Academic Advisor

Columbia Gorge Community College • The Dalles, OR

10d

About The Position

A collaborative, equity-minded leader to serve as Academic Advisor. The Academic Advisor is responsible for creating, assessing, and continuously improving the policies, processes, and practices necessary to facilitate equitable student learning and success; deliver excellent service; and, accomplish the work of the Student Services division. The Student Services division includes academic advising and retention services. This role reports directly to the VP of Student Services and serves on the advising team and Student Services division groups. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and be driven by a genuine desire to advance the College’s Mission and Priorities. Accordingly, the Academic Advisor will provide excellent service with a focus on closing equity gaps in educational access and attainment, and will work to promote inclusive prosperity throughout the Columbia Gorge region.

Requirements

• At least one (1) year of experience guiding and supporting college students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Proven background in student retention models, proactive outreach, and structured academic/career counseling.
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, conflict resolution, and public presentation skills.
• Strong task prioritization and proficiency with database management systems (e.g., Anthology, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace).
• A deep understanding of and responsiveness to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural identities of community college students.
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual/Bicultural in English/Spanish
• Direct Higher education experience
• Experience Supporting Rural, First-Generation, or Non-Traditional Learners

Responsibilities

• Provide Academic & Career Advising: Map out educational plans, track academic progress from onboarding to completion, and guide career pathway exploration.
• Support & Empower Students: Help students build skills in time management and financial planning, while connecting them to financial aid and campus wellness resources.
• Collaborate & Recruit: Partner with faculty, high schools, and community agencies to facilitate smooth student transitions and assist with recruitment.
• Advance Equity & Inclusion: Use culturally responsive practices to dismantle systemic barriers and support historically marginalized student populations.
• Manage Student Data: Maintain accurate case files and track student progress to inform data-driven retention strategies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level