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Hutchinson Community College · 4 hours ago

Advisor - Department II - Agriculture, Business, Computers, and Technical Programs (ADM3249)

Hutchinson, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Hutchinson Community College is seeking an Advisor for Department II, focusing on Agriculture, Business, Computers, and Technical Programs. The role involves providing enrollment and advising services, maintaining accurate records, and facilitating student transitions to college systems and career pathways.

Higher Education

Work & Life Balance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide enrollment and advising services for Department II, Agriculture, Business, Computer, and technical program areas

Prepare and assist with course and enrollment schedules according to certificate and degree plans

Maintain accurate records and effectively communicate Responsibilities And Requirements To Students

Facilitate seamless transitions to college systems and/or career pathways

Complete academic advisor training, maintain advising certification, and participate in professional development activities

Develop intervention programs and implement retention procedures to address issues such as irregular attendance, lack of resources, and other student concerns

Maintain up-to-date resource materials related to advising and career counseling

Verify student placements and enrollments, ensuring all prerequisites are met

Assist with Graduation Applications, Financial and Academic Appeal Forms, and related applications

Maintain an up-to-date calendar and use contact management systems (CRM and SIS) to communicate and document interactions (calls, texts, emails, and advising appointments)

Respond to advising-related communications within 12 business days; when out of the office, use appropriate out-of-office notifications (e.g., email, voicemail, and calendar)

Attend Department II advisory board meetings

Inform students about alternatives, limitations, and consequences of academic decisions (e.g., adding, dropping, or withdrawing from courses, changing programs, majors, or transfer institutions)

Implement continuous improvement to enhance student persistence, enrollment, retention, and completion

Develop and maintain operating procedures that minimize errors

Communicate with Admissions, Records, Financial Aid, the Business Office, and Workforce Development Centers regarding merged program student issues for HutchCC, as needed

Assist with scholarship award recommendations for current and prospective students

Arrive at work on time, maintain regular attendance, and successfully complete all assigned responsibilities

Comply with HutchCC policies, procedures, and practices

Serve as a resource for technical assistance on career development plans and student educational transfer opportunities

Collaborate with the early college academic advisor and the CTE & post traditional admissions recruiter to complete an individual plan of study with currently enrolled Department 2 high school students

Represent HutchCC merged programs (Auto Collision Repair, Automotive Mechanics, Construction Technology, Machine Technology and Welding) at career fairs and other applicable events in collaboration with the early college academic advisor and the CTE & post traditional admissions recruiter

Communicate with merged program instructors regarding student progress and HutchCC policies

Assist Department II with issues and activities regarding merged program issues, needs and potential expansion

Assist with program alignment for merged programs

Travel to Department II locations such as Hillsboro, South Campus, Kansas Department of Corrections, Media Production, Cosmetology/Barbering, and merged program locations for support as needed

Coordinate and attend recruitment activities such as job fairs, career fairs, campus tours, campus visits, and physical events in collaboration with the office of Admissions and Department II

Assist with reporting such as KBOR and Perkins

Serve as a backup to other departmental advisors during absences

Serve on Institutional committees

Qualification

Advising certificationCRMSIS proficiencyCareer counselingStudent retention strategiesCommunication skills

Required