Part-time Veterans Upward Bound Outreach Counselor

Part‑time Veterans Upward Bound Outreach Counselor

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student‑centered, applied‑research institution committed to providing students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community and seeks to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our evolving communities.

Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) is a federal TRIO program funded by the U.S. Department of Education, to help U.S. military Veterans enter and succeed in postsecondary education. The Outreach Counselor, in close collaboration with the Director and Academic Coordinator, establishes relationships with Veteran Service, Social Service and educational organizations to promote the Veterans Upward Bound Project and outreach to potential Veteran clients.

Conducts initial assessments with Veteran clients to determine project eligibility and personal goals. Collects eligibility documentation, records demographic data in project database (BLUMEN) and offers Veterans available services. VUB is a non‑profit program serving Veterans from 12 counties surrounding Bowling Green and Fort Knox. This is a grant‑funded position. Continuation is dependent upon funding/need.

• Recruitment of VUB participants via tabling events, phone calls, workshops, and information sessions
• Develop connections with local and regional organizations for collaborative projects to support Veterans
• Connect with local industries and businesses to promote continuing education for Veteran populations
• Assist with social media campaigns to promote VUB services

• Provide participants with information on college application and enrollment processes
• Assist participants with career/major exploration
• Assist with financial aid counseling, FAFSA completion, and military education benefits
• Provide participants with college preparation activities geared toward academic success

• Kentucky driver’s license
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
• Must be able to travel within the VUB twelve‑county area of operations

Hourly Rate: $15.81

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre‑employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email ir or by phone at (270) 745‑6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University’s response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment.

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The following items must be submitted through this electronic talent management system:

• Resume

You will receive email confirmation that your submission has been received. The candidate review process will generally begin as materials are received.