HEOP Advisor

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.

• Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.

• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.

• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other supervisors, coworkers, customers, vendors, agencies, etc.

Position purpose

Develop and implement activities, programs, and services for students eligible for the Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP). Assist in implementing services and activities to improve student achievement, retention, and graduation.? Assist with HEOP activities for the Summer Institute.? Assist in monitoring and reconciling program budgets and preparation of reports for New York State.

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

1. Deliver programs and activities to students eligible for the HEOP program. Produce and disseminate literature promoting opportunities for HEOP participants.

2.?Provide one-on-one academic counseling to HEOP participants. Review participants’ academic progress and special needs and devise intervention strategies; consult with faculty, counseling center staff, and other College staff and administrators regarding strategies for students deemed at-risk. Assist with class registration

3. Assist with the selection of prospective HEOP participants by processing and reviewing applications.

4. Collect and verify financial documentation for all matriculating freshman HEOP participants. Host regular financial aid discussions to ensure that all continuing participants complete the appropriate financial aid forms by the established deadlines.

5. Develop and implement appropriate interventions for HEOP participants such as academic workshops, personal and professional seminars, cultural events, faculty/professional mentoring interventions, and community services activities. Collaborate with the Office of Student Engagement and Multicultural Affairs, Career Services and the various schools regarding effective delivery of student development interventions. Make all provisions for student travel. Accompany students as warranted.

6. Find and share opportunities and programs for participants to receive academic, career, financial, and personal counseling. Consult with and make referrals to?Academic Advising Center, Tutoring Services, Student Financial Services, faculty advisors, Career Services, Disability Services, and the Office of Counseling and Wellness, as examples; document records of service for program students, as applicable and appropriate.

7.?As requested, assist with updating and monitoring program budgets. Collect, organize and analyze data on current HEOP participants and program graduates.? Maintain accurate, auditable records and produce annual retention and other reports. A strong ability to meet all deadlines for the submission of all reports is required.?

8. Assist with planning and coordinating HEOP activities for the Summer Academy and work with the Summer Academy team; collaborate with other offices in developing pre-freshman programming.

9.?As requested, meet with Summer Academy faculty to clarify goals of the HEOP program and review pretest results for math and writing. Discuss student progress, schedule advising appointments and review academic progress.

10. As requested, assist in the direction and guidance for the Summer Academy residential staff.

11. Identify and ensure regular participation in professional development activities and monthly check-in

12. Assist in the recruitment process which may include evening & weekend travel.

13. Perform other duties as assigned by the HEOP Staff

14. Administer academic need testing (e.g., Accuplacer) for HEOP students.

**Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Education and/or Experience Requirements

Bachelors degree with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in a higher education/student services environment;

2. Professional Skills

Considerable experience working with a diverse student population in a counseling or academic advising role

3. Reasoning Ability

Knowledge and understanding of the mission, goals, and objectives of higher education opportunity programs; strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills and the ability to represent the College to prospective students, families and public constituencies.

4. Work environment and physical functions

This position is located in an office environment. Generally, an employee needs to be able to sit, stand, and navigate within the office area. The office equipment either individually used or shared with a department is the responsibility of all employees.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, elements of this position may be required to be conducted remotely at the discretion of the institution

Preferred Qualifications

Possessing a valid New York state driver’s license and driving record acceptable to the College is required

Experience working with state and/or federal grant reporting

Ability and willingness to work occasional daytimes and/or weekend hours

Strong ability to follow guidelines and meet strict deadlines

****Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. ****