Responsible for advising students in both an individual and group format regarding their educational needs, transfer and career goals; advising students on test interpretation; teaching students techniques for accessing information; and consulting with faculty and staff on student and academic issues.
- Advise students in the areas of academic options and requirements within the context of an academic setting.
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Facilitate group workshops and developmental programming which will enable students to choose appropriate educational, transfer and career goals.
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Assist students in accessing appropriate educational planning information and resources.
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Review competitive application processes with students for RCBC programs and transfer programs and advise based on student interest and aptitude.
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Conduct pre-enrollment group meetings for newly admitted students to facilitate choices of appropriate course and program selection.
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Consult with instructional and administrative staff on issues and concerns that impact student life and the learning environment.
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Participate in and contribute to in-service training activities, which may improve advising activities.
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Refer students to professional agencies or authorities when circumstances require such action (e.g., medical, psychological, disability, etc.).
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Refer students to appropriate offices and services within the College to address their needs.
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Perform other related duties as assigned.
OVERALL PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY:
The primary and most important overall responsibility of all employees is to provide service in a pleasant, helpful, and effective manner to our students and other members of the College community.
Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree in an academic discipline, counseling, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
Experience Required:
Work experience in higher education, preferably within a community college setting.
Skills/Abilities /Knowledge /Other Requirements:
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Ability to mediate differences between student expectations and student experiences.
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Understanding and knowledge of student and institutional resources.
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Demonstrated intrusive counseling skills in actively monitoring student progress.
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Ability to be an advocate for constructive change.
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Ability to use and interpret academic development tests.
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Knowledge of academic advising principles within an open-admissions environment.
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Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
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Computer skills in basic word processing, e-mail, web, and systems-related functions.
INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS:
Collaborates with department members and/or the Compliance, Assessment and Research team to support planning, assessment, data collection and reporting for continuous improvement of the college.
Employee Classification: Part Time
