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Posting Number SF2497P Position Title Project Advisor Position Type Professional/Salaried Department Student Support Services - Troy Division Academic Affairs Campus Troy Work Status Full-Time (FT) Temporary No Location Troy - T01 Job Summary
The Project Advisor position for Student Support Services is responsible for serving as an academic advisor to program participants; administering and evaluating academic and needs survey assessments; creating and maintaining Individual Academic and Service Plans (IASP) on assigned participants; providing individual and group coaching in writing, math, and/or study skills; assisting participants with graduate/professional school planning; developing and conducting student development/academic/graduation workshops; accompanying program participants to cultural events; attending professional development training; and other duties as assigned by the Project Coordinator. Travel will be required when needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in higher education, social work, psychology, or related field
Minimum of two years of appropriate and relevant professional experience working in a TRIO federal program or similar related program/project for disadvantaged and at-risk college students
Experience coordinating and supervising project programming and field experiences
Experience advising and assisting participants with the graduate school admissions and financial aid process
Professional or personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting project participants
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in post-secondary education, counseling, educational psychology, or a related field
Experience working with a diverse adult population in a higher educational setting
Knowledge in Adult Education/Learning theories
Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility Work Hours
Standard office hours
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
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Does this position have supervisory responsibility? No Posting Date 10/19/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Position is funded by external sponsor agency. Troy University is under no obligation to maintain this position if funding from external source is reduced or ceased.
Quick Link https://www.troyuniversityjobs.com/postings/47047
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