Academic Advisor (Reg FT, 12-Month)

Position Title : Academic Advisor (Reg FT, 12-Month)

Department : Academics

Campus : Boyce Campus

Additional Information : This position will remain open until filled. However, in order to ensure consideration for an interview, please submit your completed application, cover letter, and resume by no later than February 17, 2025. The College cannot guarantee that application materials received after this date will be considered or reviewed.

Transcripts : Applicants must electronically attach scanable unofficial transcripts when applying to this posting.

Benefits :

At CCAC, we take pride in offering an exceptional benefits package designed to support our employees' personal and professional well-being :

• Comprehensive Health Coverage : Access to an excellent health plan with a very low out-of-pocket expense network option.
• Generous Time Off : Enjoy a range of time-off benefits that are tailored to your position, along with a four-day workweek in the summer for an ideal work-life balance. These benefits vary and may include vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay, as well as options like collegial coverage for faculty.
• Retirement Planning : Options include a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or a state-defined benefit pension .
• Financial Peace of Mind : Employer-paid benefits include group life insurance , short / long-term disability , and access to flexible spending accounts (FSAs) .
• Wellness Support : Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available for confidential support, with resources to address personal and professional challenges.
• Educational Support : Take advantage of tuition waivers , tuition reimbursement , Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and a variety of professional development opportunities to grow your career.
• Exclusive Employee Perks & Rewards : Save on theme parks, sporting events, electronics, and more!
• Additional Advantages : Free employee parking to make your commute easier.

Remote WorkOption : Fully In-Person (May be subject to change)

Work hours (for hourly positions) :

Job Category : Faculty / Counselor / Librarian / Ed Tech / Academic Advisor

Employment Type : Regular Full-Time

Job Slot : 2790

Job Open Date : 1 / 31 / 2025

Job Close Date : Open until Filled

Salary : Criteria within the collective bargaining agreement determine theposition rank of non-teaching faculty. Based on the established rank, thesalary range is between $41,462 - $45,902 for 10-month non-teaching positionsand $51,828 - $57,378 for 12-month non-teaching positions. Ranking isdetermined by educational level and specific relevant experience .

General Summary : Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Advising or other designated supervisor, meet with and advise new, prospective and current students concerning their college studies and academic and educational needs, and provide appropriate support, guidance, information and direction to assist students to achieve their academic goals. Advisors engage students holistically, including career choices, curriculum options, majors, course planning, College policies and procedures, personal assistance and referral to community services, and academic support.

Requirements : Master's Degree. Three (3) years minimumexperience in higher education : advising, counseling or related studentservices. Demonstrated familiarity with student issues and ability tointeract with students with diverse needs. Workload schedule may include evenings and weekends,as well as travel to other campuses or centers.

Duties :

1. Participate in mandatory training sessions, attend professional development workshops and activities as required, and assist in development of training materials and programs for faculty advisors.

2. Interview students concerning their readiness for college studies, their choice of major, their need for developmental coursework, their possible transfer to a four-year school, and the basic differences between the high school and college experience.

3. Maintain knowledge of and disseminate information to students regarding support services available on campus and across College, and direct students to such services, as needed or appropriate.

4. Provide advising services in the College advising centers and assist the directors of registration and advisement and / or other supervisory personnel in providing prompt assistance to students regarding program requirements and the registration process.

5. Develop academic schedules for new and continuing students utilizing the Degree Audit and other materials developed by the campus; provide students with information on all academic policy questions.

6. Advise students on general transfer information and refer students to appropriate transfer personnel.

7. Advise students changing their major by checking courses that apply to the new major (degree audit) and completing the appropriate paperwork.

8. Meet with students applying for graduation (utilizing Degree Audit) to assess graduation status.

9. Meet with probation students and other at-risk students and direct students, as necessary, to a counselor, success coach, or other student development professional.

10. Use on-line student system to research student's transcript, availability of classes, and calendar information.

11. Evening and / or Saturday advising may be required.

12. Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Clearances : Current criminal record / child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and in order to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances and are available here.

Salary : $51,828 - $57,378