Summary

Description

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) is seeking a passionate, driven individual with the desire to learn, grow, and excel in a culture that values every member of the team. DSF was named one of the Denver’s Top Workplaces in 2025 (6 year recipient of Top Workplaces), a testament to our team and to our intentionality in co-creating a positive, inclusive work environment. When you join the DSF team, you will enjoy a supportive, and innovative environment where your work has a profound impact on the lives of students and their families.

As a nonprofit organization, DSF’s mission is to inspire and empower DPS students to enroll in and graduate from postsecondary institutions of higher education, by providing the tools, knowledge, and financial resources essential for success. By embodying the core values of equity, innovation, leadership, learning, relationships, and integrity in everything we do, DSF strives to be a leader within the community. As we constantly seek to improve our services, we build strong relationships with college staff members, partners, students, team members and the broader community. We are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, believing in the value and ability of all students and team members.

We seek candidates who will model, live, and reinforce DSF’s mission and core values with colleagues, students, families, and the broader community. If you are passionate about the philosophy and mission of DSF, then we invite you to join us and help make college possible for Denver’s students.

Job Summary

As a Success Program Advisor, you’ll be at the heart of two primary functions of our Success team. In this role, fifty-percent of time and effort will be responsible for coordinating and implementing DSF’s postsecondary student services program by serving as a resource and guide for college students through college completion. Providing wrap-around services, including intrusive advising, academic/career guidance, and financial aid assistance, directly to students within the college environment. The other half will be serving a research-based focus on crafting and implementing research-based programming and communications for DSF Alumni who have recently graduated from college. Your creative input will be key in supporting DSF Alumni in their transition from as needed as-needed college to a thriving career.

Campus Advisor Responsibilities

Deliver excellent support services to a caseload of about 75-100 program participants (including currently enrolled college students and recently stopped-out students) through individual advising, group facilitation, workshops, and presentations, focused on core services to support persistence and postsecondary completion: Monitor class selection and credit completion/efficiency, support Satisfactory Academic Progress, FAFSA and financial aid/scholarship advising, and transfer advising (if applicable)
Incorporate career prep/connections, community building, and personal/leadership development.
Serve as a coach, resource, and advocate for students, holistically examining students’ unique situation and areas critical to success, including academics, finances, residence/transportation, support systems, connection, and well-being
Collaborate with college partner student services staff and faculty, developing partnerships with existing campus programs and supports that provide students with resources, academic support, and other opportunities to bolster success
Support students in maintaining eligibility for DSF scholarship (if applicable), financial aid, and other funding/scholarships
Utilize student data systems to query student records to inform appropriate services, interventions, and referrals, maintaining accurate and up-to-date advising records, student and program data related to student success services, progress, and outcomes.
Remain current on best practices in college success advising for diverse, first-generation, and limited income students pursuing a technical certificate, 2-year degree, and/or a 4-year degree
Actively participate in DSF Staff, Program, and Advisor events, committees, meetings and professional development opportunities and assist in the planning and facilitation of meetings when appropriate
Collaborate with the DSF Access, Scholarship, and Volunteer programs to help students through college completion
Strong collaboration with the development team to plan and host career exposure events for students and stewardship opportunities for donors
Use and manage DSF interns and volunteers as available to build program capacity
Other duties as assigned

Alumni Support (12 hours per week on-site-main office 8 hours per week off-site)

Provide direct student support to approximately 300 recent Auraria (Community College of Denver [CCD], Metropolitan State University [MSU] Denver, University of Colorado [CU] Denver) Alumni, and support the development and implementation of engaging communications and outreach for all DSF Alumni including a monthly newsletter
Partner with Success Program Manager with the development and implementation of DSF Alumni programming, including but not limited to: DSF Scholar & Alumni Virtual Series, DSF Scholar Summit, DSF Mentorship Program, and DSF Alumni Advisory Committee
Meet and collaborate with DSF Alumni support team to establish and inform alumni advising procedures and data tracking guidelines, while also providing direct support to DSF Alumni who are seeking general guidance on next steps
Assist College Success team with special projects, including but not limited to: researching best practices in supporting higher education students for retention and completion, gathering examples of similar programs locally/nationally, and examination of current DSF programming for alignment
Compile and update current College Success resources including the Campus Advisor Handbook and weekly Success updates

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities

Experience advising/coaching diverse populations (including diversity in race/ethnicity, cultural background, language, immigration status, and socio-economic status, etc.), and a demonstrated passion for serving students and supporting their success
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and develop strong partnerships with internal and external support services, including effectively resolving conflict.
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills
Proactive problem-solver who demonstrates initiative and ability to work individually and on a team
Ability to operate in a professional manner, including proper attire, ethical behavior, and maintaining strict confidentiality with student/family information
Effectively use a variety of technology tools including database, various software programs, internet tools, and communication tools
A sense of humor, tolerance for change, and a demonstrated ability to create a positive culture and sense of empowerment for students/families

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

$60,000 to $64,500
401(k) plan with $ for $ match of up to 5%
Group health, dental, and vision insurance (low cost premium plans offered), DSF pays for 90% of employee only and 65% of dependent plans.
Life Insurance that provides 2 Times Your Annual Salary
Free Annual Eco RTD Bus Pass
Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Leave Supplement Pay (Based on Years of Service)
Paid holidays (includes Winter Break and Summer 1/2 Fridays in June and July) and 2 Floating holidays each year
Trusted Time Off (unlimited vacation policy following 90 days)
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave (Based on Years of Service)
ID Theft Protection and Will Preparation Assistance
Reduced cost for Legal Counseling
Free Financial Counseling
Four Professional Wellness Sessions and $300 annual wellness reimbursement
Free Employee Assistance and Confidential Counseling Services

This position operates on a hybrid work model, with 1 day per week working remotely and 4 days in the office.

Job posting will remain open until 01/05/26 and may be extended if additional time is needed to gather qualified applicants.

Denver Scholarship Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Learn about DSF's commitment to Equity & Inclusion

Salary Description

$60,000 to $64,500