate effectively with parents, school personnel, university departments, and community partners to deliver individualized services and high-quality group programming that supports the goals and objectives of the TRIO Talent Search program.

Essential duties include strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Comprehensive knowledge of college and career readiness, postsecondary access, college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and career pathways. A high level of initiative, accountability, sound judgment, and professionalism. Ability to independently manage an assigned caseload and take ownership of student engagement, follow-up, documentation, and outcomes. Ability to identify student needs and barriers and develop appropriate strategies, interventions, and referrals. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, school personnel, university departments, and community partners. Ability to plan and facilitate high-quality individual and group advising sessions, workshops, college readiness activities, and career development programming. Commitment to serving first-generation and low-income students and advancing the goals and objectives of the TRIO Talent Search program. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

This is a Grant Funded position.

Position Details

Security Sensitive Position? - Yes

Hours of Work - 8:00am - 5:00pm M-F

% FTE - 1.0

Hiring Range - $45,486.69 - $57,995.53

Education - Bachelor's degree or higher.

Required Licensing/Certification - Valid Texas Driver's License preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Knowledge of: Policies, procedures, practices, and equipment. Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications. Experience working with disadvantaged youths. Skill in: Problem-solving and decision-making. Multitasking and time management. Both verbal and written communication. Ability to: Establish trust and meaningful relationships with students and families while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Manage a diverse caseload and provide individualized services based on student needs. Identify barriers to student success and proactively implement appropriate interventions and referrals. Interpret and apply program policies, federal requirements, and institutional procedures accurately and consistently. Work effectively with minimal supervision while maintaining communication, accountability, and follow-through. Work collaboratively with school districts, university departments, community organizations, and other stakeholders. Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive students and program information. Adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines, and effectively manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced program environment. Demonstrate initiative and continuously identify opportunities to improve student services, program effectiveness, recruitment, engagement, and outcomes. Work flexible hours, including Saturdays, as required to support TRIO Talent Search activities, workshops, recruitment events, and student programming. Travel locally and out of town, including overnight travel, when necessary, to accompany and supervise TRIO Talent Search participants during college visits, educational activities, conferences, career experiences, and other program-sponsored events. Provide appropriate supervision, guidance, and support to students during program-related activities and travel. Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to adjust work schedules to meet program and student needs. Support the mission, goals, objectives, and compliance requirements of the TRIO Talent Search program. Maintain communication with school counselors, teachers, and administrators.

Work Experience - Two (2) years to three (3) years of related experience.

Working/Environmental Conditions - Prolonged standing and/or walking. Handling light weight objects. Using or carrying equipment. Awareness of school safety protocols.

UA EEO Statement - It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Close Date - 09/24/2026

Open Until Filled (overrides close field) - No

Special Instructions to Applicants - Open to all applicants.

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have two (2) to three (3) years of related experience?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have experience working with disadvantaged youths?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Reference Letter 1
3. Reference Letter 2
4. Reference Letter 3