POSITION: College Success Advisor (Student position)
POSITION SUMMARY
The College Success Advisor (CSA) will assist with implementation and evaluation of a
college access program for Inland Empire students. The CSA will provide college and
career planning support to students and parents at local schools, colleges and community
organizations as part of a regional College Success Initiative through BLU Education
Foundation’s College Exodus Project.
The mission of the COLLEGE EXODUS PROJECT (CEP) is to assist students in obtaining
undergraduate or graduate degrees from accredited colleges and universities, with the intent
that they contribute to the Inland Empire economy through entrepreneurship, employment,
and/or volunteer service. We accomplish our mission by providing comprehensive college
information, assistance and support to help students with admissions, financial aid, retention and graduation from public and private institutions throughout the country.
RESPONSIBILITIES
● Provide individual and small group advising to students
● Assist with colleges search activities and scholarships
● Assist with completion and follow-up of college, financial aid and scholarship
applications
● Manage/maintain accurate records; monitor/track student progress on a
weekly basis
● Conduct workshops and presentations for students, parents and community
members
● Assist with and participate in special events/projects as needed
● Serve as a Mentor/Role Model for students to pursue post-secondary education
QUALIFICATIONS
● MUST enjoy and be effective with African American and Latino male students
● Effective verbal and written communication skills
● Ability to serve a diverse student, staff and parent clientele
● Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Internet resources
● Must carry self in a professional and ethical manner
● Ability to carry out presentations before groups
● Reliable and timely in carrying out job duties
● Must be energetic, self-starter, and be able to work independently in an
effective manner
● Be willing to travel to various K-12 school and community sites
REQUIREMENTS
● Proof of current enrollment at an accredited college or university is required.
● Must have reliable transportation available, CA Driver’s License and auto
insurance
● Must pass TB test and Live Scan fingerprinting
Revised 5/10/2024
SALARY
Varied: Staff $19/hr, Work-Study $19/hr, Volunteer or stipend fulfilled according to
partnering program agreement (UCR School of Education,work study/college corps) etc.
WORK SCHEDULE
● 15-20 hours per week (some evenings and weekends required)
● Work shifts will be in 3 to 8 hour increments between 8am-5pm,
Monday-Thursday;
● Friday work trainings required
HOW TO APPLY: Interested and QUALIFIED candidates should email the following:
1. Cover Letter - please include:
● Preferred work locations (Rialto, San Bernardino, Fontana, Adelanto, Moreno Valley,
Riverside, Palm Springs)
● Availability of work hours Monday – Friday
● Summary of experience in College Advising, youth development or mentoring
2. Resume
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Are you CURRENTLY enrolled at an accredited college or university?
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person