College Advisor

College Adviser USC College Advising Corps (USC CAC) Advisers play a critical role in delivering high‑quality postsecondary advising to students within a high‑school setting. College Advisers assist students with college searches, applications, financial aid, enrollment and host presentations, workshops, and events focused on supporting postsecondary attainment. They track student interactions and outcomes via an online student tracker to meet performance metrics and goals and attend summer training and ongoing professional development during the school year. Full‑time position (37.5 hours per week). Hourly rate $22.00. Fixed‑term, two‑year commitment: second year contingent on first‑year performance and funding. Primary work location is a local high school in the greater Los Angeles area (Los Angeles, LongBeach, Compton, Lynwood, Paramount, or other SanGabriel Valley cities). The Adviser will report to the Program Director at USC and an on‑site liaison at the assigned school. Responsibilities Assist students with college searches, applications, and financial aid for community colleges, four‑year universities, private colleges, and trade schools. Organize workshops, presentations, and events that encourage students and families to consider post‑secondary education. Establish productive relationships with counselors, teachers, and administrators within the partner school. Collaborate with other advisers in the service area. Document all student interactions daily to support program assessment and sustainability. Prepare regular progress reports for USC program staff and school administration. Participate in a four‑week paid training during the summer and ongoing professional development throughout the school year. Commit to one academic year (12 months) of service, with a preferred two‑year commitment if mutually agreed upon. Required Qualification Bachelor’s degree (College seniors may apply before graduation for the following school year.) Preferred Qualifications Student program or services experience. Proven ability to organize and manage many tasks and projects simultaneously. Attention to detail and excellent quantitative and record‑keeping skills. Flexibility, creativity, independence, accountability, and passion. Experience working with diverse populations. Ability to speak Spanish, Armenian, or other language is a plus but not required. USC is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation should contact USC Human Resources by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Background screening compliance is required. For policy details, refer to Background Screening Policy Appendix D. #J-18808-Ljbffr