College Adviser

AdviseTX College Adviser

Location: Austin United States

Job Description:

Job Title

AdviseTX College Adviser

Agency

Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Department

Community Partnerships & Campus Visits

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

San Antonio, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The AdviseTX Hybrid Program at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, in partnership with the College Advising Corps and AmeriCorps, seeks highly motivated recent college graduates (within the last 5 years) to serve full-time as College Advisers. AdviseTX places Advisers in San Antonio area high schools to work alongside counselors and other college access organizations. Using a near-peer model, our goal is to encourage and assist high school students with college applications, financial aid, scholarship searches, and the transition to post-secondary education.

This is a grant-funded position. Grant funded positions are time-limited and are contingent upon sufficient grant funding.

Responsibilities:

Advising:

• Serve in a hybrid (on-site and virtual) role at 1-2 San Antonio area high schools to increase college preparation and enrollment.

• Provide personalized admissions and financial aid support to students and families.

• Assist students with admissions and financial aid applications and create individualized college timelines.

• Use digital tools (video conferencing, text, email, AI, phone) for personalized advising.

• Offer college advising in classrooms, assemblies, and student meetings.

• Utilize an AI Chatbot in coordination with College Advising Corps with students and families to maximize outreach.

Coordinating and Organizing:

• Establish a professional online presence (social media, website, blog) for communication.

• Engage families in supporting students' college plans.

• Plan events to promote college preparation, including Decision Day.

• Partner with community groups for off-campus events and service opportunities.

Establish and maintain productive relationships:

• Assess school needs with the AdviseTX Director and school staff to tailor programs.

• Build relationships with principals, counselors, and teachers.

• Participate in extracurricular activities to empower students and strengthen the college-going culture.

Sustainability and Data Management:

• Record service data using the College Advising Corps' GRACE system.

• Submit progress reports to the AdviseTX Director.

• Support and attend evening/weekend events and assist other Advisers.

• Stay current in admissions and financial aid advising.

Represent AmeriCorps:

AmeriCorps is a National Non-Profit Organization that partners with College Advising Corps. All Advisers with the AdviseTX Texas A&M San Antonio Chapter are AmeriCorps Members.

• Display the AmeriCorps logo at your service site.

• Provide direct service at your service-site, and log hours accurately in the AmeriCorps online reporting system.

• Adhere to all guidelines of AmeriCorps and the Corporation for National and Community Service.

• Serve in other volunteer opportunities at the direction of the program director.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree earned between May 2021-2025.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience working with high school students; and/or students from communities with limited access to higher education opportunities, such as in college admissions, advising, or mentoring programs

• Leadership in mentoring, project management, and decision-making.

• Experience in office, clerical, or administrative roles, including communications, record management, and proficiency with technology.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and ability to travel to San Antonio, TX.

• Flexible to attend events/meetings outside regular hours.

• Strong interpersonal skills; represent CAC, AmeriCorps, and TAMUSA professionally.

• Skilled in communication, Microsoft Office, and digital tools.

• Able to mentor high school students and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Term:

11-month contract from start date to June 30, 2026; eligible for a second year depending on eligibility and standing with AmeriCorps and the Program.

Summary of Employee Benefits:

www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-Benefits1.pdf

Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made.  If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058.

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.