Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology Looking for HEOP Academic Advisor (Part-Time) Full Time

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 first year 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 service activities. Collaborate with
   various campus offices for additional interventions.
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, 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-first year 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. Host monthly check-ins with students to ensure regular participation in program activities.
11. Assist in the recruitment process
    which may include evening & weekend travel.
12. Perform other duties as assigned by the HEOP staff.
13. 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.

Education and/or Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a
minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in a higher education environment.

Professional Skills

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

Reasoning Ability

Demonstrated 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.

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.

Preferred
Qualifications

Experience working with state and/or federal grant reporting.