AdvisorPlanner, Educational Talent Search, TRIO Student Services (2552)

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Advisor/Planner Educational Talent Search TRIO Student Services (2552)
Twin Falls
NOT eligible for remote work on-campus position
Priority Date: October 18 2026

Institution Information

Idaho State University established in 1901 is aCarnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution with a culturebuilt on trust compassion stability and hope. ISU serves over 12000students in Pocatello Meridian Twin Falls and Idaho Falls. Students andfaculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovativesolutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grandnatural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of ourUniversity community!

Job Description

This position is located at the Twin Falls outreach campus serving 300 high school students. The successful candidates will establish coordinate and conduct activities to inform low-income first-generation persons about available financial aid and post-secondary education opportunities; to assist individuals in selecting applying for and gaining financial assistance in enrolling in programs of post-secondary education.

This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment and Documentation (40% time spent)
-Responsible for recruitment of potential participants and securing appropriate documentation for client eligibility (responsible for ensuring that 2/3rd of students are both 1st generation to college and meet federal income guidelines).
-Maintaining accurate and confidential records for 250 students (including college and career plans transcripts test scores scholarships GPA events attended etc.).
-Ongoing review of student caseload including: student progress as it relates to needs assessment and learning plan documentation of students who have moved or left the program scholarships received financial aid received etc.
Maintain student files with all necessary physical documentation to ensure compliance with federal requirements.

Academic Advising & Planning (60% time spent)
-Provide academic assistance at target schools at least weekly such as class selection for both secondary and postsecondary study skills goal setting time management academic success career interest inventories and technology.
-Develop and maintain working and trusting relationships with participants while ensuring program services are provided as outlined in the federal grant.
-Provide information to students regarding post-secondary opportunities including admissions financial aid (FAFSA) scholarships ACT/SAT/COMPASS testing and course selection CIS Internet college searches scholarship searches.

Minimum Qualifications

-Bachelorsdegree ineducation counseling student personnel or another related area.
-Experience workingwith underrepresented students & high school students.
-Excellentinterpersonal and communication skills.
-Must haveaccess to and use of own transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

-Mastersdegree in an academic discipline education student personnel counseling orrelated area.
-Knowledge oftarget area (Southcentral Idaho).
-Knowledge ofrecruitment strategies for limited-income and first-generation students.
-Experiencewith state or federal record keeping.
-Bilingual inEnglish and Spanish.
-Experienceand knowledge of Federal TRIO programs.
-Preferred candidates will have personal socioeconomic cultural oracademic backgrounds that align closely with the target communities served.

You must submit your CV/resume cover letter and list ofthree (3) professional references including current contact information. Thisposition will remain open until it is filled; however priority considerationwill be given to applications received on or before October 18 2026. Salary will be $45605 per yearcommensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensivehealth dental and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistanceprogram (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; andgenerous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment areconditional pending the successful completion of a background investigationprovided by HireRight.

Note:Thank you for your interest in positions at Idaho State University. Once you have applied the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by logging into your profile and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review our frequently asked questions.

Posting Number: req2819
Type: Working 11 months per year
Position: Non-classified Staff
Division: Office Of Academic Affairs

Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process you are encouraged to contact

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority