Project Director

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Report to: ExecutiveDirector,SEO Scholars Miami Compensation: $57,690 - $65,700 FLSA: Exempt EmployeeType: Full-Time, Regular Location: Miami, FL Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days/week in the SEO office at 3401 N Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33127 This is a full-time, exempt position with a hybrid schedule requiring in-person work three days a week (including required Saturdays) and virtual work two days a week.The typical weekly schedule is as follows: Fall Term: Tuesday through Saturday (3x a month); Monday through Friday (1x month) Spring Term: Tuesday through Saturday (3x a month); Monday through Friday (1x month) Summer Term: Monday through Friday In-person attendance isrequiredfor allCommunity Dayprogramming dates Two weeks of in-person attendance will be berequiredduring our College Application Bootcamp programmingfrom mid to late July Work requires local travel beyond the office for Saturday programming at the following locations(subject to change): Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus ABOUT SEO Founded in 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement, SEO closes educational and career opportunity gaps for 7,000 ambitious young people annually. SEO Scholars is a free, eight-year, academic program that transforms public high school students in New York City, San Francisco, North Carolina, and Miami into college graduates. SEO Scholars successfully educates and mentors students to and through college.100% of Scholars are accepted into four-year colleges, 85% of Scholars graduate with aBachelor’sdegree, and 80% are first-generation college graduates. All are welcome to apply. POSITION OVERVIEW SEO Scholars Miami seeks a passionate, student-centered, and highly organized 12th Grade Scholar Advisor to supportourScholars through one of the most critical stages of their educational journey: the transition from high school to college. ThisAdvisorrolewill provide individualized advising, college access support, academic monitoring, family engagement, and social-emotional guidance to ensure Scholars successfully matriculate to and persist through postsecondary opportunities. The ideal candidate is relationship-driven, equity-minded, detail-oriented, and deeply committed to supporting first-generation and underserved students through the college application and transition process, and ideallywill have experience as a college counselor in a high school or college setting with financial aid and scholarship advising experience, and possess a strong belief that, through commitment and hard work, students can achieve their dreams of college acceptance, attendance, and completion. College Advising& Access Create and foster an environment for all 12th grade Scholars that encourages intellectual curiosity, an inclusive,close-knitand supportive community, and a college-going culture Provide data-driven advising to all Scholars in the cohort via one-on-one, small group, and family meetings Guide all 12th grade Scholars through the development of their college applications, all associated essays, and the financial aid process following SEO’s collegeadvisingapproach Coordinate guest speakers, alumni panels, and volunteer engagement opportunities Collaborate with 12 th grade leaders at other SEO Scholars sites to connect Scholars to colleges and universities in other regions, as well as the College Scholars team Manage all college applications and matriculation decisions from start to completion,providingindividualized support as needed andensure100% of applications aresubmittedon time Assist Scholars with FAFSA, financial aid, scholarships, and verification processes Support Scholars in evaluating financial aid packages and making informed college decisions Coordinate college transition and summer melt prevention efforts Scholar Advising&CoachingSupport Build strong relationships with Scholars through consistent one-on-one advising Foster andmaintainastrong cohort culture grounded in accountability, belonging, and community Monitor academic progress, attendance, engagement, andoverallScholar well-being Support Scholars in goal setting, time management, self-advocacy, and leadership development Develop individualized support plans and interventions for Scholars needingadditionalsupport Design and deliver curriculumand workshopsto12th Grade Scholars including 12th grade Advisory classes duringthe Fall, Spring, and Summer MaintainaccurateScholar records,advisingnotes, and progress tracking systems Track application completion, FAFSA submission, college acceptances, scholarships, and enrollment outcomes;Ensuretimelycompletion of documentation and compliance requirements Partner with writing instructors to support all associated college essaysas wellasallscholarship, enrichmentprogram, and opportunity program applications Project an energetic, engaging, and approachable persona to promote students’ connection to the content, investment inlearning, and positiverelationshipstoall members of the community Work with 11 th grade Scholar Advisor to transition Scholars effectively into 12 th grade; Work with College Scholars team to successfully transition 12 th grade Scholars to their College Persistence Advisors (CPAs) and CS team Scholar&FamilyEngagement Collect, enter, and analyze all key data points for 12th grade Create, update, and manage all student-facing trackers, including the use of Salesforce Serve as a primary point of contact for families throughout the college application process Facilitate family meetings, workshops, and information sessions Communicate regularly with familiesregardingScholar progress, deadlines, and college milestones Provide bilingual and culturally responsive support when appropriate Plan several key College Admissions related events throughout the school year including but not limited to Graduation, Mock admissions day, FAFSA day, and College Decision Day Create and send monthly Family Newsletters Deliver andsupport all 12th grade Family Workshops andassistin workshop content creation School & Community Partnership Engagement Build andmaintainrelationships with related personnel from top colleges and universitiesin Florida and across the Southeast region;Support individual Scholar interests nationally by building connection withcollege/university admissions, asrequiredto providesupport Build andmaintainrelationships with school counselors/advisors, teachers, and communitypartners Advocate for Scholars within school settings when appropriate QUALIFICATIONS 2+ years of experience in college access, youth development,high schoolcounseling, advising, education, or related fields, with a focus on college-bound pathways and English; experience as a college counselor or advisor Strong knowledge of: College admissions processes FAFSA and financial aid systems Postsecondary pathways and scholarship opportunities Experience working with students in communities aligned with SEO’s mission and passion for preparing them to lead by example in their families, communities, and careers Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment COMPETENCIES & SKILLS Knowledge of theFloridapublic college system and top ranked private colleges preferred Strong work ethic and positive attitude Demonstrated ability toexecute onshort-term, deadline-driven tasks, as well as important long-term projects requiring collaboration with internal and external constituencies Adept at building authentic relationships with students quickly Ability to conduct difficult conversations with Scholars and families to give honest, productive feedback Excellent interpersonal skills and a high level of professionalism Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Google Suite Must be data driven. Knowledge of Excel and experience working with Salesforce (database) and Brightspace (LMS) are a plus Bilingual Spanish/English preferred; Haitian-Creole is a plus Ability to work a Tuesday through Saturday schedule from September to June and some evenings, as needed COMPENSATION & BENEFITS SEO offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plan including low-cost health, vision, and dental options, a generous holiday schedule and PTO policies, disability coverage, fully paid time off for new parents, and employer contributions to health reimbursement and retirement accounts. We are constantly working to improve our benefits each year based on the needs of our employees. We value wellness and strive to put people first and foremost. The compensation listed in this posting reflects what SEO believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and SEO reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. EEOC Policy At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world. Candidates from all communities–including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, veterans, and people with disabilities–are strongly encouraged to apply. Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it is our commitment. Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other legally protected status. If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO, due to a disability, please email SEO Talent . This position requires successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment. Applicants are encouraged to review background screening requirements, disqualifying offenses, and exemption information at the Florida Clearinghouse Education & Awareness site: . THE ORGANIZATION Established in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz, SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity) is an educational non-profit founded on the belief that talent is everywhere; but opportunity is not. Our programs are designed to educate, train, mentor, and amplify the voices of our participants to give them a seat at the table – every table.We propel human potential. SEO is an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational career opportunities that maximize the full potential of our participants. Each year SEO serves 7,000+ participants nationally, and the organization is widely recognized for developing best-in-class programs with exceptional results. Not every SEO participant is on the same journey, but all are hungry for opportunity and SEO creates an ecosystem of excellence. Learn more about SEO's programs here: . #J-18808-Ljbffr