Talent Search Senior Academic Advisor

Hinds Community College•Utica, MS

About The Position

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Case load management ability
Skills in human relations
Previous experience in working with inner city or rural public schools
Specific knowledge in career counseling, educational opportunities, and financial aid
5 years of experience working with high-risk or disadvantage students
Excellent oral and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites
Positive customer service skills.
Proficiency in MS Office
Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with others effectively.
Understanding of and ability to work with low-income, first-generation, and at-risk students.
Ability to work as a team player in a diverse working environment.
Must be able to follow oral and written directions and have the ability to establish effective working relationships with middle and high schools and college faculty and students.
Strong organizational and conflict management skills.
Empathetic and positive relationship builder.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to perform the function of the position.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred in Education, Administration or Curriculum, Student Personnel, Social Work and related fields

Responsibilities

Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.
Conduct orientation workshops for student, parents, community and other related entities
Screen applicants for participant eligibility
Assess participants’ needs for tutorial services
Refer ineligible students to appropriate or alternative services
Maintain participants’ files
Assist participants in completing admissions and financial aid applications
Meet with school principals on a regular basis
Coordinate TS staff visits to school sites
Coordinate campus and college visits
Coordinate and conduct FAFSA Workshops for parents and participants
Conduct participant follow-up surveys
Participate in staff development and in-service meetings
Provide Monthly Report on activities and numbers of students served
Work with target school counselors in coordinating project activities
Be familiar with and adhere to college policies and procedures
Perform all other duties as required to achieve programs goals and objectives