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Program Advisor at Reading High School - TRIO Upward Bound Programs

Penn State University

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Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$42,100 - $61,000 / YEARPosted 1 day ago

Location (3)

University Park, Illinois

Salary

$42,100 - $61,000 / YEAR

Locations

3 listed locations

University Park, IllinoisBenner Township, PennsylvaniaBerks County, Pennsylvania

Quick overview

The Program Advisor will organize, develop, and implement social, educational, and service-learning activities for approximately 100 Upward Bound Program participants at Reading High School. Responsibilities include student recruitment, advising on services like course selection and financial aid, and developing programming compliant with federal guidelines.

Requirements summary

Required qualifications include the ability to articulate unit policies and federal grant guidelines, demonstrated experience providing college preparation services to 9th-12th graders, and experience working with low-income, first-generation high school students. A Bachelor's degree and at least one year of relevant experience are minimum requirements.

bachelor degreeProgram DevelopmentTutoringAcademic AdvisingEducational ProgrammingSocial ProgrammingStudent RecruitmentStakeholder RelationsFederal Grant ComplianceDiversity and InclusionStudent LeadershipCareer ServicesCollege ReadinessFinancial Aid AdvisingProgram AdvisingService-LearningParent/Student Events

Job description

Application instructions

  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. This position is funded for 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding. POSITION SPECIFICS Upward Bound Programs (UBP), includes five federally funded
  • TRIO grants through the
  • Department of
  • Education: four of them are Upward Bound (UB) in addition to one Upward Bound Math and Science (UBMS). Two of these grants serve students at Reading High School. These grants help high-school students gain academic skills and motivation to continue their education beyond high school. At Penn State, UBP is located within The Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity. UBP is seeking a Program Advisor to work with approximately 100 students attending Reading High School. Office space at Penn State Berks will also be provided and shared with an additional Reading High UBP program advisor. A UBP program advisor assists in organizing, developing, and implementing social, educational, and service-learning programs/activities for Upward Bound Programs’ participants. The successful candidate will be responsible for student recruitment and programming for grant-determined school district population, parent/student events, and community stakeholders. The counselor will advise, tutor, or refer program participants on various student services including high school course selection, college readiness, financial aid, health and wellness, career services, academic advising, student leadership, and diversity and inclusion. Additionally, the counselor will develop and implement academic year and summer residential programming in compliance with federal guidelines as outlined in the grant and develop and maintain effective working relationships with school districts, community partners, and campus and University-wide offices.
  • Required
  • Qualifications: Understand and articulate unit policies and federal grant guidelines in oral and written communication Demonstrated experience in providing direct college preparation services to 9th- through 12th-grade students Experience working with low-income, first-generation high school students from different backgrounds

Benefits

  • Vacation
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holidays
  • Sick Time
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Retirement Plans
  • Tuition Discount

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The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation. ARL-Penn State supports national security, economic competitiveness, and quality of life through Education; Scientific discovery; Technology...

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Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in counselor education, college student personnel, psychology, social work, education, higher education administration, or a STEM field Knowledge and experience with federally funded TRIO programs Familiarity with second language learners as many of our students are bilingual This position will require occasional evening and weekend hours, as well as some overnight travel for UBP meetings, retreats, and conferences. The program advisor will also reside in a residence hall(s) during the annual UBP Summer Academy to help implement programming and supervise students. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $44,628.00 - $64,668.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines There’s a reason Penn State consistently ranks among the top one percent of the world’s universities. Across 24 campuses, our 100,000 students and 40,000 faculty and staff know the real measure of success goes beyond the classroom – it’s the positive impact made on communities across the world. Our ideals stem from our origins as Pennsylvania’s sole land-grant institution, which allow us to continue to bring positive impact to humanity through our teaching, research, and engagement mission. And across the world is a community of Penn Staters – more than half a million strong – driven by that same spirit to serve our local and global communities. At Penn State, passion is met with collaboration in an environment that is rooted in shared pride for the accomplishments of our fellow students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Penn Staters cheer each other on to build a culture committed to service and engagement. Our University values represent our core ethical aspirations for all our daily activities and actions as students, faculty, staff, and volunteers at Penn State. Our values are as follows; Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Discovery, Excellence, and Community. We Are Penn State. One Community. Impacting Many.

Market context

TRIO program advisor roles stay mission-focused

In Illinois, TRIO Upward Bound advisor roles are typically driven by steady demand for staff who can support college access and retention for high school students. These positions are competitive because employers look for candidates who can explain federal grant guidelines, work with low-income, first-generation students, and bring college-prep experience; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. If you are applying, emphasize direct experience with grades 9–12 and be ready to show how you’ve delivered advising within grant-funded programs.

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