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Outreach Advisor

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In this application, and the required cover letter and list of references, DO NOT include your protected private information such as date of birth, citizenship status or immigration information, social security number, or any other protected information. This does not apply to the Authorization Form for Background Check.

Applicants must upload the following with their application:

+ A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position.

+ A resume or curriculum vitae.

+ A list of three professional references.

In the online application in the Background Check field, type YES to show you understand this additional requirement.

Complete an Authorization Form for Background Check

https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf

Submit your completed and signed form to:

Human Resources (https://www.msun.edu/hr/)

Montana State University-Northern

Havre, MT 59501-7751

406-265-3568 or 406-265-3789

HR Dept. Fax 406-265-3530

Position Details

Position Information

NBAPOSN Title

Working Title Outreach Advisor

Brief Position Overview

Position Number TBD

Department Veterans Upward Bound

Division Student Success Division

Appointment Type Classified

Contract Term Academic Year

Semester

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE 0.475 FTE (19 hours per week)

Benefits Eligible No

Compensation Hourly

Salary $22-26 per hour

Contract Type Classified Hourly

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

MSUN Veterans Upward Bound ( VUB ) is a statewide program of classes and support for veterans preparing to enroll in college or another training program. VUB administrative offices are located on the campus of MSUB and all program recordkeeping is performed and maintained at this location. This position will be located in Kalispell and will enhance the overall functioning of the department. The small VUB staff manages all program of services, and we are looking for a detail oriented, customer service-focused individual to join our team to provide student services to area students. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. This is a 9-month grant funded position with a flexible weekly schedule and no benefits package included.

Duties and Responsibilities

+ Assist with program recruitment and provide application assistance to eligible veterans.

+ Maintain accurate participant student files in the online Blumen student database.

+ Assist with database entry and maintain confidential files.

+ Conduct intake process with new participants, complete individualized education plans, and pretesting. Upon student completion, conduct exit interview and post testing.

+ Provide college preparation and transition assistance to and maintain a caseload of approximately 80 veteran students in the western part of the state.

+ Assist students with career counseling, assessment and advising, financial literacy and aid, veteran benefits, college admissions, and mentoring.

+ Refer and help register students for VUB refresher classes, tutoring, workshops, and events.

+ Monitor student progress and ensure complete and appropriate record keeping of student and project performance.

+ Help coordinate activities provided for student retention and graduation, such as social-cultural events, campus events, orientation,

graduation, etc.

+ Assist current students with veteran service referrals as needed.

+ Assist in the development of promotional/applicant materials, such as brochures, posters, videos, newsletters, flyers, and student applications.

+ Maintain university, community, and veteran service organization relationships and attend outreach events.

+ Assist with the Annual VUB Performance Report.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

+ Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, teaching, or a related field.

+ At least two years’ experience working with different populations, preferably veterans.

+ Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and database management, preferably using Blumen.

+ At least two years’ experience in student advisement to include academic, career, financial aid, and admissions counseling.

+ Excellent writing and oral skills.

+ Excellent networking skills and the ability to multitask in the coordination of multiple sites in region.

+ Experience and knowledge of college student support services, including student advisement, financial aid, career services, and campus veteran-related services.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

+ Prefer knowledge or willingness to learn of VA benefits, organizations, and community services.

+ Prefer prior TRIO experience.

+ Prefer teaching experience.

The Successful Candidate Will

The successful candidate will provide a high level of service and support to co-workers in a positive, professional, and helpful manner and will:

+ Exercise good judgment and self-motivation

+ Work effectively both independently and with minimal supervision and as part of a team

+ Have outstanding communication skills and an ability to work within a collaborative environment

+ Be principled in maintaining confidentiality of records and information

+ Be motivated to help others

+ Have the desire to learn new skills and expand job related knowledge

+ Represent Veterans Upward Bound in a professional and courteous manner

Special Requirements

A valid driver license may be required.

Physical Demands

Ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position with or without reasonable accommodations including but not limited to the following.:

+ Light lifting

+ Typical office environment with some event work that may involve a variety of spaces, conditions and travel

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 2600015P

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date Immediate

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Until an adequate pool is established No

Special Instructions Summary

In this application, and the required cover letter and list of references, DO NOT include your protected private information such as date of birth, citizenship status or immigration information, social security number, or any other protected information. This does not apply to the Authorization Form for Background Check.

Applicants must upload the following with their application:

+ A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position.

+ A resume or curriculum vitae.

+ A list of three professional references.

In the online application in the Background Check field, type YES to show you understand this additional requirement.

Complete an Authorization Form for Background Check

https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation- MSU -Northern.pdf (https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf)

Submit your completed and signed form to:

Human Resources (https://www.msun.edu/hr/)

Montana State University-Northern

Havre, MT 59501-7751

406-265-3568 or 406-265-3789

HR Dept. Fax 406-265-3530

Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.msun.edu/postings/2621

EEOC Statement

Montana State University-Northern ( MSUN ) is an equal opportunity employer. MSUN does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Director of Human Resources /Title IX

Montana State University-Northern

300 11th Street West

Havre, MT 59501

E-mail: [email protected]

Tel: (406) 265.3568

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

+ List of References

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

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