academic counselor Dayton, OH
Sinclair Community College
Full Time
Dayton, OH
58053 - 12.04 USD HOURLY Today
Job description
This position supports the mission of the College by providing academic goal setting and advising services for students. Effective advising results in students completing milestones toward their individual academic, career, and personal goals which are consistent with the mission and goals of the College. Academic advisors and coaches may also be assigned administrative responsibilities under the leadership of a Senior Academic Advisor, Advising Manager, or Director that support the activities of the department. Part time advisors typically work 24-28 hours per week supporting an assigned caseload of students.
This position will pay $27.91 per hour and has maximum of 28 hours per week.
This position will pay $27.91 per hour and has maximum of 28 hours per week.
Principal Accountabilities
- Provides holistic academic advising to assist the students toward the completion of their education/career and personal goals
- Accurately interpret, apply, and clearly communicate the college’s academic requirements, processes and policies as well as stay-up-to-date on curricular and policy changes.
- Use the systems and processes provided by the institution to clearly and fully document interactions with students.
- Complete case management activities to support student success in regard to retention and academic progression toward graduation
- Serve as an effective team member within the department, sub-groups, or any collaborative teams assigned
- Demonstrate performance that is innovative, well-organized, supportive of institutional goals and that fosters individual excellence and morale.
- Actively participate in professional development and learning opportunities to enhance the student experience that includes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion topics
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, or related field. Experience in higher education or student services preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years’ work experience in a discipline area related to the advising community assigned, or in Education, Counseling, or Social Work required.
- Effective listening and problem-solving skills, ability to assess needs and identify resources required.
- Competence with technology and ability to effectively utilize multiple systems to support students required.
- Work experience in higher education preferred
- Demonstrated strong customer service skills through a positive attitude of approachability, adaptability, strong problem solving, and desire to identify and support student success and completion required
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA guidelines required
- Must provide accurate and timely information to students to support their success required
