Academic Advisor and Career Specialist
Full Time
Dixon, IL 61021
Posted
Job description
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Academic Advisor and Career Specialist
Position Classification
Professional/Technical Staff
Job Posting
Sauk Valley Community College seeks innovative individual for a full-time professional-technical opening as an Academic Advisor and Career Specialist.
FUNCTION OF THE JOB
Reports to the Dean of Student Services and is responsible for implementing the mission and goals of the student services division and academic advising program specializing in career advising/resources.
FUNCTION OF THE JOB
Reports to the Dean of Student Services and is responsible for implementing the mission and goals of the student services division and academic advising program specializing in career advising/resources.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide academic advising to new and prospective students with or without an academic major; explain policies, procedures, and program requirements and assist students in selecting educational and career goals. Documents student contacts.
- Consult with students regarding academic problems or concerns and assist students in obtaining support, both on and off campus, to meet these specific needs.
- Review, interpret, and evaluate applicant test scores and other information for course and program eligibility.
- Serve as the point person for SVCC career program updates and information.
- Provide current information to students on university/college articulation issues.
- Function as a collector, disseminator and interpreter of educational and career materials.
- Coordinate and deliver career exploration services designed to assist students with making well-informed career related choices.
- Use professional experiences and resources, career exploration inventories and related software to assist students with career choices.
- Provide career advising services utilizing a variety of career exploration tools, related instruments, and professional resources as a means of promoting student success and retention.
- Develop and present career exploration programming for undecided students and targeted academic populations.
- Participate in student-related research and evaluations of effectiveness of academic advising services and career software.
- Serve on institutional committees related to the welfare of students, as requested by the supervisor.
- Assist the admissions staff in outreach activities and high school programs.
- Serve as a trained Title IX confidential resource for the College.
- Utilize retention based resources and best practices to assist with assigned student persistence and retention.
- Assume all other reasonable professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in education or related field with three years experience in an educational setting or equivalent education and experience; computer skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills required. Master’s degree in counseling, education, or related field; community college experience and knowledge of Banner software strongly preferred. Experience in career services beyond coursework internship or practicum experience preferred.
Hiring Range
$46,987.20 - $48,464.00
Position Type
Permanent
Time Status
Full Time
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date
12/05/2022
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.svcc.edu/postings/1612
Diversity/EEOC Statement
SVCC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is interested in receiving applications from individuals who would enhance the diversity of the College. Sauk Valley Community College is an institution of higher education that provides quality learning opportunities to meet the diverse needs of its students and communities.
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Statement
- Online Portfolio - URL
- Other
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