Advising Specialist HV-NTPI-8087

Hudson Valley Community College•City of Troy, NY

6d•$44,000 - $47,000•Onsite

About The Position

Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) is seeking an experienced, dynamic, capable, creative, and caring individual to join their team as an Advising Specialist on the Non-Teaching Professional staff. This role is crucial for supporting students within the Department of Education and Social Sciences, providing guidance on academic programs, career objectives, transfer opportunities, and course selection. The specialist will also assist students with various academic processes and refer them to appropriate support resources, ensuring they have the knowledge of college services, policies, and procedures necessary for academic success. The position involves collaboration with other advisors to develop advisement tools and maintain accurate records of student interactions. The college is committed to providing educational access to a diverse community in an environment that fosters lifelong learning, equity, inclusion, and dignity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts discipline, education, counseling or related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience in counseling or advisement at the post-secondary level.
Previous experience with academic advising.
Experience in programs/activities to support academic success or teaching at the post-secondary level.
Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with college students, and faculty.
Must currently hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States.
Appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in counseling, education, or related field from an accredited college or university.
College advising experience in liberal arts and/or education disciplines.
Experience using college academic software systems such as Banner and Degreeworks.

Responsibilities

Provides academic advisement to students in all programs within the Department.
Advises students on career objectives, transfer opportunities and program choice.
Assists students in the selection and scheduling of courses.
Evaluates transfer credit in coordination with appropriate Department Chairperson.
Advises students of the impact of scheduling decisions on financial aid and academic standing.
Provides assistance to students seeking course withdrawal, termination, cross-registration and curriculum change.
Refers students to available student development and academic support resources when appropriate.
Participates in academic activities within the department of Education & Social Sciences when appropriate.
Maintains working knowledge of College services, policies and procedures affecting the academic success of the student.
Works collaboratively with other advisors to develop in-person and web-based tools to assist students with the advisement and registration process.
Maintains appropriate records of student advisement sessions.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
May be assigned to any other campus area in need of advisement.