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Educational Advisor - Upward Bound Math & Science (2 positions)

Position Number: 6930651
Location: Pasadena, CA
Position Type: Academic Advising

Educational Advisor - Upward Bound Math & Science (2 positions)

Pasadena City College

Salary: $68,101.44 - $75,081.96 AnnuallyCFT-46

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 09757

Location: Pasadena, CA

Department: Student Services

Closing: 3/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

This is a grant-funded position through August 31, 2027. Renewal is on an annual basis, however, is not guaranteed.

This is an 11-month position.
Upward Bound Math-Science (UBMS) at Pasadena City College is a college completion program that places emphasis on STEM college and career exploration. Funded by the US Dept. of Education, UBMS serves high school students attending Pasadena Unified School District or El Monte Unified High School District. To qualify for UBMS, Scholars must be US Citizens or Residents who are: 1. First Generation College-Bound; 2. At Risk for Academic Failure; and/or 3. Low Income per Federal Guidelines.

Under the direction of the Director for Upward Bound Math-Science, the Educational Advisor directly supports the attainment of all eight Project Objectives: 1. Academic Performance (GPA); 2. Academic Performance on Standardized Tests; 3. Secondary School Retention and Graduation; 4. Secondary School Graduation with a Rigorous Program of Study (A-G courses); 5. Post Secondary Enrollment; 6. Post Secondary Completion; 7. Recruitment; 8. Two-thirds Low Income & First Generation Students. To achieve this, the incumbent recruits, retains, and facilitates Educational Advisement for cohorts of up to 70 students on topics that include course selection, study skills, personal soft skills development, college and career exploration and preparation, assessment tests (SBAC, SAT/ACT), financial aid information, admissions requirements to diverse postsecondary institutions, assistance with financial aid application and college admissions process. Furthermore, the Educational Advisor fosters and cultivates parental involvement in preparing high school students for college, collaborates with community partnerships, and supports the planning and implementing of year-round Educational Activities that include Saturday Academies, the 6-Week Summer Commuter Program and 5-Day Environmental Science Retreat.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Under the direction of a supervisor, the Educational Advisor provides services in support of students enrolling in college, retaining students pursuing educational goals and helping students complete educational, career or program/department goals.
Understand and relay general information regarding policies and procedures in individual or group format to staff and students.
Assist students in navigating processes including completing appropriate paperwork such as petitions, forms, requests, and college and financial aid applications.
Conduct group presentations to various audiences including prospective students, students, parents, community members, faculty and staff regarding services related to the goals of the college/department/program.
Organizes events related to departmental goals and student needs.
Prepares reports as needed.
Serves as a liaison between entities critical to the success of the department such as college and high school, college and community organization, department to department, etc.
Communicate information in oral, written and electronic format in a clear manner.
Collects information from prospective students/students as needed.
Maintains data for reporting purposes and submits reports as required by department/program.
Performs outreach, recruitment and selection of students in accordance with department/program selection criteria, as necessary per grant/program requirements.
Provides academic, career and personal advisement to participants, as necessary per grant/program requirements.
Monitors student involvement and progress, as necessary per grant/program requirements.
Supports all activities related to summer program activities, as necessary per grant/program requirements.
Reviews paperwork for accuracy as directed by a supervisor.
Performs general clerical duties as assigned; answer phone, check messages, and retrieve FAX messages.
Performs other assigned duties which do not require professional competencies or which are assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university, AND
Two years of experience working with students in an educational setting

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of STEM College and Career Exploration.
Knowledge of college career patterns and typical courses and majors for common occupations.
Knowledge of college courses and prerequisites.
Knowledge of research techniques.
Course work in psychology, counseling or guidance.
Experience working with high school age youth, student athletes, low-income, and/or disadvantaged youth.
Having overcome disadvantages like those of the program/department target population.
Experience working in a California community college.
Experience in making group presentations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES- May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly associated with this position.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

College admissions requirements, certification and transfer.
College career patterns and typical courses and majors for common occupations.
College courses, prerequisites and general education requirements for local, out of state, and foreign colleges.
Career and Technical Programs.
Student Success Act.
Research techniques

ABILITY TO:

Analyze a variety of factors related to comparability of coursework.
Work with committees.
Plan and present workshops and/or conferences.
Work in a multi-cultural environment.
Work independently with little direction.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various District and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS:
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

CORE COMPENTENCIES: The District has identified the following essential skills and attributes needed for success in this position.

Student Advising and Support
Knowledge of College Policies and Procedures
Communication Skills
Presentation and Outreach
Event Planning and Coordination
Collaboration and Relationship Building
Data Management and Reporting
Organizational and Administrative Skills

SALARY RANGE:

CFT-46

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Pasadena City College (PCC) utilizes an online application process. Hard copy, e-mailed, or faxed resumes are not accepted. Job postings will not be reopened due to failure to submit an application before the closing date for any reason. You can apply for a position from any computer with Internet access. Please keep in mind the following:

If you do not follow the process or your application/resume is incomplete, your information will not be processed.
If you need to update any submitted information, you will need to reapply in full. When HR sees duplicate applications, we archive the oldest and the most recent application and materials are considered.
The selection advisory committee will review, evaluate, and consider applications and supporting materials received by the deadline. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview.
While the acceptance of the application packet is done through PCC's Applicant Tracking System (ATS), all hiring decisions are made by a hiring committee.
Once applications are submitted, they are final. Please carefully review your application and the documents which you are attaching to make sure that they are free from errors and complete. If you require assistance with your application, please refer to the application guide or you may contact NeoEd Customer Support at 855-524-5627. Customer Support is available Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. (PST).

All materials listed below may be required for your application packet to be considered complete:

Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter

After a review of applications received, the District may require the completion and submission of supplemental documents prior to the interview process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.
Pasadena Area Community College District will not sponsor any visa applications.
Applicants must be available for interviews at Pasadena City College at no cost to the District.
Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (626) 585-7388.
The Pasadena Area Community College District does not discriminate in the educational programs and activities operated by the District or in employment procedures and practices of the District. The Policies of Title IX as developed to date are available for inspection during normal business hours at the District office at 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91106.
Crime awareness and campus security information are available from Campus Police. (Public Law 101-542).
The Pasadena Area Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. The District encourages applications from underrepresented minorities and the disabled.
An applicant, who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Office of Human Resources.

PASADENA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Equal Opportunity, Title IX, Section 504 Employer

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/pasadenaedu/classified/jobs/5222819/educational-advisor-upward-bound-math-science-2-positions

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