**Position located in Jackson and/or Dekalb County, Alabama

The College of Education at Auburn University is excited to begin recruiting candidates for the School Liaison position!

The School Liaisonprovides professional level academic advising/counseling/coaching to K-12 students in individual and group formats; as well as college/career activities, programs, and events at identified schools.

GEAR UP Achieve is an interdisciplinary initiative designed to provide greater access and opportunities to more than 6,500 Alabama middle school students.

About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.

Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit www.auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

This is a limited term appointment. Continuation of employment after 09/30/2030 is contingent upon availability of funds.

Education and Experience:
Level I - Bachelor's Degree in Education, Counseling, or related field plus 2 years of experience in advising or counseling.

Level II - Bachelor's Degree in Education, Counseling, or related field plus 4 years of experience in advising or counseling. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Level III - Bachelor's Degree in Education, Counseling, or related field plus 6 years of experience in advising or counseling. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Level I - Under general supervision, performs varied duties and assignments involving some judgment. Resolves routine questions or problems, referring only complex issues to higher level. Some evaluation, originality and ingenuity
required. Knows and applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization.

Level II - Under minimal supervision, performs complex assignments and fulfills broad responsibilities where required outcomes are defined, but methods and procedures may vary based on professional judgment or precedent. Considerable latitude for unreviewed action. Confers with supervisor on unusual matters. Coordinates the work of others on projects and may assign work to and assist less experienced professionals or support staff. May act in an advisory capacity to managers or faculty. Knows and applies advanced concepts, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization, with awareness of related fields.

Level III - Under general guidance, plans, conducts and leads complex assignments and areas of functional responsibility. Acting with substantial latitude for unreviewed action, applies broad subject matter expertise to solution of significant issues or development of new programs, services, processes, or other initiatives to meet the University's goals in a specific area. Recommends changes in procedures or policies, and leads change initiatives to completion, often persuading or coordinating work of others outside own department. Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, andprocedures of a particular field ofspecialization to the completion of difficultassignments. Also possesses knowledgeof related fields and areas of operationwhich affect, or are affected by, own area.

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.



AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.