Advisor Educational Opportunity Center

Responsibilities:  To serve the disadvantaged student of the target area by providing personal, vocational, and educational advising to promote an increase in postsecondary admission.  Secondary and postsecondary dropouts will be encouraged to re-enter the mainstream of education.

Qualifications: Applicant must have a Bachelor of Science Degree or above in student services related field such as psychology, social work, sociology, counseling, etc. Prior TRIO experience preferred.  Strategic planning and program management, detailed oriented, and high-level multitasking skills required.  Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively build and maintain relationships with educationally disadvantaged individuals; target area: service agencies, institutions, and businesses; and community referral source personnel.  Ability to use technology and software to maintain files and documentation accurately, in a timely and efficient manner.  Must be able to work independently, respect confidentiality, be able to problem solve, and maintain courtesy in dealing with students, community leaders, faculty, staff and visitors.  Preference given to candidates from backgrounds similar to EOC participants (low-income; first generation; and/or documented disability).  Must possess a valid driver’s license and good driving record, insurable by the College.

Salary: The annual salary for this position is $ 44,269.00 and is contingent upon funding through Educational Opportunity Center Program funds.

Fringe Benefits: This position covers health insurance at 100% for employee. Additional optional coverages include dental, vision, AD&D, life insurance, and long- and short-term disability. Other benefits include retirement under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, accrued sick leave, vacation, paid holidays, and an employee reimbursement/dependent scholarship program. Health benefits require a 60-day employment period.

Application Procedures: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, the search committee will begin reviewing applications on October 27, 2025. Candidates cannot be guaranteed full consideration if materials are received after that date. A Paris Junior College Application for Employment, cover letter, resume, copy of all college/university transcripts and a list of references are required. This position is security-sensitive and may require a post-hire Disclosure Regarding Background Investigation on the successful candidate. To complete the PJC Application for Employment and Disclosure Regarding Background Investigation Authorization, please visit our web site at https://www.parisjc.edu/hr/jobs/index.php, click the links to complete and submit all forms and attach all required documents for all three links.

Paris Junior College is an equal employment opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, creed or religion, color, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected group status. Applicants requiring accommodations for the application or interview process should contact the Human Resources Office.