•  Provide individualized advising in five core areas: goal setting, college and career exploration, college entry and enrollment, college affordability and financial aid, and college transition.
•  Conduct one-on-one advising sessions to assess student goals, needs, and post-secondary plans.
• Guide students through college exploration, application, admission, and enrollment processes.
• Support students and families with financial aid processes, including FAFSA and TASFA completion, verification, and financial aid award review.
• Assist students in identifying and applying for scholarships and additional financial resources.
• Deliver college access and success workshops, presentations, and other group advising activities.
• Support graduating seniors with the transition from high school to college, including summer outreach and follow-up to reduce summer melt. 

SAEP Scholarship Support 

• Educate students about SAEP Scholarship eligibility requirements, deadlines, and required activities.
• Support students with completion of SAEP Scholarship requirements and related documentation.
• Organize, review, and securely maintain documentation for SAEP Scholarship candidates.
• Verify student eligibility information, including grades and other required documentation, using high school records and designated data systems. Track and document student participation in required college preparation and scholarship activities.

•  Document advising sessions, student participation, outreach activities, and benchmark outcomes in designated data systems.
• Monitor, maintain, and correct student records by verifying information against source documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and data security in compliance with FERPA, SAEP policies, and applicable school district requirements.
• Manage multiple projects and reporting deadlines; submit timely and accurate performance reports and other required documentation.

• Serve as a liaison between SAEP and assigned partner high schools, building collaborative relationships with administrators, counselors, college and career staff, teachers, and other campus personnel.
• Coordinate with school staff to identify students for services and provide college access programming that complements existing campus initiatives.
• Conduct outreach to increase student and family awareness of college access services, financial aid resources, and scholarship opportunities.
• Coordinate with other organizations serving students on assigned campuses to maximize resources and avoid duplication of services.
• Partner with the Program Director to identify and implement data-informed strategies that strengthen program services and student outcomes.
• Support special projects, events, and initiatives that promote college access, financial aid literacy, enrollment, and successful college transitions.
• Advance SAEP’s mission by supporting cross-departmental initiatives and organizational priorities as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in education, public administration, social sciences, or related field required. 
• Knowledge of college advising, counseling, student support, or youth development practices and procedures.
• Experience working with high school students, families, schools, or college access programs preferred.
• Experience with data collection, performance tracking, and accountability preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Tagalog, Gujrati, or Pashto preferred but not required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of college access processes, including college and career exploration, applications, admissions, enrollment, financial aid, scholarships, and college transition supports. 
• Familiarity with local higher education institutions and post-secondary opportunities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data entry/reporting systems; Salesforce experience preferred.
• Ability to deliver effective presentations and workshops to students, families, and school partners.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build trusting and collaborative relationships with students, families, educators, and community partners.
• Ability to engage and motivate students to identify their strengths and pursue educational and career goals.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive student and family information.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Commitment to learning, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Ability to present an image of confidence and professionalism in appearance and attitude.

• Reliable personal transportation for travel to assigned high schools, SAEP offices, meetings, events, and other work-related activities.
• Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance in employee’s name required. 

Working conditions 

• Position is primarily based at assigned San Antonio-area partner high schools, with additional work at SAEP/cafécollege, located at 131 El Paso St., San Antonio, TX 78204, as required.
• Work schedules generally follow regular business and assigned campus hours and are based on a five-day, 40-hour workweek: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Some evening and weekend hours may be required for student, family, school, and organizational events.
• Regular travel between assigned campuses and other program locations is required.

Physical requirements

• Subject to sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and walking to perform the essential functions.

Direct Reports

• No direct reports.