Dual Enrollment Advisor (PT)

Passaic County Community College is seeking a part-time Dual Enrollment Advisor. This position supports Dual Enrolled students with advisement, registration and will guide students in achieving their academic, career and personal goals.  This position will spend time at partner high schools and reports to the Director of Early College and Dual Enrollment. 

The is a part-time, administrative position.

Examples of Duties

• Advise students, families, and school personnel on all aspects of the dual enrollment and early college programs.
• Have ability to convey information about college programs, policies and procedures including the application process, placement and registration.
• Assist students with course planning and scheduling.
• Accurately report and document student interactions and program activities to ensure compliance with PCCC regulations as well as the partner high school.
• Provide onboarding and support for Dual Enrollment students.
• Provide outreach to students using email, phone, video, or in-person meetings.
• Refer students to college support services based on individual needs.
• Work with the academic advising staff to promote guidelines and information on academic programs and make appropriate referrals to academic advisors. 
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preference for counseling, education or related field.
• Higher education or high school experience preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to understand and apply college policies.
• Maintain essential and confidential records.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office required.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate.

Compensation: Compensation is determined by a variety of criteria, including but not limited to, previous relevant experience, education level, and certifications.  The hourly pay rate for this position is $25

Benefits:

• New Jersey Sick Leave: Earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked with a maximum of 40 hours of leave per benefit year. (Eligible to use after successful completion of probationary period.)
• Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential, limited counseling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance.
• Commuter Benefits: Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses.
• NJ Defined Contribution Retirement Program provides eligible members with a tax-sheltered, defined contribution retirement benefit, along with life insurance and long-term disability coverage. (Must meet eligibility requirements.)