Student Success and College Outreach Manager

About Sunnyside 5

Sunnyside 5 (S5) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting young adults experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity while they pursue higher education or trade careers. Our program provides transitional housing, mentorship, mental health resources, and wraparound support for young adults ages 18–30 who are enrolled in college or vocational programs.

Located in the heart of South Los Angeles, Sunnyside 5 works to break cycles of homelessness and poverty by combining stable housing with educational advancement and career pathways.

Residents receive individualized support as they work toward completing their education and transitioning to independent living.

Learn more:

https://www.sunnysidefive.org

Position Overview

Sunnyside 5 is seeking a Student Success & College Outreach Manager with experience in

college admissions, student recruitment, enrollment services, or higher-education student support programs.

This role will focus on helping residents navigate higher education systems, persist in their academic programs, and connect to campus resources while also building partnerships with colleges, universities, and trade schools to support recruitment and student success.

The ideal candidate has experience working in college admissions, enrollment management, academic advising, or student affairs, and is passionate about expanding access to education for students facing housing instability.

Key Responsibilities

Student Success & Advising

• Provide individualized guidance to residents pursuing college or vocational education
• Develop academic and career success plans for program participants
• Support students in navigating college processes such as enrollment, financial aid, advising, and academic resources
• Conduct regular check-ins to monitor student progress and address barriers to academic success
• Connect students to tutoring, counseling, career services, and other campus support systems
• Maintain accurate case notes and track student progress toward educational and personal goals

College Outreach & Recruitment

• Build and maintain partnerships with colleges, universities, community colleges, and trade programs
• Collaborate with admissions offices, EOP programs, TRIO programs, and student services departments
• Identify and recruit prospective participants who would benefit from the Sunnyside 5 program
• Represent Sunnyside 5 at college events, community outreach events, and education-focused programs
• Develop outreach strategies to connect with students experiencing housing insecurity

Program Support

• Assist with planning workshops focused on college success, career readiness, and life skills
• Track program outcomes and assist with data reporting
• Support program growth and expansion efforts
• Work closely with the Operations Director and program team to improve student outcomes
• Additional duties as needed

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Education, Social Work, Counseling, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in college admissions, student recruitment, enrollment services, academic advising, or student success programs
• Strong understanding of college admissions processes, financial aid systems, and campus student support services
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organizational and case management abilities

Preferred

• Experience supporting first-generation college students or underserved student populations
• Experience working with community colleges, universities, or workforce training
• programs
• Knowledge of college access programs such as TRIO, EOP, or student retention initiatives

Why Join Sunnyside 5

• Make a direct impact on students experiencing homelessness
• Help expand educational access and housing stability for young adults
• Build partnerships with higher education institutions across Los Angeles
• Work with a mission-driven team committed to community transformation

Location

South Los Angeles, CA

Apply

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to:

dominique@sunnysidefive.org

Subject Line: Student Success & College Outreach Manager Application

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour

Work Location: In person