Salary: See Position Description Location : Enterprise, AL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 2024-25:32 College/Division: ESCC-501140-TRIO Programs Opening Date: 07/29/2025 Closing Date: 8/12/2025 11:59 PM Central Campus Location: Enterprise State Community College Position Summary The EOC Educational Advisor will assist the EOC Project Director in the selection and enrollment of EOC-eligible participants. Key responsibilities include assisting participants with college admissions and financial aid applications, assisting students with enrollment in GED programs, and working with adults of all ages, school officials, community leaders, business owners, high school students, the homeless, justice impacted individuals, veterans, etc. The EOC Educational Advisor must be a self-starter, ready to work a flexible schedule, and willing to work out-of-the office and on-site at various partner locations. The candidate will serve disadvantaged students of the target area by providing personal, vocational, and educational advising to promote an increase in secondary completion and postsecondary admission. The position may be based in Ozark, AL on the Alabama Aviation Campus or in Enterprise on the ESCC campus Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Assist the Director in identifying students eligible for Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC) program and to complete initial assessments on these students. 2. Encourage adults, including postsecondary dropouts, to re-enter the mainstream of education. 3. Provide guidance in secondary school re-entry or entry into a GED program. 4. Assist with scholarship, financial aid, and college application documents. 5. Develop and implement programs relevant to the needs of the EOC participants. 6. Provide academic coaching and career advising to EOC program participants. 7. Maintain accurate documentation of services provided. 8. Conduct initial interviews with eligible EOC participants to orient them about program services/requirements, and complete comprehensive needs assessments for each participant. 9. Coordinate the delivery of EOC services to project participants. 10. Regularly contact project participants to build and maintain a successful partnership. 11. Maintain an approachable and accessible relationship with participants and staff. 12. Assist participants with navigating through the challenges of higher education. 13. Assist participants with developing academic and career strategies and setting goals for success. 14. Address academic, personal, career, and non-cognitive barriers. 15. Develop and conduct seminars/workshops on relevant academic, career, financial aid, and financial literacy topics. 16. Continually assess and document the progress of project participants. 17. Serve as advocate for low-income, first-generation or disadvantaged participants. 18. Participate in college committees. 19. Fulfill other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Director, Dean of Students and/or the President. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 1. Knowledge of or participation in TRIO projects such as Upward Bound, Talent Search, or Student Support Services. 2. Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening or weekend assignments. 3. Exemplary organizational, leadership, interpersonal, and time management skills. 4. Competency and knowledge of college admissions processes, financial aid requirements, and academic advising. 5. Competency in verbal and written communications; sufficient computer skills. 6. Proficiency with social media. Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Minimum of bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university. 2. Experience working in education, social work, career services, human services, vocational rehab or similar field. 3. Experience working with a diverse or low-income, first-generation population, including those from physically, economically, and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds. Application Procedures/Additional Information POSITION AVAILABLE: August 2025 SALARY:Salary Schedule E3 04 $39,759-$57,251, based upon the Alabama Community College System Salary Schedule to be determined by the applicant's education and years of applicable experience. Applicant acknowledges that if selected for the position that applicant's placement on the applicable salary schedule will be dependent upon the verified information provided. (This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is dependent on continued funding.) POSITION DEADLINE:Applications must be received by August , 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Incomplete or late application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview. Application packets submitted after the deadline date will eliminate the possibility of an interview. The submission of all required application materials by the deadline is the sole responsibility of the applicant. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants must submit a complete packet which consists of the following:
- Completed ESCC Application for Employment
- Current resume
- Copy of transcript showing degree and date conferred
- A cover letter of application specifically detailing and relating the applicant's education, and experience to the qualifications, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
Employment is contingent upon employer verification of work experience. Only applicants who meet the required qualifications and submit a complete application packet by the deadline will be considered. Applications submitted by fax, email, mail, or hand delivery will NOT be accepted. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. All applications become the property of ESCC. In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from a criminal background check. Enterprise State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. Enterprise State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Enterprise State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occurs during the search process. Enterprise State Community College application for employment form is available at www.escc.edu and should be submitted online. Sick Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement. 8 hours per month (may accumulate an unlimited number) Annual Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office. 0-4 years 8 hours per month 5-9 years 10 hours per month 10-14 years 12 hours per month 15-19 years 14 hours per month 20+ 16 hours per month (may accumulate up to 480 hours) Personal Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year. Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used. (converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used) Professional Leave Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President. Holidays New Year's Day Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday National Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas Day 15 (5 locally assigned) Contracted Work Days 260 Retirement The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama. Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24) Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24) Law Enforcement Officers: Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24) Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24) Health Insurance PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit Premium amounts:
- Single $ 30
- Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
- Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
- Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307
*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP. Tobacco Usage Premium
The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount. Wellness Premium
The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver. If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision. Optional Coverage Plan Premiums
- Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
- Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50
Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/17). Duty Hours (hours vary by campus and needs of the student)Tuition Assistance This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes. Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:
- 1/3 waived after 1st year
- 2/3 waived after 2nd year
- 3/3 waived after 3rd year
Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov. 01 Did you attach the required application materials as listed on the job bulletin, including 1) a current résumé, 2) a cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the required qualifications, 3) copies of appropriate transcript(s) identifying the applicant, date degree conferred, and verifying the minimum degree requirements (NOTE: COPIES OF DIPLOMAS WILL NOT BE SUFFICIENT) and 4) copies of applicable licenses and/or certifications if required by the job posting?Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. (You are encouraged to double-check your uploaded items. IF YOU CANNOT ANSWER YES, PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION UNTIL YOU HAVE ALL OF THESE MATERIALS UPLOADED.)
- Yes, all required documents are attached.
- No, I did not attachthe required documents. I understand that without the required documents attached I will not be eligible for an interview or an offer of employment.
02 I understand that I will be contacted through the email I have provided on my application for updates on this position.
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