Talent Search Advisor Assistant
University of North Texas at Dallas
Position Details
Position Information
| UNT System Overview | Welcome to the University of North Texas System . UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton , the University of North Texas at Dallas and the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region and we are committed to transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We are growing with the DFW region, enrolling a record 47,000+ students across our system and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. |
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| Posting Title | Talent Search Advisor Assistant |
| Department | UNT-UNT TRIO-160570 |
| Job Location | Denton |
| Full Time/Part Time | Part-Time |
| Pay Rate | Commensurate with Experience |
| Salary Information | Salary commensurate with experience |
| Department Summary | The UNT Talent Search Program is a grant-funded college prep program serving students in the Denton Independent School District. We assist middle and high school students by providing college prep and career exploration workshops. This position will support the Talent Search College Prep Advisors by providing assistance with these college and career workshops. |
| Position Summary | THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE TRAVEL BETWEEN TARGET SCHOOLS IN DENTON, TX. •Will create and present various educational workshops to help 6-12th grade students understand about college and career options. Will maintain logs of student participation. Will conduct one-on-one educational advising for middle school students. •Assist with basic administrative functions of an office, have good communication and organization skills. Must be self-motivated and show initiative. •Will be responsible for maintaining student data in database. •Conduct activities to support the objectives of the Talent Search (TS) Program including supporting TS Director with academic events, parent nights and other activities. •Establish/maintain effective working relationship with students, TS Staff, and DISD school officials. •Will comply with TS and middle/high school guidelines as well as FERPA regulations. |
Additional Posting Details
| Minimum Qualifications | •Masters Degree in Education or Guidance and Counseling •Work schedule hours are limited and during school hours. •Consistent communication via phone, texting, virtual, and email communication modes. •Must be self-motivated and able to work effectively with minimal supervision. |
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| Preferred Qualifications | •Familiar with/experience in working with the students at TS target schools in Denton ISD. •Alumni/friend of a TRIO or Talent Search Program. |
| Required License / Registration / Certification | |
| Work Schedule | Will set schedule within Monday through Friday, 8:00 – 5:00 pm and occasional evening hours. |
| Driving University Vehicle | No |
| Security Sensitive | This is a security sensitive position. |
| EEO Statement | The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices. |
| Physical Requirements | Ability to communicate |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | H844P |
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| Position End Date (if temporary) | |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/66537 |
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