Student Services Advisor (Part-Time)

Position Area:

Staff

Qualifications Required:

Ability to develop individualized academic plans.
Ability to provide students with accurate information about academic programs and services.
Knowledge of barriers to educational success and a desire to help others reach their educational goals.
Experience working with racially, ethnically, economically and age-diverse individuals.
Strong interpersonal skills to help engage, provide support to, and motivate students.
Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to follow up effectively.
Effective oral and written communication and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Proficiency in use of technology, such as Microsoft Office and Google docs.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, and with faculty and staff.
Desire to learn and grow as professional needs arise.

Additional Considerations:

Work experience in a higher education setting or in counseling or academic coaching.
Familiarity with higher education academic policies and procedures.
Previous experience advising nursing or other health profession students.
Knowledge of available financial aid and scholarship information.
Knowledge of PeopleSoft or other student information software, case management systems and relevant educational technologies.

Duties:

NRCC is seeking a student focused, connection building, and compassionate problem solver to join our team as a part-time Student Services Advisor. An advisor works closely with potential and currently enrolled students to identify career pathways in academic programs that match their interests and skills. The advisor serves as a resource to assist individuals in overcoming non-academic barriers that may affect their ability to complete their educational goals successfully. Advisors will work with a student population that reflects the diversity of the of Virginia, with more than 40 percent of current students coming from racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of underserved populations and a commitment to helping these individuals attain educational success are critical responsibilities for this role. The work of an advisor is proactive and designed to assist the student in the completion of a credential or degree. This includes communicating regularly with students, maintaining records of student outreach and other interactions, making connections to available college and community support services, and assisting with academic interventions when necessary. Advisors will utilize a variety of technological solutions in addition to in-person interactions to connect with students. The ability to utilize and learn new technology and the willingness to work in different environments is essential. The successful candidate must be caring, organized, communicative, and flexible.
The Advisor's primary role will be onboarding and supporting students in nursing and other health professions programs.

Salary:

Depending on Qualifications

Start Date:

05/17/2024

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Application Details:

Apply online at: VCCS Jobs

Or

Human Resources Office
New River Community College
5251 College Drive
Dublin, VA 24084
(540) 674-3635
(540) 674-3651 Fax
(540) 674-3619 TDD
(866) 462-6722 Toll-Free

e-mail: hrinformation@nr.edu