Advisor

Careersource Pasco Hernando • New Port Richey, FL

430d • $47,987 - $50,386

About The Position

The Advisor at Pasco-Hernando State College plays a crucial role in guiding students from their initial inquiry through to program completion. This position involves facilitating new student orientations, assisting with career exploration and class selections, and providing case management for targeted student populations. The Advisor also participates in community outreach events and activities to promote the college's programs and services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Human Services, Education, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Knowledge of theories and best practices in academic advising and retention.
• Thorough understanding of all PHSC certificate, associate, and bachelor's degree programs.
• Knowledge of college and community resources including student accessibility services and veterans' programs.
• Knowledge of transfer issues and articulation agreements, PHSC policies and procedures, and FERPA regulations.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to serve diverse populations.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership practices and ability to think strategically to support change and innovation.
• Experience with advising students on academic, finance, or career issues.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Human Services, Education, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• 2 years of experience in academic advising, student services, or higher education.
• Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assists students in planning a program of study and interprets college-placement test scores.
• Advises students in appropriate course selection and instructs them in the online registration process.
• Identifies and resolves barriers to student success utilizing coaching principles.
• Incorporates research-based retention and persistence strategies for case management of students at risk of non-completion.
• Assists students with initial career advisement and guides them to appropriate career resources.
• Recruits and conducts outreach activities to high school students and other college-bound individuals or groups.
• Facilitates student orientations and campus tours.
• Provides guidance to students about transfer requirements and participates in organizing the annual Transfer Fair.
• Assists the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs & Enrollment Management with academic advising functions and community outreach initiatives.
• Utilizes software and computer systems to track and analyze student progression and retention.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree