Talent Search Advisor

Posting Details

Posting Details Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Talent Search Advisor Posting Number NFE02723P Department USD-Talent Search Physical Location of Position City Mission Posting Text TRIO Talent Search at the University of South Dakota has an opening for a full-time 10-month position of advisor at the Todd County and White River Schools in the towns of Mission and White River SD, and is located onsite of the schools. This position is off contract mid-June through mid-August. This position assists Talent Search participants in the identification, preparation, and attainment of their educational goals. Talent Search participants will finish high school in the standard four years, graduate, and enroll in postsecondary education the following fall.

The advisor will:

• Maintain a cooperative relationship with the target schools, Todd County and White River, and the communities of Mission and White River SD, through visits with students and collaboration with the schools staff and parents.
• Work in the community schools 3-4 days out of the week.
• Meet with Talent Search participants each week in class and/or small group meetings and/or individual visits.
• Plan and carry out activities designed to help students succeed in school, graduate from high school, and enroll in postsecondary education.
• Provide academic assistance, including study skills and goal-setting activities, and encourage conduct or arrange tutoring as needed.
• Collect and disseminate information regarding postsecondary institutions, student financial aid, admissions, housing, and academic assistance programs.
• Arrange campus visits to colleges for TRIO Talent Search participants.
• Be available to meet with students, parents, through letters, personal visits, parent-teacher conferences, or other activities.
• Maintain a record-keeping system, including student files, to document student assistance and counselor activity.

Qualifications of Advisor

Education Bachelors degree in education, social services, counseling, business administration, or related field is required.

Experience Previous work with students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Native American and disadvantaged student populations, secondary and postsecondary education requirements, and ability to relate to middle school, secondary, postsecondary students and adults.
• Good communication skills.
• Valid drivers license to attend staff meetings and professional development.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to apply education models and good teaching practices in the classroom.

Posting Date 11012025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 11212025 Advertised Salary Commensurate with qualifications Duration of the Term 10 months If Other describe duration Off contract Mid June through Mid August Appointment 100 Work Hours Irregular work hours in Mission and White River SD. Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External includes Internal If internal define scope of search

This position requires Travel Valid Drivers License If other please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives, or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

Contact Information

Working Conditions Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.

• Intense Customer Interaction
• Reading
• Reasoning
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Frequent Change
• Multiple Stimuli
• Protective Clothing
• Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this positions use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used, please identify.

Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position.

• Bending
• Stooping
• Twisting
• Carrying
• Fine Finger Manipulation
• Keyboarding
• Pipefitting
• Bench work
• Grasping
• Lifting
• Light
• Sitting for sustained periods of time
• Standing for sustained periods of time
• Wrist Movement
• Twisting or rotating Describe any of the conditions selected.

Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.

• Hearing
• Speaking
• Vision
• With and without corrective lenses

Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures or potential exposures that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe in more detail any of the conditions checked above.

Working Environment Check the appropriate boxes that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.

• Office Environment
• Classroom Environment
• If you have indicated Other Environment if work tasks involve one or more of the above or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

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