Outreach Specialist for TRIO Adult Educational Opportunity Center (AEOC)

Job Description:

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

The Outreach and Enrollment Specialist is responsible for providing a variety of services, including counseling, group and/or individual informational sessions, and resource access to AEOC clients at a variety of locations.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide financial aid, admissions, and career counseling functions as outlined in the GCC Title IV EOC proposal.

Conduct individual and group sessions relative to admissions, financial aid and career counseling.

Assist clients to complete admissions and financial aid applications.

Develop and maintain positive relationships with referral sources in county to which assigned.

Develop and maintain library of resource materials.

Complete AEOC Intake/Enrollment Form, Assessment Record and other required reports in a clear, comprehensive and timely manner for a minimum of 30 students per month.

Participate in staff development training programs as assigned.

Fulfill other AEOC responsibilities as assigned by the AEOC Director.

Requirements:

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree required. Master's Degree in counseling, education, human services or related field preferred. 

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of three years' experience in the human services field, student personnel services, higher education, or teaching is required. Experience in admissions or financial aid, and experience with culturally diverse, disadvantaged populations are preferred.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to work independently with academically under-prepared and economically disadvantaged persons.  Ability to conduct workshops in admissions, financial aid and career decision making.  Ability to provide individual academic, career, and/or financial aid counseling.  Ability to work at a variety of off-campus sites independently.  Knowledge of geography and resources in assignment area.  Preference will be given to candidates whose experience and/or background is similar to those of Educational Opportunity Center participants.  Commitment to promoting equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging as well as mindful of developing accessibility solutions accommodating all both digitally and physically

Additional Information:

RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports to the AEOC Director and coordinates services with a variety of internal and external resources.

SALARY AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a full time, temporary, grant-funded position through August 31 with the possibility of annual renewals.  Position is 35 hours per week and is compensated at a rate of $43,868.98.  Salary, benefits, and conditions of employment are as set by the GEA contract.  

AEOC is a TRIO EOC grant that has been consistently hosted at the College since 1985. The primary work location will be based at the main GCC campus in Batavia with off-site meetings and outreach on a weekly basis per the discretion of the director and the needs of the program. Must have reliable transportation for outreach within the Western New York target area. Approved travel during the workday is eligible for mileage compensation. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required as needed. Collaborative and flexible shift times may be offered at the discretion of the director and program needs.

BENEFITS:

• NYS Retirement
• Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance through Independent Health and Delta Dental
• Vision Insurance through Eye Med
• FSA
• 20 vacation days annually, 24 sick days, 4 personal days and 14 holidays annually
• May use up to 10 sick days for family illness
• GCC Tuition Waiver for employee and dependents
• SUNY Tuition assistance at 4-year institutions
• Access to the Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Access to the fitness center, pool, studio, walking trails and more at the Richard C. Call Arena 
• On Campus dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Access to approximately 90,000 items via GCC's Library Services
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Please include an application, cover letter and resume.  In addition, please provide contact information for four professional references (including current and/or previous supervisors).  Please ensure contact information (phone & email) is current and up to date. 

GCC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body, and strongly encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.