Urgently Need Full-Time Academic Counselor in Haverhill, MA

Job title: Full-Time Academic Counselor
Company: Massachusetts Trial Court
Job description: PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT REVIEW APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH MASSCAREERS. PLEASE APPLY VIA THE LINK BELOW:

THE COLLEGE: NECC serves about 5,000 credit students each semester on two campuses located in the beautiful, historic Merrimack Valley region of northeast Massachusetts. Our suburban Haverhill campus sits on 106 acres near Kenoza Lake, and features a Technology Center and an award-winning Student One-Stop Center. Our urban campus in Lawrence occupies a number of buildings in the heart of downtown. Most recently, we have constructed a new 44,000 square foot health technologies facility, the Dr. Ibrahim El-Hefni Allied Health & Technology Center. Both campuses are a short drive to Boston and to the beaches and state parks along the coast.

The college has been building an organizational culture that values initiative and innovation, and seeks to identify and develop the strengths in students, faculty, staff, and programs in order to grow and improve. NECC is also committed to using evidence to guide planning and decision-making. These values are reflected in the use of Appreciative Inquiry for strategic planning and accreditation; in our investment in strengths-based, institution-wide professional development; and in our ten-year involvement as a Leader College in Achieving the Dream, a national network of community colleges dedicated to using data to close student achievement gaps.

We are also committed to the recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. With over 40% Hispanic students, NECC was the first federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in New England.

We seek leaders who are committed to the community college mission, actively engaged in promoting diversity, and prepared to use their unique strengths and innovation with the goal of student success.

POSITION: Full-Time Academic Counselor: Academic Counselor; Student Success Hub Advising; Haverhill Campus; MCCC/MTA Unit Professional Position; 37.5 hours/week, in-person Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday 9 am ? 5 pm, remote on Wednesday 12 pm ? 8 pm; Pay Grade 5

SUMMARY: The Academic Advisor is responsible for providing academic advising to students assigned to the Student Success Hub Advising Centers. This position will have a strong focus on adults who are returning to college to complete an associate?s degree. The advisor will assist students in determining academic programs of student, the utilization of previous college credits toward a degree and using prior learning experience to gain academic credit. In addition to adult students, the advisor will work with new students and other special populations as determined. Employing the Developmental Model of Advising, which includes holistic and proactive advising, will enable students to make informed and appropriate decisions regarding their academic path. As a member of the larger Enrollment Services team, the advisor will ensure that new students have completed mandatory orientation prior to registration. The advisor will work with students to develop an academic plan that helps them stay on track to persist and transition to their major of choice. The advisor will work closely with the five Academic Centers to ensure that students successfully and seamlessly transition to their new, major-specific advisor. Other responsibilities include participation in Intervention Retention Strategies for students who have been dropped/ withdrawn from classes, students who have holds, suspended students who are being allowed to continue attending the college and cohort- based projects created within Student Success Hub Advising. Hours are in-person Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. ? 5 p.m., remote on Wednesday from 12 p.m. ? 8 p.m. Remote hours will begin after appropriate training and onboarding period. Hours may change based on peak enrollment times and with advanced notice based on MCCC Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position will be based primarily at the Haverhill Campus but may be scheduled at the Lawrence Campus based on need and staffing. Services will be provided on campus, by in-person or virtual appointment. This is a full-time, benefitted position that is part of the MCCC Collective Bargaining Agreement. Reports to the Dean of Enrollment Services.

GRADE AND SALARY: Anticipated salary range is $59,244 to $62,262 annually with complete fringe benefit package. Complete fringe benefit package including competitive health insurance, free dental insurance, basic life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid sick, vacation and personal leave, educational benefits for employee/spouse/dependents, and excellent retirement benefits. Actual salary calculated in compliance with MCCC/MTA classification system. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP

RESPONSIBILITIES: Specific duties for this position include:

? Assist students as they progress through the New Student Roadmap; using a case-management approach, provide outreach to students new who are eligible for advising and registration.

? Provide information to students regarding academic programs, support services and registration for courses during one on one and group advising sessions.

? Evaluate and process student high school and college transcripts for prerequisites, transfer credit and Accuplacer waivers.

? Discuss Prior Learning Assessment options with new students (CLEP, Portfolio, Challenge Exams) based on transcripts or other experience.

? Provide students who apply to NECC with information on the Mass Transfer Policy, including approved A2B Linked and Mapped Programs, Additional Transfer Agreements as well as the Commonwealth Commitment Incentive Program under the Mass Transfer Policy.

? Assist students who receive military benefits in connecting with the Veteran?s Coordinator.

? Conduct Advising in the Student Success Hub to encourage enrollment and registration of new students and to assist in outreach and retention efforts as deemed appropriate.

? Participate in organized advising and registration events and advisor trainings.

? Follow and implement the Academic Standards and Progress policy and procedures. Including monitoring and using interventions (making phone contact, in person meetings, email communications, etc.) for students who are not meeting the necessary requirements.

? Assist in basic Student Financial Services conversations relevant to the admission and advising process such as payment information, FAFSA information, Academic Appeals, and the student?s completion rate percentage when applicable.

? Serve as a resource for faculty and staff regarding new student advising procedures.

? Assist with the development and implementation of training workshops for faculty, staff and students.

? Provide information about and refer students to appropriate campus resources, including, but not limited to, Academic Centers, the PACE Program, Career Services, Tutoring Services, Academic Coaching, Center for Accessibility Resources and Serves as needed.

? Provide students with information, when appropriate, on community agencies as found on the NECC Student Support website and/or referring to the Community Referral Advisor, Coordinator of Community Referral, or through a Care and Concern Outreach Team form.

? Assist at college-wide orientations and enrollment events.

? Assist with projects and college-wide initiatives as assigned.

? Will use Banner, Degree Works, EAB Navigate, and other software as applicable.

? The Classification Specification is available at:

Qualifications

PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT REVIEW APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH MASSCAREERS. PLEASE APPLY VIA THE LINK BELOW:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

? Master's Degree in education, counseling, human services or related field is required.

? A minimum of three (3) years involving college admissions, academic advisement, career development.

? Candidate must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, adaptable and flexibility are essential.

? Must have the ability to be flexible in the hours available to work.

? Ability to relate and work well, with a diverse population of students, faculty and staff.

? Working knowledge of PC applications and BANNER Students Information Systems or related systems required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

? Experience in a community college environment

? Bilingual (Spanish/English)

? Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population

BACKGROUND CHECK: Candidates will be required to pass a CORI and SORI check as a condition of employment.

TO APPLY: To be considered for this position click on the "Apply Now" button, you will be prompted to setup a new account or login to an existing account. You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:

? Cover Letter, describing your qualifications and experience

? Resume/CV

Review of applications will begin 5 business days from the posting date and will continue until the position is filled.

**Please note that finalist candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

DEADLINE: Open until filled

Northern Essex Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Elizabete Trelegan (Assistant Director of Human Resources, B-219,978-556-3928/ ), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Northern Essex Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website at:
Expected salary: $59244 - 62262 per year
Location: Haverhill, MA

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