Educational Consultant, Suffolk Upward Bound Program, Office of Academic Opportunity Programs - The Educational Consultant is responsible for providing academic, personal, career, college and financial aid counseling to students and their families; assessing participants' academic and personal needs using various tools and providing appropriate counsel/referral; planning and implementing academic enrichment activities including college visits and community service; assisting with recruitment of new students; assisting with development and implementation of academic and summer program components, to include work-study placements. The position requires flexibility with work hours. Weekend (approximately twice monthly) and occasional evening work required, as well as travel within the service region during the work day. Position reports to the Program Director. The position is contingent upon continuation of grant funding (currently funded through August 31, 2012).

Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in counseling, education or related field, Master's degree preferred. Demonstrated ability to work with and a strong commitment to the educational advancement of low-income, first generation students required. Must have demonstrated capability of being a team player and possess strong organizational, customer service, writing, and public speaking skills. Experience providing individual and group counseling using various assessment tools necessary.

Qualifications Preferred: Familiarity with SAT assessments, previous experience working with TRiO programs; familiarity with grant-funded programs and ability to work within federal and state guidelines; personal experience in overcoming academic and economic obstacles.