Tarrant County College District·Madison, Wisconsin
The Career Advisor implements career and academic advising strategies for students using a case management model from entry to completion. They collaborate with departments to support student success, interpret student data, and provide degree and certification planning.
Title: Career Advisor
Department: SO Student Success & Advising
Campus Location: South Campus
APT - Administrative
PT - Regular
Grant Funded: No
Starting Pay - $30.10
Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work
This is a part-time position, with a maximum of 19.5 hrs. per week
Reporting to the assigned campus leader, this role is responsible for implementing career advising strategies for students from entry to completion by proactively engaging with students in the case management model to access specific services.
Duties: and Responsibilities:
Service Excellence ⦁ Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements ⦁ Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite ⦁ Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through the Tarrant County College (TCC) Institute ⦁ Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College
Supervision ⦁ Works under the general supervision of the assigned campus leader
*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Minimum Qualifications: ⦁ Bachelor's degree ⦁ Three (3) years' working experience related to the Essential Performance
⦁ Current Certificate in Advanced Education Leadership (CAEL) or any National Career Development Association (NCDA) Certification including Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP), Certified Master of Career Services (CMCS), Certified Career Counselor (CCC), Certified Clinical Supervisor of Career Counseling (CCSCC), or Certified School Career Development Advisor (CSCDA)
⦁ Master's degree ⦁ Degree in higher education, advising, counseling, social work, or related area ⦁ At least one (1) year's working experience in advising and providing support services to students ⦁ At least one (1) year's working experience with new student programs in a college or university setting related to the Essential Performance Requirements ⦁ Bilingual in Spanish written and verbal
⦁ Knowledge of student characteristics and campus/college programs ⦁ Skilled in communication and team building across all areas of the college ⦁ Ability to prepare/present programs to various audiences ⦁ Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing ⦁ Ability to use Online Student Records Management Systems such as Who's Next and Student Planning ⦁ Ability to work independently, follow established procedures and regulations, and use discretion and judgment ⦁ Ability to multi-task and work under conditions of high stress and high volume during peak periods. ⦁ Ability to work in a case management process environment ⦁ Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment ⦁ Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume ⦁ Ability to analyze data and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Market context
Career Advisor roles in Wisconsin may attract candidates from education, workforce development, and student-support backgrounds, making relevant experience and current certification important differentiators. This position lists a bachelor's degree, at least three years of relevant experience, and a current career development or education leadership certification, with pay shown as $30.10 per hour. Requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original description here, saving research time; verify details before applying.