Program Advisor, Brown Collegiate Scholars Program

Brown University – Program Advisor, Brown Collegiate Scholars Program

Brown Collegiate Scholars Program (BCSP) is a four-year, year‑round college access program for students living and learning in Providence. The Program seeks to empower academically motivated public school students who live and learn in Providence to explore their interests and strengthen their academic preparation in order to identify, select, afford and attend colleges that align with their aspirations. The focus is on developing student agency as a means for self-reflection, exploration, and self-determination, with particular attention to first‑generation and low‑income students.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of BCSP, the Program Advisor coaches incoming Providence Public School District high‑school students, advising them on college application and financial aid processes, coordinating exploration opportunities, securing advantageous financial aid packages, and supporting their transition to college. Work is carried out through one‑on‑one advising, group workshops, and college visits throughout New England. Program Advisors engage a single cohort of students for four years, receive training and ongoing support, and participate in regular team meetings.

• Provide student advising and lead delivery of college access information and materials (30%)
• Advise high‑school students and their families through the college admissions and financial aid process (30%)
• Program, administration, caseload and data management (25%)
• Creation of events, workshops, and cultivating K‑12 and post‑secondary partnerships (10%)
• Maintain up to date knowledge on national college access programming initiatives (5%)

• Bachelor's Degree and 2‑4 years of experience or equivalent of education and experience required.
• Experience in student advising required.
• Experience in urban schools and/or non‑profit organizations preferred.
• Experience with college access programming required.
• Experience working with first‑generation and low‑income communities preferred.
• Superior computing abilities including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Apps for Education and basic technology troubleshooting experience required; advanced presentation tools preferred.
• Experience working with a CRM (i.e., Salesforce) and other student systems preferred.
• Experience working with students in a residential setting preferred.

• Excellent communication skills (virtual, oral, and written)
• Fluency in Spanish preferred
• Strong presentation skills including the ability to conduct practical workshops and presentations.
• Work effectively with school personnel, parents, and students.
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to do detail‑oriented work.
• Ability to meet stringent deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to troubleshoot in a complex and changing work environment.
• Must have the ability to work effectively independently, and as a member of a team.
• Strong analytical and time management skills.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Please include a cover letter and resume with each application. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

If you have any questions you may contact employment.

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Start Date:

Job Posting

Title:

Program Advisor, Brown Collegiate Scholars Program

Department:
Pre‑College & Undergraduate Programs

Grade: 9

Worker Type:
Employee (Regular)

Time Type:
Full Time

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

37.5

Position

Work Location:

Hybrid

Benefits information is available on the Brown University website.