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College Mentor

Job title: College Mentor

Company: University of Kansas

Job description: DepartmentAchievement & Assessment InstPrimary CampusKansas City, KansasJob DescriptionStudent Services (50%)

  • Assist staff with virtual workshops and in-person events/activities
  • Perform advising and mentoring with program participants via remote or in-person as needed.

Student Records Management, Tracking, Program Guidance, and Office Tasks (50%)

  • Maintain accurate records and documentation regarding participant contacts
  • Perform general office tasks (filing, data entry, mailings, phone calls, organization, etc.)
  • Provide effective lines of communications with Director

DisclaimerThe University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university’s programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.Work ScheduleNegotiable and flexible – afternoons, evenings, Saturdays, Approximately 12 hours/weekContact Information to ApplicantsRebecca Dukstein, TRIO-TalentSearch@ku.edu (email only)Required Qualifications

  • Current college student status, including graduate student status, or earned Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience working with target population (middle and high school students)
  • During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: 1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or 2) be pre-enrolled in upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or 3) be enrolled in summer session or 4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments)

Advertised Salary Range$17.00/hrFTE0.30Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience working with TRIO or similar programs
  • TRIO alum status
  • Bi-lingual (i.e., Spanish)
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines, and follow through on details to completion as evidenced by application materials
  • Demonstrated strong oral and written communication as evidenced by application materials

Position Overviewis a TRIO college access program funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Through early intervention, this program is designed to encourage participants to remain in school, graduate from high school, and to pursue post-secondary education. Talent Search works with 932 middle and high school students in Kansas City, KS (more specifically Kansas City Kansas Public School District).Only apply if you are committed to the ideals of TRIO, have high integrity, considered to be responsible and timely, can follow directions, have a willingness to learn, and can effectively connect with young students to increase their motivation, knowledge, and excitement to remain in school, enroll in an institution of higher education, and obtain a post-secondary degree. The ideal candidate will present a professional demeanor and handle situations with tact and diplomacy; have excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills, accept feedback, and implement changes as needed. The ability to work independently, attention to detail, and complete tasks in a timely manner are important. Overall, we are seeking high-energy team members who can advise middle and high school students on college, career, and academic topics via phone advising and/or zoom.The schedule and number of hours per week will be determined at time of hire based on individual preference and needs of the program. This position will be expected to assist with virtual and in-person programming.Per the State of Kansas, student employees may hold concurrent appointments not to exceed . However, concurrent student appointments must be of matching FLSA designation (exempt/salaried or non-exempt/hourly).Reg/TempTemporaryApplication Review Begins25-Nov-2024Anticipated Start Date09-Dec-2024Additional Candidate InstructionA complete application consists of:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • 3 Professional References

Incomplete applications will not be considered.To ensure consideration, please apply by the application review date 11/25/2024. Application deadline is 12/31/2024.

Expected salary: $17 per hour

Location: Kansas City, KS

Job date: Fri, 22 Nov 2024 03:45:18 GMT

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