Advisor I, TRIO at InsideHigherEd

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For assistance, please contact the recruitment team at 970-378-3720.

Minimum Hiring Annual Salary:

$48,288.00

Maximum Hiring Annual Salary:

$52,152.00

To attain the maximum annual salary, employee must meet all minimum qualifications plus:

• 5 (five) years of additional applicable work experience and/or degrees higher than minimum qualification degree. Degrees higher than the minimum qualification degree can be used in combination with additional work experience.
• A combination of related education, on-the-job work experience, certifications and/or licenses that results in a candidate successfully meeting the minimum qualifications of the position, may be considered.

The stated salary amounts are not guaranteed in the event employment ends with Aims during any fiscal year.

Included with Aims Full-time Employment is a generous package of Benefits, most are listed below:

• Benefits are effective immediately
• 100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option)
• 85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee's spouse and/or family
• Voluntary vision insurance
• Staff Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 15 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days)
• 17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year
• Summer schedule: 4-day work week - Fridays Off
• Employer paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums
• Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees
• Tuition waiver for dependents
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Free parking on all campuses

Job Description:

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.

This is a grant-funded position that is up for renewal in August 2026.

The Student Support Services Advisor is responsible for recruiting and welcoming participants, assessing their needs, and providing academic, career, and financial aid counseling. The advisor assists with transfer services to four-year institutions and with financial aid and transfer processes. The advisor acts as a liaison to key offices, such as Enrollment and Financial Aid, managing a caseload, and monitoring student progress. Additionally, the advisor maintains accurate records, reports on student academic status, and ensures compliance with institutional and federal reporting requirements. The advisor supervises up to three Peer Mentors, including training, tracking their hours, and supporting their personal and academic growth.

Academic Advising & Student Development

• Provide intensive, developmental academic advising to first-generation and income-eligible students, with a particular focus on first-year engagement and retention.
• Conduct individual advising sessions at least twice per semester to support students with course selection, educational planning, academic goal-setting, and transfer preparation.
• Assist students in identifying potential academic and career pathways, and guide them in researching and applying to four-year institutions.

Recruitment & Program Outreach:

• Assist the Advisor II and Program Director in developing recruitment strategies, application materials, and communication processes to attract eligible students.
• Support outreach efforts by delivering informational presentations to prospective students, parents, school counselors, and community stakeholders.
• Maintain active communication with campus faculty, student services, and external partners to enhance program visibility and student referrals.
• Participate in the review and evaluation of student applications, transcripts, and test scores; assist in applicant interviews and the selection of participants based on federally defined eligibility criteria.

Grant Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure comprehensive and accurate documentation of all student interactions in compliance with U.S. Department of Education guidelines and institutional policies.
• Collaborate with core grant personnel to monitor student progress and outcomes, contributing to data collection for the Annual Performance Report (APR).
• Maintain detailed case notes and time logs for advising and student support sessions.
• Verify that all student files include required documentation; such as intake applications, academic transcripts, standardized test scores, and eligibility verification materials to ensure compliance with federal TRIO program guidelines.

Collaborate with institutional departments (e.g., Financial Aid, Career Services, Student Accessibility & Well Being ) to connect students with appropriate campus resources and support services.

• Facilitate student participation in transfer-related programming, including four-year college campus visits, scholarship workshops, and financial literacy events.
• Instruct students in the use of institutional systems such as online registration portals and academic planning tools.
• Review academic records to assess course placement and identify needs for additional academic support.
• Assist in the coordination and delivery of workshops, cultural events, and service learning opportunities that align with program objectives and enhance the student experience.

Other Duties as Assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, plus one (1) year of related experience in student affairs, higher education, working experience in an educational setting, or working with people on career & academic goal setting, or working with people utilizing case management

OR

• Associates degree, plus three (3) years of related experience in student affairs, higher education, working experience in an educational setting, or working with people on career & academic goal setting, or working with people utilizing case management.

• Working knowledge of admissions, financial aid, and issues specific to the populations targeted by the SSS program.

• Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships with faculty, campus officials, staff, community organizations, other agencies, and students from diverse backgrounds.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work some evenings and weekends as needed.

• This position requires the use of a company vehicle for business travel. The selected candidate must successfully pass an MVR and be insurable under Aims insurance.

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish/English.

• Experience supporting students who are first-generation, from a limited-income background, or students with a disability.

• Experience working in a community college setting.

All Applicants:

• Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have performed under the "Work Experience" section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.
• Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.
• Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in "Additional Job Description" section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section. If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered. Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you may redact information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

For information on our hiring practices, please visit our resource page: https://www.aims.edu/departments/human-resources/hiring-process.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within three (3) business days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.

Screening/Selection:

To be considered, please provide a thorough and complete application. Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.

Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than nine (9) months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.

Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.