Minimum of three years of full-time experience in academic
advisement
Criteria
CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the sole
criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review
the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum
qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be
interviewed. Other information and observations made during the
interview process may be considered in the selection process.
A
Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application.
Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below
for this position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Delivers comprehensive advisement support services to an
assigned group of students through degree completion
- Reviews student progress and tracks student use of academic
support services
- Counsels students in academic difficulty, including but not
limited to; students on academic warning, academic restriction, and
academically dismissed by the College, and those returning after
being academically dismissed
- Conducts regular outreach to faculty and other college staff as
needed to support student success
- Maintains accurate tracking data and notes for each assigned
student, recommending appropriate referrals and opportunity
programs
- Provides advising for prospective, new, and current students in
person, virtually, or via telephone/email, including registration,
individual advising sessions, classroom visits, and group
sessions
- Provide personalized coaching/advising to students through
in-person and digital platforms (i.e. email, phone, and virtual 1:1
meetings) to include degree planning, course selection, and
addressing academic concerns.
- Supports annual recruitment of new students into the
program
- Organizes periodic special events and programs for students,
faculty and staff
- May conduct or support delivery of student seminars on issues
of importance to students
- Develops active, collaborative, effective working relationships
and programs with PGCPS, community, parents, and college personnel
who are critical to student success.
- Guide students in their awareness of careers based on major,
career paths, academic interests, skills, and goals for their
professional development.
- Maintains accurate and secure student records.
- Uses analytical and evidence-based decision-making to develop
and interpret reports, analyze trends, and translate data from
multiple sources into actionable outreach strategies that support
student persistence, progression, and timely degree
completion.
- Review academic success checkpoints, share information
regarding students, and facilitate evidence-based
interventions.
- Collaborates with faculty, staff, and campus departments to
coordinate student support efforts and ensure comprehensive
advising.
- Connect students to campus resources, such as student
disability services, and mental health services.
- Develops and facilitates workshops or group advising sessions
on academic planning, transfer preparation, or career
readiness.
- Supports new student onboarding, orientation, and registration
activities.
- Promotes an inclusive and supportive advising environment,
demonstrating cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse
student needs
- Performs other related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of
a team
- Demonstrated ability to work well with faculty and
administrators
- Strong organization, project management and facilitation
skills
- Ability to enter, monitor and interpret student data
accurately
- Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to extract, analyze, and interpret data.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Ability to prioritize work requirements and demonstrate
independent decision-making.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills as applied to
interaction with coworkers, supervisor, and the public
Job Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively
communicate and interact with other employees and the public
through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally
defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel
objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and
operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not
limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax
machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching,
reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping,
and repetitive motions.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written
standard English.
- As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present
acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a
U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
- A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer
of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal
information will be required if selected for an interview.
ACCOMMODATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
satisfactorily perform each essential job duty. Prince George’s
Community College provides reasonable accommodations when requested
by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such
accommodation would cause undue hardship. Accommodation
determinations are made on a case-by-case basis. If reasonable
accommodation is needed, please contact the ECT department
Is Background Check Required?
Yes
Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or
directly engaging with minor children on campus?
No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
PGCC42611/12 GFF4
Open Date
09/17/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Background Check Statement
Prince George’s Community College is committed to providing a safe
campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for
applicants being considered for employment. Background
investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record
check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial
(credit) report or driving history check.
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package,
including paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plans, and
health and welfare coverage.
Application Status: you will receive an email
acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no
further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or
the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is
immediately sent to your references listed on your application.
Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight
requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background
investigation.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a bachelor's degree (or higher) in higher
education, student personnel/services, education, psychology, human
resources or related field?
- * Do you have a minimum of three years of full-time experience
in academic advisement?
- * What are your salary expectations for this position? Please
provide a range, if available.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to
continue working in the United States? As required by the 1986
Immigration Act, candidates must present acceptable documentation
showing that they are a U.S. Citizen or a resident authorized to
work in the U.S.
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- HERC
- HigherEd Jobs
- Hispanic Outlook
- Indeed
- Personal Referral
- PGCC Website
- Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
- The Chronicle of Higher Ed
- The Washington Post
- Other: Please indicate below
- Educause
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If you
selected 'Other' please indicate source:
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- Other
