Director of Advising

The Director of Advising oversees a holistic, comprehensive advisement program for the institution. As the supervisor for the Advising and Retention Centers, the director collaborates with faculty and institutional partners at all GSCC campus locations to improve student retention and success, including developing and implementing programs to address the needs of at-risk and low-achieving students, advising select student populations, and selecting instruments and administering assessments of student learning and student engagement.

THIS POSITION IS NOT TENURE ELIGIBLE.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight and leadership of a comprehensive, holistic advisement and retention program on multiple campuses
• Provide oversight of Advising and Retention staff and activities
• Ensure excellent customer service to students, employees, and other stakeholders by departmental staff
• Establish and maintain data collection to evaluate program effectiveness
• Develop, implement and deliver academic information/advisor training for faculty, Campus Directors, Student Services personnel and all other staff affiliated with student advising
• Develop, coordinate and implement internal and external assessment of student learning outcomes and coordinate assessment of student engagement
• Develop, and evaluate departmental goals and strategic planning
• Develop, implement and deliver student success workshops, seminars and programs
• Develop, implement and deliver programs to address at-risk students to encourage their continuation at Gadsden State
• Develop, implement and assess student engagement activities related to retention, persistence and degree or credential completion
• Coordinate with internal and external resources for information and student referral, if necessary, when academic, attitudinal, attendance or other personal problems require intervention
• Manage departmental budgets and resources
• Assist with pre-college Orientation and teach ORI 101sections as needed
• Serve on college committees as assigned
• Comply with all policies of the Alabama Community College System and the College

Note: The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position’s role, scope, FLSA status, or grade.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an approved U.S. Department of Education accredited institution required
• Minimum of (3) three years’ experience in student academic advising or related higher education area required
• Supervisory experience preferred

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement programs that facilitate student success, retention and program completion
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and to supporting the academic success of all students
• Ability to travel between campus locations

Application Procedures/Additional Information:

PROJECTED STARTING DATE:
June 2025

SALARY: Salary Schedule C3- $75,000 - $95,000. Salary will be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED related experience that is stated on the initial job application only.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
April 30, 2025– 4:00 P.M.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGES WILL BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume; and (d) copies of transcripts of postsecondary education.

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cms

IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).

Salary Calculation: For all positions on all Salary Schedules, the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other work experience outside of public education in Alabama that, in the sole judgment of the College, directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule.

Format for Work Experience Verifications: Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates, job title(s), job duties, and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time, and if part-time, the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The College’s official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason, for purposes of meeting minimum requirements an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation such as appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However, such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if job duties and dates of employment are not self-evident in the documentation.

Please Note:

• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.
• When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement.

All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail. If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:

NEOGOV Customer Service:
Monday-Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST
(855) 524-5627

Applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.

Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000 - $95,000