Advising Specialist, Business Advisement Center

Department: Business and Criminal Justice

Advising Specialist, Business Advisement Center

Part-Time

HV-NTP-8427

To be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not support Visas. Applicants must be either a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident of the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check.

Qualifications for Employment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree required in Business Administration or Education or related field from an accredited college or university; experience in counseling or advisement at the post-secondary level and previous experience with academic advising. Master’s Degree preferred in Business Administration or Education or related field from an accredited college or university; experience in counseling or advisement at the post-secondary level and previous experience with academic advising. Demonstrated understanding of institutional policies and procedures as they affect student academic success; demonstrated ability to interact with students, faculty and college staff. Must possess strong counseling and communication skills. Preference to candidates who have business academic advising experience or a business background.

The Advising Specialist reports to the Department Chair or his/her designee and performs the following:

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides academic advisement to students in all programs within the School of Business.
• Advises students on career objectives, transfer opportunities and program choice.
• Assists students in the selection and scheduling of courses.
• Evaluates Transfer credit in coordination with appropriate Department Chairperson.
• Advises students of the impact of scheduling decisions on financial aid and academic standing.
• Refers students to available student development and academic support resources when appropriate.
• Participates in academic activities within Academic Affairs, as appropriate.
• Maintains appropriate records of student advisement sessions.
• Provides assistance to students seeking course withdrawal, termination, cross-registration and curriculum change.
• Maintains working knowledge of college services, policies and procedures affecting the academic success of the student.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

This is an as needed position with an hourly rate of $29.00 w/BA or $32.00 hourly w/MA