"Career and Academic Counselor"

Position Information

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: External

POSITION: Career and Academic Counselor

LOCATION: NDSCS – Wahpeton, North Dakota

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Full-time, 12-month, benefited position

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Anyone eligible to work in the United States

JOB SUMMARY: The Career & Academic Counselor helps to facilitate students career, educational, and personal growth; through coordinating career services functions and providing academic support and guidance for (current/prospective) students and faculty in the areas of career counseling, registration, student referrals, academic standing, and other student issues and related activities. The Career & Academic counselor reports to the Director of Student Success and works in collaboration with various staff and faculty to offer support services to students – focusing on students success.

Benefits

NDSCS offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the College – with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following the date of hire. Other benefits include basic life insurance, annual and sick leave, retirement plan, tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, and employee assistance program. Optional benefits include life, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

SALARY: $54,500 - $60,000, commensurate with education and experience

Required Competencies

• A Bachelors degree (B.S., B.A., etc.) in psychology, social work, education, communication, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher education and 3+ years of relevant work experience
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build professional relationships
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks/projects and adapt to the needs of students/department
• Ability to efficiently use Microsoft Office or similar software
• Experience working with diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications

• A Masters degree (M.A., M.S., etc.) in counseling and guidance, higher education, psychology, social work, communication, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
• Professional experience in career counseling, academic advising, and/or student services in a college or university setting
• Experience with event planning and facilitating (e.g. Career Fair, etc.)
• Working knowledge of assessments utilized for course placement and career counseling (e.g. ACT, Accuplacer, and Focus 2)
• Experience with technology programs and software packages related to student information systems (e.g. CampusConnection)
• Ability to address conflict utilizing counseling skills and effective communication skills

Additional Information

DATE AVAILABLE: As arranged

SCREENING BEGINS: Immediately – for full consideration, applications should be received as soon as possible.

BACKGROUND CHECK: NDSCS requires a successful background check for the selected candidate prior to an official offer of the position.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: To be considered, interested candidates must submit an NDSCS employment application. A resume and cover letter may also be required in certain positions. Official transcripts must be made available upon request. Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the qualifications and responsibilities listed as this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Only applicants who appear best qualified based on this review will be invited for a personal interview. The submission of all required materials by the screening date is the responsibility of the applicant.

NDSCS employment application and questionnaire are available at: https://www.ndscs.edu/join-our-team.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: This position is subject to North Dakota Veterans' Preference requirements and follows NDUS Policy 601.0 Veterans' Preference. An NBG 22 or DD-214 must be provided if claiming veterans' preference. If claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months must also be submitted.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: NDSCS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact NDSCS Human Resources at 701-671-2903 or NDSCS.HR@ndscs.edu

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: NDSCS does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, gender identity/expression, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic original, mental or physical disability, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial or parental status, status as a U.S. veteran/service member, or participation in lawful activity off the employers premises during nonworking hours which is not in direct conflict with the essential business-related interests of the employer.