Student Success Advisor( Substitute Pool)- Cat Funded

Barstow Community College•Barstow, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Barstow Community College is seeking to fill a continuous recruitment for an applicant pool to fill part-time, substitute, temporary, or hourly assignments on an as needed basis for the Student Success Advisor role. This role is crucial for supporting student success and equity programs. The college is committed to providing an equitable, accessible, and affordable education to its diverse student body, including local, military, distance education, and historically marginalized student populations. Through a variety of high-quality and comprehensive degree, certificate, and job skills training programs, the college provides holistic student support with clear and diverse educational pathways. This position will work under the direction of an assigned supervisor to coordinate and provide services that aim to improve student retention, completion, graduation, and transfer rates, while also performing general administrative duties.

Requirements

Associate degree in psychology, sociology or related field
Two years of related experience in student advisement
Resume
Associates Degree / Transcripts or equivalent required
List of at least 3 references to include at least 2 supervisors (contact information only)
Work authorization established at the time of application submission

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of state funded programs and resources encompassing at-risk groups, including socially and economically disadvantaged students.
Working knowledge of higher education certificate and degree requirements that accommodate disadvantaged students.
Knowledge of social and cultural programs that can enhance student retention and success.
Knowledge of funding sources, requirements, and services available to students from other agencies.
Knowledge of student support services.
Knowledge of Community College and Transfer program requirements.
Sufficient language and writing skills to prepare reports and correspondence.
Working knowledge of common office productivity software such as student databases, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation graphics.
Math skills sufficient to maintain financial and statistical records.
Proficiency in computer software applications including Microsoft Office.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures required to perform the duties of this position.
Ability to carry out all aspects of the position.
Ability to maintain confidentiality when appropriate or required.
Ability to implement programs and services.
Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to diverse populations.
Ability to follow program guidelines and determine student eligibility.
Ability to perform work at all College locations.
Ability to use a personal computer.
Ability to sufficiently hear and carry out auditory conversations in one-on-one and group settings, including presentations.
Ability to read printed materials.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

Provide student success support services to students and potential students, including assistance with orientation, assessment, registration, academic advising, catalog and schedule interpretation, transfer information, financial aid applications, and connections to student activities and outreach services.
Assist with the implementation of Student Success and Equity Plans and programs by providing paraprofessional career and academic advising and placement services to new and continuing students, including the development of educational plans.
Work with admissions, counselors, and financial aid staff to provide students with the resources and knowledge needed to make matriculation decisions.
Schedule students for appointments with counselors, assessment and orientation sessions, and other support services.
Answer inquiries, make appointments, and provide information to students, faculty, staff, and administration.
Maintain a positive image of the department through outreach, career fairs, and college visitations.
Perform clerical and administrative duties, including technical formatting, building and submitting reports.
Provide clerical support for meetings as assigned.
Record, monitor, and report program budget expenditures, and assist with budget preparation and ongoing monitoring.
Perform secretarial duties for counseling staff, the transfer center, and Student Success and Equity programs.
Coordinate and provide services to students for procuring books, meals, transportation, and other related support services.
Assist students in completing enrollment and eligibility forms.
Maintain student files and other documents related to student success and equity activities.
Prepare, maintain, and submit work requests, time cards, mileage reimbursement, meals, requisitions, media requests, and other expense claim forms.
Assist faculty and staff with various program/department activities in support of student success and equity.
Assist in organizing and participating in student cultural and social activities conducive to student success and equity.
Assist Student Services in providing guidance, support, and assistance to students concerning class schedules, career goals, instructors, and academic progress.
Assist students in developing life skills and communication techniques to enhance their chances of success.
Input student success data and provide follow-up with students as needed.
Verify, compile, interpret, and record a wide variety of data and information.
Coordinate with administration, faculty, and staff of student services and Academic Affairs to exchange information and coordinate services and activities related to student success and equity.
Refer students to outside community resources as appropriate.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned.