Temporary Registration Advisor

Hagerstown Community College • Hagerstown, MD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Temporary Registration Advisor works directly with students, advising them in their course section, developing educational plans, and assisting them with potential career and transfer opportunities in the community college setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Experience working with students in higher education
• Background in the Maryland and out-of-state transfer articulation system
• Knowledge and experience with a student database system
• Interpersonal skills to guide students in their academic decision-making
• Excellent organizational and planning skills in dealing with the career and transfer student population
• Advising and communication skills to deal effectively with students, faculty, and staff
• Database system skills

Responsibilities

• Provides academic advisement for both new and returning students.
• Interprets standardized test and placement test results.
• Interprets courses, grades, and codes listed on high school and college transcripts.
• Explains information in the college catalog regarding degree, certificate, and letter of recognition program requirements.
• Explains college policies and procedures to students based on individual needs.
• Assists students in scheduling courses.
• Assists students in understanding the transfer process by providing accurate information about application deadlines and procedures, course transferability, and contact information.
• Assists students in career planning and development.
• Assists students in the use of online academic advising resources.
• Refers students to appropriate offices and faculty advisors on campus.
• Explains financial aid rules and regulations.
• Assists students with registration questions and with navigating Self-Service’s registration functions, as needed, in the scheduling lab.
• Helps students to understand their aptitudes, capabilities, and limitations in making personal decisions, educational plans, and career choices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level