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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)