What are the responsibilities and job description for the G3 Advising Specialist position at Patrick & Henry Community College?
Patrick & Henry Community College is a comprehensive two-year institution committed to student success, lifelong learning, initiating an atmosphere of care via our caring campus model, and enrichment of the quality of life in the region it serves. Serving Martinsville, Henry County, Patrick County, and the southern portion of Franklin County, P&HCC is a comprehensive open-door institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Patrick & Henry offers 29 associate degree programs, 12 certificate programs and 38 career studies certificate programs. The college also delivers a variety of nontraditional programs such as customized workforce development training, industry-recognized certifications, developmental and transitional programs, and courses for personal enrichment.
Organizational Objective:
P&HCC staff members work with a student population that reflects the diversity of Virginia, with more than 40 percent of current students coming from racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds. This work stands to ensure the economic mobility of all people in our service region. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of underserved populations and a commitment to helping these individuals attain educational success are critical responsibilities of our institution. P&HCC continuously strives to provide students and staff with a positive environment that is welcoming and encourages connectivity through intentional behaviors that influence our campus culture and eliminates barriers to student success. Caring Campus is a collective effort to make students and employees feel welcome and connected to our college by instilling uplifting behaviors such as wearing name tags, warmly connecting students to necessary personnel, and openly engaging with students.
Purpose of Position:
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and maintain a high level of interpersonal skills with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
- Successful candidate will have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Plan and give presentations to individuals and groups.
- Monitor, track, and compile statistical information related to student success.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse population.
- Maintain cooperative working relationships.
- Knowledge of educational program planning.
- Proficient use of computers; and have a working knowledge of the use of statistics.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or a combination of equivalent education and experience
- Knowledge of barriers to educational success and a desire to help others each 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 effectively follow up and follow through
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Proficient in use of technology, including Microsoft Office and Google docs
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently as well as part of a team
- Desire to learn and grow as professional needs arise
- A degree in a related field, such as counseling, human resources, social services, or adult education
- Work experience in a higher education setting or in counseling or academic coaching is preferred.
- Knowledge of available financial aid and scholarship information.
- Knowledge of PeopleSoft, Navigate and other educational technologies.
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Salary : $42,905 - $47,905