Talent Search Counselor, Delaware Valley College

Posted by on November 8, 2002

[originally posted to College Prep Round Table]

Job Title: Talent Search Counselor

Qualifications:

Candidate will hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 2 years of experience; master’s degree preferred; or any combination of education and related experience

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Counselor position is a full-time, ten-month position and he/she will serve in one of the target schools, with the exception of one Community Counselor, who will serve in two faith-based sites. The Counselor will report to the Director and Assistant Director. The Counselor will be expected to perform all the duties outlined below:

1) fulfill the project objectives as stated in the approved proposal;
2) perform tasks as assigned by Director and/or Assistant Director that pertain to the daily operation of the program;
3) gather, compile, and report student data and information that pertains to the grant;
4) facilitate trips, events, and activities that align with program objectives
5) provide and disseminate educational and college-prep information to participants
6) assemble, maintain, and complete student files throughout the program year;
7) provide career and academic counseling and guidance to participants;
8) coordinate and partner with secondary schools, community agencies, organizations, and post-secondary institutions to provide services to program participants;
9) assist with assessment of student data, retention, and tracking efforts;
10) travel to National, Regional, and State Talent Search conferences or workshop opportunities as provided by Director

Pay and Benefits:
30k-34k; excellent 401 (k) plan; medical and dental; full tuition remission (bachelor?s and MBA degree); summer?s off;

Contact Info.
Send Resumes to:
Attn: Brian Smith, Director
Talent Search of Delaware Valley College
700 East Butler Avenue
Doylestown, PA 18901
or fax to (215) 230-2964