Career Pathways Advisor

At a glance! In close collaboration with faculty, the Career Pathways Advisor is part of a care-team designed to support the student from the initial onboarding through graduation. This position will be responsible for providing intensive support to a caseload of approx. 300 students attending Lower Columbia College in our Healthcare Programs.

Who you are: We are looking for an energetic and innovative individual who has strong communication, interpersonal, and intentional active listening skills. This person must be student-focused and believe in the mission of community college. The Career Pathways Advisor must be someone who is organized, highly collaborative, and enjoys working with their colleagues to boost student success.
About the team: The Advising department is a team of advisors who work alongside other Student Services professionals and faculty to onboard new students and improve student persistence. One of the key roles this position will have is helping all students overcome barriers and empowering them to see their contributions and value to the learning environment of the college through their unique viewpoints and experiences.

The Career Pathways Advisor position is 40 hours per week. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This position is hybrid - the work is mostly on campus, but there is some opportunity to work remotely if desired. This position is exempt but eligible for overtime under FLSA and reports to the Director of Advising & One-Stop.

We typically hire closer to the lower to middle range of the salary. Offers are made based on applicant’s qualifications relative to the job, internal pay equity, and any other relevant factors. Please note that there may be a COLA applied to the posted salary range effective July 1, 2025.

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Examples of Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of approximately 300 advisees within one or more assigned Career Pathways; duties include, but are not limited to:
• Conducting individual and group new student advising appointments
• Monitoring each student’s enrollment
• Following up on early alerts issued to students
• Proactively connecting with students throughout the quarter, especially new students
• Developing and implementing appropriate intervention strategies for students under Academic Concern or Notice
• Collaborating with faculty advisors to create two-year educational plans with each student
• Assisting students in clarification of educational, career, and life goals
• Evaluating and determining the transfer of credit and researching course descriptions to determine transferability in an unofficial capacity
• Leveraging LCC’s current advising technology tools and practices to consistently and accurately document student interactions, notes, case outcomes, educational planning, and appointment summaries
• Collaborate with faculty advisors regarding a shared student caseload of advisees and develop and maintain strong working relationship with academic deans
• Understand requirements and successfully advise for multiple degree and certificate programs
• Serve as a secondary advisor to a career pathway in the absence of the primary advisor
• Assist in student retention and onboarding when appropriate at the One Stop Center & actively participate in the LCC onboarding process where needed
• Support college efforts in promoting student financial literacy
• Coordinate and/or promote special events such as College Transfer Fairs, Career Fairs, multicultural student outreach, etc.
• Understand and apply the institution's interpretation of FERPA rules for the release of student information to faculty, parents, and students
• Participate in and assist with the online Advising Hub
• Disseminate transfer and/or academic information to the campus community via workshops, individual and group advising, or print, email, and social media
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and other departments across campus to develop programs and workshops for students
• Represent the college at community educational and outreach events
• Assist with student retention with an emphasis on satisfactory academic progress using current and new student interventions or the appropriate college or community referral
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community partners
• Regularly integrate learning from professional development
• May participate in special projects, committees, and workgroups on campus and/or at the state and national level
• Perform other related duties as assigned

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience working with student populations
• Strong technology background with ability to work with complex systems in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with high degree of motivation, energy, flexibility and willingness to innovate
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Sound organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Service-oriented approach and positive can-do attitude with a student first mentality
• Demonstrate cultural competence, including awareness and understanding of historically underrepresented populations, and create an educational and work environment that affirms commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Student Development or similar area of study
• Experience in higher education
• Bilingual or fluency in other languages

The minimum qualifications may seem specific and limiting, but we do consider candidates with relatable education, experience, and skills. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet exactly what's listed. With questions about qualifications, feel free to reach out to our HR team.

Supplemental Information

How to apply:

An online application must be completed for consideration. Click “Apply” at the top of the page to get started. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):

• Letter of Interest (cover letter) - describing your interest in Lower Columbia College and this position, how your experience, knowledge/skills, education, abilities etc. meet the qualifications for this position
• Resume
• References - please provide at least three professional references including one current or former supervisor
• Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

Upon request, accommodations are available for persons with disabilities for the Lower Columbia College hiring process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Lower Columbia College Human Resources

For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX, access, equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Kendra Sprague, Vice President of Foundation, HR & Legal Affairs, 1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010, Longview, WA 98632, title9@lowercolumbia.edu, Phone number, (360) 442-2120, Phone number/TTY (800) 833-6388.

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• The college is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information, visit .
• The college encourages qualified members of protected classes to apply.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

LCC celebrates and embraces diversity of all kinds, including differing beliefs, cultures, people, and experiences. We commit to institutional and individual changes that recognize, understand, and challenge patterns of social inequity and systemic disparities within our ever-changing world. For more information, see .

Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia College's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at .

Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or professional association or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers or professional association. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.

Mission, Vision & Values

Our Mission, Vision & Values define our reason for being, and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCC's Mission, Vision & Values, see our .

Conditions of Employment

• If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.
• If you are hired and are proficient in Spanish, you will have to take a Spanish proficiency test to receive the 5% extra in salary.

Anticipated Start Date

LCC offers two start dates for new employees - the 1st and 16th or the closest working day.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $5,300,000.00 - $6,890,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Longview, WA 98632 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Longview, WA 98632: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $5,300,000 - $6,890,000