Draper - Secondary Academic Advisor

Job Details: Job Location: Draper 3 - Draper, UT 84020, School Year: 2026 - 2027

Location: Draper, UT

Job Summary: The Secondary Academic Advisor guides students in academic planning, college and career exploration, and post-high school education. The position works with students and families to support academic progress, college access, financial aid, scholarships, and successful post-secondary transitions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The position includes but is not limited to the following list of representative duties:

Advise students experiencing academic or attendance challenges

Conduct College and Career Readiness activities and support students and families with academic planning

Work individually with seniors to support successful college and post-secondary transitions

Assist with FAFSA nights, College Week, UCAW, ACT/SAT testing, and other college access activities

Coordinate college and career exploration activities and connect students with colleges, resources, and support programs

Maintain current college access information, scholarship databases, and financial aid resources

Assist students with college and scholarship applications, financial aid, fee waivers, and deadlines

Arrange college visits and opportunities for students to meet with college advisors

Support low-income, low-achieving, DACA, and undocumented students with college access resources

Maintain knowledge of current scholarship, financial aid, and college access requirements

Collaborate with counselors, administrators, teachers, and families to support student success

Other duties as assigned

Schedule:

Typical schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (hours may vary based on campus or department needs)

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, and participation in a 401(k) match

Up to 5 days PTO

School and Summer breaks off

Priority enrollment for daycare and school age children

Professional development and alternate paths to licensure

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong problem-solving and organizational skills

Knowledge of secondary student development and academic needs

Knowledge of college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, FAFSA, and post-secondary planning

Ability to work effectively with students and families from diverse backgrounds

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in a helping profession preferred

Related experience in academic advising, counseling, college access, or student support preferred

Bilingual Spanish preferred