College & Career Advisor, KCCAN

Position: College & Career Advisor, Kansas City College and Career Attainment Network (KCCAN)

Supervisor: Advising Director, KCCAN

Salary Range: $55,000 – $70,000

About MOCAN:
The Missouri College and Career Attainment Network (MOCAN) transforms lives by creating
more equitable, statewide postsecondary education outcomes. MOCAN does this by increasing
postsecondary access, affordability, and completion for students living in low-income
communities, particularly those who are Black, Hispanic, and rural students.

MOCAN has an exciting opportunity for an energetic and experienced college & career access
professional to implement an advising program in Kansas City through the new Kansas City
College and Career Attainment Network or KCCAN.

KCCAN’s work is two-fold:

• Coordinating development and implementation of a regional strategic plan for college
  access and success for low-income students in Kansas City.
• Advising students and families on postsecondary planning, FAFSA, financial aid, and
  career pathways in support of partner school districts and community organizations.

About the Position:
The College & Career Advisor position is an intermediate-level position within MOCAN and
part of the staff launching the new KCCAN initiative. This position will report to the KCCAN
Advising Director. This is a student-facing position that will advise students and families on
postsecondary planning, including determining best fit and match, FAFSA/financial aid, and
career planning. The advisor will be part of a team of advisors providing support to students in
Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS) as the inaugural partner district of KCCAN. Advisors will
work in school buildings alongside district staff. Advisors will also participate in community
events that help to foster a college-going culture and ensure students and families have the
information they need to make an informed postsecondary decision. MOCAN intends to onboard
five college & career advisors as part of this team in support of KCPS. Ideally, advisors will
begin on July 14, 2025 to allow sufficient time for pre-service training before their embedded
roles in schools start in August.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Participate in pre-service training and on-going professional development related to the
  KCCAN advising program.
• Assist students and their families with postsecondary planning, FAFSA completion,
  financial aid and scholarship resources, and career exploration using a college and career
  advising model strategically aligned with the KCCAN framework and KCPS college and
  career goals.
• Proactively engage and ensure clear communication with KCPS staff, students, and
  families, and KCCAN/MOCAN staff.
• Maintain timely data entry in a secure, cloud-based platform, leveraging the data as a key
  tool for postsecondary advising.
• Utilize metrics, a case management system, and data tracking in collaboration with
  partners to monitor progress and ensure effective delivery of services.
• Work with MOCAN staff to engage Kansas City area professionals in MOCAN programs
  and services, including professional development workshops and My Scholarship Central.
• Participate in MOCAN staff meetings and activities as required. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of three years of experience advising students related to college and career, with
  at least two years of experience working directly with high school students.
• Highly motivated to do their best work to support students and meet KCCAN objectives.
• Demonstrated commitment to racial and socioeconomic equity in postsecondary education.
• Working knowledge of and experience with the K-12 and postsecondary education landscape
  in Kansas City.
• Working knowledge of effective college and career access and support strategies, specifically
  related to students from low-income backgrounds and students of color.
• Possess a strong understanding of the college admissions process, FAFSA/financial aid
  options, and work-based learning opportunities to effectively guide students toward
  diverse postsecondary opportunities.
• Bachelor’s Degree required. Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Required Skills and Attributes:

• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate advising in a 1-on-1 and group setting.
• Action oriented, self-starter with a track record of taking on new opportunities and tough
  challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm.
• Experience successfully working within teams and complex projects with a track
  record of meeting deadlines.
• Comfortable with collecting, tracking and analyzing student data to inform advising
  strategies, identify student needs, and measure program outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Ability to build rapport
  with students, families, and school staff.
• Proficiency with Google suite, Microsoft Office suite, and Zoom.
• Must be a resident of the Kansas City metropolitan area.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.

Physical Requirements
Position requires being able to see well enough to read and use a computer. Must be able to type
and sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with
employees, students, and institutional partners. Must be able to drive to various locations as
needed.

Working Conditions
Normal working conditions in a hybrid environment, including home office, coworking
space, and within high school sites. Must be able to travel and attend meetings and events, as
needed, in the evenings and on weekends.

About the Position and MOCAN:

• This is a full-time, exempt position.
• MOCAN offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, a
  401(k) plan with organizational match, and paid parental leave.
• The organization is based in Columbia, Missouri. This position is based in Kansas City.
• MOCAN requires a background check of all job candidates after a contingent offer of
  employment. This may include criminal record, driving record, and employment or education
  verification.
• MOCAN’s mission is focused on greater opportunity in postsecondary education.
  Individuals who share our values are encouraged to apply. The Missouri College and Career
  Attainment Network is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply, please send one PDF document that includes a cover letter, resume, and three
references to [email protected] by Tuesday, May 27 at noon. Please include the
following in the subject line of the email: KCCAN College & Career Advisor