Harford Community College · 5 days ago
Student Development Specialist – Advising, Career, and Transfer Services
Harford Community College is seeking a Student Development Specialist for Advising, Career, and Transfer Services to support student success through comprehensive academic advising, career discernment, and transfer planning. This role provides personalized support to credit students across all majors using a case management model that promotes persistence, progression, and goal attainment.
Responsibilities
Providing academic advising, career exploration, and transfer planning
Assisting students with major selection, placement test interpretation, and degree planning
Utilizing advising and case management systems to monitor student progress
Maintaining accurate student records and documentation
Serving as liaison to an assigned academic division
Presenting at advising- and career-related events
Participating in college committees and campus-wide initiatives
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of academic advising principles, student development theory, and holistic advising practices
Knowledge of FERPA and student privacy regulations
Ability to use student information systems and advising/case management technologies
Strong advising and counseling skills, including active listening and goal setting
Effective oral and written communication skills with diverse populations
Ability to clearly explain academic policies and requirements
Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage a high-volume caseload
Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment
Company
Harford Community College
Harford Community College is a school in Bel Air.
Funding
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