Halifax Community College ยท 3 months ago
Student Development Advisor (Full-Time)
Halifax Community College is seeking a Student Development Advisor responsible for implementing the Student Support Services (SSS) work plan. The role involves advising a diverse population of students, coordinating retention activities, and maintaining student records and data.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Assists in the overall coordination of the Student Support Services work plan
Serves as a liaison between SSS, faculty, and staff
Identifies and advises a diverse population of students
Maintains a caseload of 125 or more SSS participants
Plans and coordinates retention activities to include advising, student success workshops, college transfer programming and program marketing to the campus community
Advise and assist students in registering for classes
Interprets test scores for placement in courses
Assists students in completing financial aid and four-year college admissions applications
Maintains records, student data, and other documents related to the advising caseload
Completes weekly, monthly, and annual reports
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of TRiO and institutional policies
Proficiency in the use of information technology, including web browsers, word processors, email, spreadsheets, and databases
Must be able to work evenings and weekends as necessary
Perform other duties outlined by the Director of SSS within the parameters of the U. S. Department of Education guidelines
Must maintain current knowledge of trends and new developments in federal TRiO programs
Must complete TRiO training workshops annually
Must receive required hours of professional development as indicated in the HCC Personnel Manual
Serve on various College committees as assigned
Qualification
Required
Masters in Counseling, Psychology, Education or related field