TRIO Advisor, Talent Search

Position Summary

The TRIO Advisor provides direct academic, college-readiness, career-development, and student-support services to program participants. The Advisor is responsible for building positive relationships with students, monitoring participant progress, developing and maintaining Individual Service Plans (ISPs), coordinating academic support, and delivering educational workshops and activities.

The Advisor works closely with the Assistant Director, Project Director, school personnel, families, and community partners to help participants develop the academic skills, knowledge, confidence, and resources necessary to successfully complete high school and pursue postsecondary education, training, or career opportunities.

Advisors will recruit and maintain a caseload of 217 student participants.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

of the AD as an Advisor Academic Advising & Student Support Provide individualized academic advising and student coaching to program participants. Develop supportive and professional relationships with assigned students. Assist students with academic planning, course selection, graduation requirements, and educational goals.

Help students identify academic challenges and develop strategies for improvement. Monitor student academic performance, attendance, participation, and overall progress. Provide encouragement, accountability, and ongoing support to help students achieve their goals. Individual Service Plans (ISPs) Develop Individual Service Plans for assigned participants based on student needs, interests, strengths, and educational goals.

Review and update ISPs regularly to reflect student progress and changing needs. Establish measurable academic, college-readiness, career, and personal development goals. Document advising contacts, interventions, services provided, and student progress. Follow up with students regarding progress toward established goals.

Academic Skill Development Support students in developing effective study habits, time-management skills, organization, goal-setting, and other academic success strategies. Coordinate tutoring and other academic support services for participants. Monitor the effectiveness of tutoring and academic interventions. Refer students to appropriate school, university, or community resources when additional support is needed.

College Readiness & Postsecondary Planning Provide college-readiness advising and support to participants. Assist students with college exploration, admissions requirements, applications, and enrollment processes. Provide information regarding scholarships, financial aid, Oklahoma Promise, FAFSA, and other resources that support postsecondary access.

Assist students with college visits, campus programming, application events, and other postsecondary activities. Help students develop realistic postsecondary plans based on their academic interests, career goals, and individual circumstances. Career Exploration Facilitate career exploration activities that help students identify interests, strengths, skills, and potential career pathways.

Assist students in exploring careers, career clusters, education requirements, and workforce opportunities. Coordinate career-related workshops, speakers, job-shadowing opportunities, internships, and other career experiences when applicable. Connect students with career and technical education, vocational training, workforce, and postsecondary resources.

Workshops & Student Engagement Plan and facilitate educational workshops, classroom presentations, and student development activities. Deliver programming related to academic success, college readiness, financial literacy, career exploration, leadership, and personal development. Participate in student recruitment, retention, recognition, and engagement activities.

Encourage student participation in TRIO activities, campus events, college visits, cultural experiences, and enrichment opportunities. Assist with program events, summer programming, field trips, and other activities as assigned. Tutoring & Support Services Coordinate tutoring and academic assistance for participants.

Identify students who may benefit from additional academic or support services. Make appropriate referrals to school counselors, teachers, tutors, university departments, community agencies, and other resources. Follow up on referrals to determine whether students received the appropriate assistance. Data & Documentation Maintain accurate and timely participant records.

Document advising sessions, student contacts, workshops, referrals, tutoring, and other services provided. Assist with collecting and maintaining student academic and participation data. Provide information and documentation needed for program reports and grant requirements. Maintain confidentiality of student records and information in accordance with university and program policies.

School & Community Collaboration Develop positive working relationships with school administrators, counselors, teachers, families, and community partners. Collaborate with school personnel to identify student needs and provide appropriate support. Represent the TRIO program professionally at schools, on campus, and within the community.

Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and program planning activities. Core Responsibilities at a Glance The TRIO Advisor will primarily be responsible for: Advising – Provide individualized academic and college-readiness advising. ISPs – Develop, monitor, and update Individual Service Plans. Academic Support – Coordinate tutoring and support academic skill development.

College Readiness – Assist students with postsecondary planning, applications, financial aid, and college preparation. Career Development – Facilitate career exploration and career-related activities. Workshops – Deliver student workshops and educational programming. Engagement – Promote participation, persistence, and meaningful engagement in TRIO services.

Documentation – Maintain accurate student records and service documentation. Referrals – Connect students with appropriate school, university, and community resources. Collaboration – Work with the Project Director to ensure consistent and effective program services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Strong organizational, time-management, and management skills. Background or experience similar to the students served by the Talent Search program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience working with middle school and/or high school youth. SALARY: $35,000 INSTITUTION: Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens.

Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many others. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts.

The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.

cameron.edu/ops . APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants must apply online at www.cameron.edu (Faculty & Staff/Human Resources/Employment). Attach a cover letter and a current résumé with your online application stating the reasons for your interest in this position, and how personal and educational barriers were overcome.

Include a copy of your most current transcripts and three professional references. Please include names, addresses and telephone numbers. Only those applicants who have submitted all of the required documentation listed herein will be considered. DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, only candidates whose applications are received by November 4th, 2026, are assured of receiving full consideration.

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