Advisor, Program

Hillsborough County Public Schools•Tampa, FL

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Program Advisor is responsible for career information collection and dissemination, occupational assessment and guidance, and career pathways program support services. All district employees must: Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work. Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan. Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism. Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Requirements

Three years of increasingly responsible experience in counseling, social work, or classroom teaching.
Florida Professional Educator Certificate.
Reads, analyzes, and interprets all kinds of documents.
Responds to inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community.
Writes speeches and effectively presents to managers, the public, and school board.
Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry.
Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.
Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
Up to 10 pounds.
Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
This position requires traveling to various school sites, work locations and/or community organizations throughout the district.

Nice To Haves

Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally.
Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form.
Exhibits good listening and comprehension.
Keeps others adequately informed.
Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Competent in required job skills and knowledge.
Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills.
Keeps abreast of current developments.
Requires minimal supervision.
Displays understanding of how job relates to others.
Uses resources effectively.
Displays willingness to make decisions.
Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
Supports and explains reasoning for decisions.
Includes appropriate people in decision making process.
Makes timely decisions.
Develops project plans, coordinates projects.
Communicates changes and progress.
Completes projects on time and, on budget.
Manages project team activities.
Prioritizes and plans work activities.
Uses time efficiently.
Plans for additional resources.
Integrates changes smoothly.
Sets goals and objectives.
Works in an organized manner.

Responsibilities

Provides career pathways information to current and potential students.
Fosters partnerships with community groups, government agencies, and businesses.
Communicates school district career pathways and opportunities internally and externally.
Identifies and coordinates school and community resources necessary for student recruitment, retention, and follow-up.
Recruits students for postsecondary career and technical education programs and higher education.
Participates in job fairs and expositions, school visitations, workforce events, and other job-related activities.
Provides information regarding occupations, skill sets, job availability, average salary, industry certifications, and other job-specifications.
Provides occupational assessment and career guidance to increase student success.
Provides support services to increase student retention and educational program completion.
Acts as liaison to other schools and district offices, as well as government agencies, to secure needed services for students. These may include student requests for financial aid/scholarships/sponsorships, job search/placement assistance, psychological services, and family support services, among others.
Verifies program admissions, prerequisites, and requirements, such as, payment of tuition and fees, fingerprinting, health screenings, or other requirements specific to the program.
Provides student follow-up services.
Performs any other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.