Talent Search Program Counselor

Please apply at www.roswell.enmu.edu

NOTE: This position is funded through an external grant. Continued employment beyond the fiscal year is contingent upon continued funding.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Talent Search Program Counselor will be highly qualified to deliver services to student participants in the partner schools. This position reports to the Talent Search Director and works closely with the rest of the team and with the local schools being served, to ensure the objectives of the grant are met and are in line with the strategic plan of ENMU-Roswell.

CHARACTERISITC DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Regularly visit with assigned schools in order to identify potential participants and perform individualized counseling sessions;
• Informing the general public of Talent Search services through assemblies at organizational meetings, school assemblies, individual and small group sessions;
• Conduct individual and group meetings with participants to discuss post-secondary admissions and Financial Aid options;
• Assist students with completion of Admissions applications, Financial Aid applications, scholarships, etc.;
• Offer ongoing Financial Aid/literacy information and assistance to participants;
• Coordinate guest speakers, workshops, and campus tours for EOC participants;
• Oversee tutors hired at target schools;
• Establish and maintain communication within the institution, particularly the Financial Aid and Admissions office in the target area;
• Establish and maintain communication with assigned partner schools;
• Follow-up on referrals made by target area personnel and schedule appointments;
• Collect and input participant data into database system;
• Attend regional, state, and national conferences;
• Understand the current grant and how it influences our duties and responsibilities;
• Meet all expectations and other duties as assigned or directed;

Requirements:MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in education, social work, counseling, or related field;
• Minimum of two years’ experience working with disadvantaged and racially diverse student population;
• Knowledge of personal and career assessment instruments;
• Knowledge of postsecondary admission and financial aid process;
• Ability to work with diverse age levels from middle school to postsecondary;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Background similar to participants;

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in education or counseling;
• Previous TRIO experience;
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish;
• Experience working with students one-on-one and in small group settings;

Please apply at www.roswell.enmu.edu

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,888.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Roswell, NM 88203 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Roswell, NM 88203: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $43,888 - $45,000