The Pennsylvania State University
Program Advisor at Reading High School - TRIO Upward Bound Programs
The Pennsylvania State University, State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Application Instructions
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student) – please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Do not apply here; apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State – please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Do not apply here; apply internally through Workday. IF YOU ARE NOT A CURRENT EMPLOYEE OR STUDENT – click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Position Specifics
Upward Bound Programs (UBP) , includes five federally funded TRIO grants through the Department of Education: four of them are Upward Bound (UB) in addition to one Upward Bound Math and Science (UBMS). Two of these grants serve students at Reading High School. These grants help high‑school students gain academic skills and motivation to continue their education beyond high school. At Penn State, UBP is located within the
The Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity . UBP is seeking a
Program Advisor
to work with approximately 100 students attending Reading High School. Office space at Penn State Berks will also be provided and shared with an additional Reading High UBP program advisor. A UBP program advisor assists in organizing, developing, and implementing social, educational, and service‑learning programs/activities for Upward Bound Programs' participants. The successful candidate will be responsible for student recruitment and programming for grant‑determined school district population, parent/student events, and community stakeholders. The counselor will advise, tutor, or refer program participants on various student services including high school course selection, college readiness, financial aid, health and wellness, career services, academic advising, student leadership, and diversity and inclusion. Additionally, the counselor will develop and implement academic year and summer residential programming in compliance with federal guidelines as outlined in the grant and develop and maintain effective working relationships with school districts, community partners, and campus and University‑wide offices. Required Qualifications
Understand and articulate unit policies and federal grant guidelines in oral and written communication. Demonstrated experience in providing direct college preparation services to 9th‑through 12th‑grade students. Experience working with low‑income, first‑generation high school students from different backgrounds. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in counselor education, college student personnel, psychology, social work, education, higher education administration, or a STEM field. Knowledge and experience with federally funded TRIO programs. Familiarity with second language learners as many of our students are bilingual. Additional Requirements
This position will require occasional evening and weekend hours, as well as some overnight travel for UBP meetings, retreats, and conferences. The program advisor will also reside in a residence hall(s) during the annual UBP Summer Academy to help implement programming and supervise students. Education, Experience & Certifications
Minimum Education : Bachelor's Degree.
Relevant Experience : 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.
Required Certifications : None. Background Checks/Clearances
This position requires PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. It also requires that you operate a motor vehicle as part of your job duties – a valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Salary & Benefits
The salary range for this position is $42,100.00 - $61,000.00. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees designed to support both personal and professional well‑being, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, and a generous 75% tuition discount available to employees, eligible spouses, and children. Campus Security Crime Statistics
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR) that includes crime statistics and institutional policies. The ASR is available for review
here . EEO is the Law
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms.
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CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student) – please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Do not apply here; apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State – please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Do not apply here; apply internally through Workday. IF YOU ARE NOT A CURRENT EMPLOYEE OR STUDENT – click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Position Specifics
Upward Bound Programs (UBP) , includes five federally funded TRIO grants through the Department of Education: four of them are Upward Bound (UB) in addition to one Upward Bound Math and Science (UBMS). Two of these grants serve students at Reading High School. These grants help high‑school students gain academic skills and motivation to continue their education beyond high school. At Penn State, UBP is located within the
The Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity . UBP is seeking a
Program Advisor
to work with approximately 100 students attending Reading High School. Office space at Penn State Berks will also be provided and shared with an additional Reading High UBP program advisor. A UBP program advisor assists in organizing, developing, and implementing social, educational, and service‑learning programs/activities for Upward Bound Programs' participants. The successful candidate will be responsible for student recruitment and programming for grant‑determined school district population, parent/student events, and community stakeholders. The counselor will advise, tutor, or refer program participants on various student services including high school course selection, college readiness, financial aid, health and wellness, career services, academic advising, student leadership, and diversity and inclusion. Additionally, the counselor will develop and implement academic year and summer residential programming in compliance with federal guidelines as outlined in the grant and develop and maintain effective working relationships with school districts, community partners, and campus and University‑wide offices. Required Qualifications
Understand and articulate unit policies and federal grant guidelines in oral and written communication. Demonstrated experience in providing direct college preparation services to 9th‑through 12th‑grade students. Experience working with low‑income, first‑generation high school students from different backgrounds. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in counselor education, college student personnel, psychology, social work, education, higher education administration, or a STEM field. Knowledge and experience with federally funded TRIO programs. Familiarity with second language learners as many of our students are bilingual. Additional Requirements
This position will require occasional evening and weekend hours, as well as some overnight travel for UBP meetings, retreats, and conferences. The program advisor will also reside in a residence hall(s) during the annual UBP Summer Academy to help implement programming and supervise students. Education, Experience & Certifications
Minimum Education : Bachelor's Degree.
Relevant Experience : 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.
Required Certifications : None. Background Checks/Clearances
This position requires PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. It also requires that you operate a motor vehicle as part of your job duties – a valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Salary & Benefits
The salary range for this position is $42,100.00 - $61,000.00. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees designed to support both personal and professional well‑being, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, and a generous 75% tuition discount available to employees, eligible spouses, and children. Campus Security Crime Statistics
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR) that includes crime statistics and institutional policies. The ASR is available for review
here . EEO is the Law
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms.
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