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Instructor/Advisor

  • 495646
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • TRIO Programs
  • Advising/Student Support
  • Full-time Staff
  • Closing on: Nov 20 2024

Salary/Position Classification

  • $37,000 to $39,000 (10 month) Annual, Dependent on Experience, Exempt
  • 40 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: No
  • Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

Provide career, academic, and personal counseling services to students in grades 6 through 12 in classroom and small group settings in select school districts in Northwest Minnesota. Advise and instruct participants in developing strategies for classroom success, exploring options for future career and educational opportunities, assist in the completion of college admissions forms and federal financial aid applications, taking students on college tours, conducting career exploration using standardized assessments, and advising related to transition issues. This is a 10-month position which runs from August 1 to May 31 annually.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • 10%% - Identify and select 300 (or number as directed by Director) qualified participants from a minimum of three target schools, and provide assistance in completing grades 6 through 12. - (Essential)
  • 5%% - Coordination of agency and community resources in conjunction with career and academic counseling and referrals when appropriate to human/social service agencies. - (Essential)
  • 55%% - Act as a liaison and information source to to further participant knowledge concerning secondary and post-secondary expectations and procedures. Provide academic, career, personal, and financial group/individual/peer counseling to participants and organize mentoring activities at appropriate levels. Provide parental workshops on appropriate topics. - (Essential)
  • 15%% - Identify, select, and serve a group of 15 6-8 grade students from a minimum of one target school to receive more intensive services in all areas. - (Essential)
  • 15%% - Maintain accurate student and program records. Participate in opportunities for staff evaluation, growth, and development. - (Essential)

Required Competencies

  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to develop and implement workshops in the areas of career exploration, financial aid, and areas enhancing academic success.
  • Ability to maintain a consistent, reliable schedule.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others as part of a team and independently to accomplish goals and objectives.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Ability to stand, walk, and drive for extended periods of time.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or related field. December 2024 graduates will be considered.
  • Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of products, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to operate motor vehicles provided through state motor pool.
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
  • Experience in teaching/counseling in group and/or classroom presentations.
  • Experience in teaching/counseling Talent Search related topics in group and/or classroom presentations with students grades 6-12.
  • Ability to network with public school personnel.
  • Experience with TRIO programs.
  • Background/experience with low-income, potential first generation college populations.
  • Experience working with diverse student populations.

 

Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.

Position Benefits

Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, annual & sick leave in addition to 10 paid holidays.

Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.

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Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

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