Part-Time Academic Counselor, Student and Academic Success

North Shore Community College•Lynn, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

North Shore Community College is hiring a part-time Academic Counselor for its Student and Academic Success services. The counselor provides equitable advising to new, returning, and transfer students, helping them integrate academic, personal, career, and educational goals. The role requires in-depth knowledge of the College’s academic programs and policies and includes individual and group advising, virtual and in-person registration events, and assigned hours in the Student Support and Advising Centers, other locations, and virtual environments. The position is split between the Danvers and Lynn campuses and is scheduled for up to 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Compensation is $36.55 per hour; the position is non-benefited and part of the MCCC unit. The College is not providing visa sponsorships.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or a closely related field, with three years of experience and/or training involving college admissions, academic advisement, career development, or program/project management; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining clear communication and collaboration with team members.
Ability to use various electronic platforms to communicate with, assist, and evaluate students.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, rapidly growing, intense, and multifunctional office environment.
Strong presentation and instructional skills.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Successful experience interacting with culturally diverse populations.
Must pass a CORI/SORI and/or National Background Check as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Guide students in selecting programs of study and academic pathways aligned with their academic and career goals.
Review and interpret placement results to support appropriate course selection.
Advise students on strategies to meet communication and math proficiency requirements, as needed.
Develop individualized academic plans in Navigate aligned with students’ goals and expected completion timelines.
Assess students’ time-management needs and recommend course formats that support student success.
Participate in new student registration events.
Connect students with relevant college resources and support services.
Monitor and respond to advising inbox emails and voicemails in a timely manner.
Document advising interactions and maintain accurate records in Navigate.
Provide one-on-one and group advising, as well as virtual and in-person advising at registration events.