Academic Advisor jobs in Massachusetts

Academic Advisor advises university/college students in course and major selection, requirements for selected area of concentration, and post-college plans. Assists students in setting academic goals, course planning and career development. Being an Academic Advisor may work with individual students or groups. Requires a bachelor's degree in counseling or related field or its equivalent. Additionally, Academic Advisor typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Academic Advisor gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be an Academic Advisor typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Academic Advisor
  • HigherEdJobs
  • Holyoke, MA FULL_TIME
  • Academic Advisor

    Holyoke Community College
    in Holyoke, MA

    Type: Full-Time
    Salary: $64,292.00 - $70,133.00 Annually
    Posted: 03/20/2024
    Category: Academic Advising

    Salary: $64,292.00 - $70,133.00 Annually

    Job Number: MCCC-24-192

    Opening Date: 03/19/2024

    Closing Date: 4/2/2024 12:00 AM Eastern


    Holyoke Community College is housed on a multi-million-dollar, 135-acre campus, equipped with state-of-the art technology in specialized learning facilities. HCC serves over 9,000 students annually, and provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities, from sports programs to music festivals, for students and community members alike. The college's strongest assets continue to be an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students and a commitment to strive for even greater success. These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.




    Reporting to the Director of Advising Services, the Academic Advisor will provide comprehensive advising and support to an assigned group of students including all majors and student athletes, will utilize the college's student information platforms to support student retention and success initiatives, and will serve as a generalist advisor to all students during peak enrollment periods. The Academic Advisor will promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students, employees, and local community, in which every individual feels respected and valued. The following competencies are required to be effective in this position: critical thinking, relationship building, assessment and problem-solving skills.




    • Advise students regarding their academic plan, course selection / sequencing, major selection, and transition issues; provide information regarding degree requirements and transfer requirements; monitor academic progress of students; assist students in registering, adding, or withdrawing from courses in accordance with their academic plan
    • Develop, initiate and monitor outreach campaigns for assigned groups of students; follow-up on alerts raised and provide timely support to students.
    • Utilize EAB Navigate, Banner, Degree Works, Online Services, and other systems as identified by the Director to identify, track, and report on students' course and degree progression, and to support them in meeting key enrollment and success milestones.
    • Connect students to support services, such as Tutoring, Financial Aid, Veteran's Services, Child Watch, Adult Learner Success Center, Career Services, TRIO, El Centro, ALANA, SAMP, OSDDS, and Thrive.
    • Serve as the assigned advisor for all HCC student athletes; meet with team coaches, athletic director and athletic teams, maintain knowledge of all NJCAA athletic eligibility rules and regulations.
    • Partner with Academic Program Coordinators, Department Chairs, Director of Athletics and faculty to remain current on all academic programs of study, including program outcomes, course sequencing, career opportunities, and athletic eligibility.
    • Assist students with goal setting, self-assessment, time management skills, planning and decision making, as related to their educational goals and performance.
    • Document and assess the performance of assigned cohort using appointment summaries and reporting tools; maintain confidential record-keeping for the data collection on student outcomes.
    • Participate in Accepted Students Days, Registration Express, and other activities / events as directed
    • Participate in advising-specific professional organizations and professional development offered and/or supported by the college
    • Other duties, as identified.



    EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:

    We welcome and encourage applicants, who do not meet the qualifications as stated above, to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. It is preferred that this document be uploaded separately from the resume, cover letter, and references. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications and do not have an equivalency statement will not be considered for the position.

    REQUIRED:
    • Master's degree in education, counseling, psychology, or a closely related field;
    • At least three years of experience and/or training in college admissions, academic advisement, career development, program/project management; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience;
    • Knowledge and understanding of the challenges facing community college students;
    • Experience presenting information to individuals or small groups;
    • Ability to deliver excellent customer service to a diverse body of students, faculty, and staff.
    PREFERRED:


    • Banner, Degreeworks, and EAB navigate experience.
    • Bilingual (Spanish)


    Full-time, MCCC Unit Professional position

    MCCC Title: Academic Counselor

    Salary Range: Grade 5; Minimum $64,292 - $70,133 /year. Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Full State benefits package.

    Hours: 37.5 hrs./52 weeks

    Funding Source: State
    • All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.
    • Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions.



    Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.


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  • Lamar University
  • Beaumont, TX
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  • Cincinnati, OH
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  • University of Wisconsin-Stout
  • Menomonie, WI
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