Campus Advisor

Description

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) is seeking a passionate, driven individual with the desire to learn, grow, and excel in a culture that values every member of the team. DSF was named one of the Denver’s Top Workplaces in 2024 (5 year recipient of Top Workplaces), a testament to our team and to our intentionality in co-creating a positive, inclusive work environment. In 2022, DSF was named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to work for by  the National Association for Business Resources. When you join the DSF team, you will enjoy a supportive, and innovative environment where your work has a profound impact on the lives of students and their families.

As a nonprofit organization, DSF’s mission is to inspire and empower DPS students to enroll in and graduate from postsecondary institutions of higher education, by providing the tools, knowledge, and financial resources essential for success. By embodying the core values of equity, innovation, leadership, learning, relationships, and integrity in everything we do, DSF strives to be a leader within the community. As we constantly seek to improve our services, we build strong relationships with college staff members, partners, students, team members and the broader community. We are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, believing in the value and ability of all students and team members.

We seek candidates who will model, live, and reinforce DSF’s mission and core values with colleagues, students, families, and the broader community. If you are passionate about the philosophy and mission of DSF, then we invite you to join us and help make college possible for Denver's students.

Job Summary 

This position is responsible for coordinating and implementing DSF’s postsecondary student services program by serving as a resource and guide for college students through college completion. Providing wrap-around services, including intrusive advising, academic/career guidance, and financial aid assistance, directly to students within the college environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent support services to a caseload of about 150-200 program participants (including currently enrolled college students and recently stopped-out students) through individual advising, group facilitation, workshops, and presentations, focused on core services to support persistence and postsecondary completion: Monitor class selection and credit completion/efficiency, support Satisfactory Academic Progress, FAFSA and financial aid/scholarship advising, and transfer advising (if applicable) 
• Incorporate career prep/connections, community building, and personal/leadership development. 
• Serve as a coach, resource, and advocate for students, holistically examining students’ unique situation and areas critical to success, including academics, finances, residence/transportation, support systems, connection, and well-being 
• Provide outreach and support to re-enroll students who have stopped out for 1 or more terms.
• Collaborate with college partner student services staff and faculty, developing partnerships with existing campus programs and supports that provide students with resources, academic support, and other opportunities to bolster success 
• Support students in maintaining eligibility for DSF scholarship (if applicable), financial aid, and other funding/scholarships 
• Utilize student data systems to query student records to inform appropriate services, interventions, and referrals, maintaining accurate and up-to-date advising records, student and program data related to student success services, progress, and outcomes. 
• Remain current on best practices in college success advising for diverse, first-generation, and limited income students pursuing a technical certificate, 2-year degree, and/or a 4-year degree 
• Actively participate in DSF Staff, Program, and Advisor events, committees, meetings and professional development opportunities and assist in the planning and facilitation of meetings when appropriate 
• Collaborate with the DSF Access, Scholarship, and Volunteer programs to help students through college completion 
• Strong collaboration with the development team to plan and host career exposure events for students and stewardship opportunities for donors
• Use and manage DSF interns and volunteers as available to build program capacity
• Other duties as assigned 

This position is a hybrid role working 4 days onsite and one day remote.

Job posting will remain open until 06/17/24 and may be extended if additional time is needed to gather qualified applicants.

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities 

• Experience advising/coaching diverse populations (including diversity in race/ethnicity, cultural background, language, immigration status, and socio-economic status, etc.), and a demonstrated passion for serving students and supporting their success 
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and develop strong partnerships with internal and external support services, including effectively resolving conflict
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills
• Proactive problem-solver who demonstrates initiative and ability to work individually and on a team
• Ability to operate in a professional manner, including proper attire, ethical behavior, and maintaining strict confidentiality with student/family information
• Effectively use a variety of technology tools including database, various software programs, internet tools, and communication tools
• A sense of humor, tolerance for change, and a demonstrated ability to create a positive culture and sense of empowerment for students/families

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  

Compensation & Benefits 

• $55,000 to $62,000
• 401(k) plan with $ for $ match of up to 5%
• Group health, dental, and vision insurance (low cost premium plans offered) 
• Life Insurance that provides 2 Times Your Annual Salary
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability Supplement (Based on Years of Service)
• Paid holidays (includes Winter Break and Summer 1/2 Fridays in June and July) and 2 Floating holidays each year
• Trusted Time Off (unlimited vacation policy following 90 days)
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave (Based on Years of Service)
• ID Theft Protection and Will Preparation Assistance
• Legal and Financial Counseling
• Four Professional Wellness Sessions
• Employee Assistance Free and Confidential Counseling Services

Denver Scholarship Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Learn about DSF’s commitment to Equity & Inclusion.