Greetings from UTSATRIO SSS Program! The TRIO Student Support Services Program at the University of Texas San Antonio is seeking to fill the position of a fulltime Advisor. Please pass this information along to anyone you think may be interested in the opportunity. Our posting will remain open until 7/28/16 at midnight. This is a newly funded SSS program, funded until 8/31/2020. SSS is a federally grant-funded program designed to increase the college retention and graduation rates of 144 first generation, low-income students, and students with disabilities each year. Student Development Specialist III Position Description https://jobs.utsa.edu/postings/3776 apply by 7/28/16 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Meets with students for solving of difficult problems, counseling, providing information regarding admission, policies, registration, financial aid, and program development. * Counsels students on policies and procedures; demonstrates use of the university website. * May register/withdraw students; maintains and distributes transcripts and letters of verification. * Serves as a leader for teams and program groups. Observes performance and assists with development plans; mentors and recruits program members. * Maintains, formulates and implements programs; prepares program information for dissemination; markets program to target audiences; identifies program weaknesses and recommends solutions. * Maintains records, gathers data and prepares reports as required. * Interacts with university departments, student groups, and external agencies. * Assists in securing program resources and planning training meetings. * Participates in professional conferences and individual professional development (may require travel). * Conduct workshops to students in program. * Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE * Minimum two years of experience working with student groups in the community or equivalent advisory and administrative experience in the field of education, with four years preferred. * Master's in education, social work, or counseling and/or related field required. * Experience working with low-income, first-generation students as well as students with disabilities is preferred. * Working knowledge of Microsoft office required. TO APPLY Please complete the application by midnight 7/28/16 at https://jobs.utsa.edu/postings/3776. Any questions can be directed to Linda Leech at linda.leech@utsa.edu<mailto:linda.leech@utsa.edu>. Linda Leech, MS Student Support Services, Director The University of Texas at San Antonio Institute of P-20 Initiatives I'm First Gen! One UTSA Circle - MB 0.312 San Antonio, TX 78249-0603 T: (210) 458-7521 F: (210) 458-7546 Linda.Leech@UTSA.edu<mailto:Linda.Leech@UTSA.edu> http://p20.utsa.edu/programs/trio_student_support_services