Assistant Director, Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP)

Responsibilities

• Implement regional recruitment strategies, including college fairs and high school visits throughout NYS.
• Participate in the HEOP admissions process by reviewing applications and conducting interviews.
• Coordinate the Pre-First-Year Summer Program, including curriculum, faculty, housing, and student registration.
• Develop and deliver the College Success non-credit seminar using the SLU Thrives framework.
• Serve as an academic advisor to an assigned caseload of continuing students, monitoring progress and coordinating support services.
• Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and training of peer mentors and student workers.
• Assist with the collection and review of financial eligibility documentation and support student financial aid renewal.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, higher education administration, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in student support, advising, counseling, or financial aid.
• Knowledge of New York State HEOP guidelines and financial aid processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook).
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from educationally and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience coordinating summer bridge or pre-college programs.
• Experience with program assessment, data-informed decision-making, and retention strategies.
• Experience with data systems such as Starfish or Slate.

About the Company

St. Lawrence University’s Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) provides academic, financial, and personal support to undergraduate students who meet New York State Education Department guidelines for educational and economic disadvantage. The program is dedicated to creating an environment where the potential of motivated students can be fully realized through comprehensive support and community integration.