Antelope Valley College

Educational Advisor - Palmdale

Salary: $4,604.86 Monthly

Deadline: 08/09/21 11:59 PM Pacific

Complete job description and application available online at: http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=204321

DESCRIPTION

BASIC FUNCTION:   

Under the supervision of an assigned director, perform duties in support of the academic counseling office, with primary assignment in the Disabled Student Services and CalWORKs offices; performs other related duties as may be assigned. 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Assists students with the development of individual educational plans including and career goals general education, major, transfer and college requirements. (E)

• Verifies and approves course selections by students which are best suited to their college majors or transfer requirements in correlation with assessment scores or by prescription of the counselor. (E)

• Provides guidance information related to college rules and regulations, policies and procedures; assists students in the enrollment application process; provides preliminary transcript assessment. (E)

• Provides articulation information to students; provide information regarding state college and universities, university system campuses and private institutions. (E)

• Participates with initial intake of students; reviews verification; and discusses services available based upon particular disabilities.

• Conducts telephone follow-up calls for "at-risk" students. (E)

• Reviews and prepares files, transcripts, correspondence and reports.

• Sets up and maintains electronic database, files, and documentation. (E)

• Plans and implements a variety of workshops on topics associated with student success and career planning. (E)

• Collaborates with college support services including Counseling, Admission & Records, Financial Aid, Disabled Student Services, STAR, and EOP&S to maximize resources and services to students. (E)

• Conducts a variety of outreach activities including college tours; presents presentations regarding programs and services; develops community relationships; develops flyers, newsletters and brochures; and develops email messages.  (E)

• Coordinates program efforts and educational options with appropriate organizations, including ACS State and Local Solutions, the Department of Social Services, and Career Options. (E)

• Provides work direction to student workers.

• Provides test proctoring.

• Attends committee, staff, and counseling meetings and workshops. 

• Performs a variety of general clerical duties and responsibilities.

• Performs other related duties as may be assigned. 

(E = indicates essential duties of the position)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, business or a related field and two years of experience working with students in an academic environment.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles and practices of academic advising

• Principles and techniques of student interviewing

• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment

• College and community resources to assist students

• Articulation information regarding state colleges, universities and private institutions 

ABILITY TO: 

• Interpret and apply articulation requirements of state colleges and universities, the California university system and private institutions

• Learn and interpret community college curriculum, placement procedures, course prerequisites and general education requirements.

• Assess student needs and make appropriate referrals.

• Perform a variety of responsible work involving independent decision-making.

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 

WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Provides work direction to student workers.  

CONTACTS: Co-workers, counselors, interpreters, other departmental staff, student workers,  students, parents, the general public, and external agencies.    

For a complete listing and details of all open positions and how to apply, select the HR & Employment link on the AVC Web site at https://www.avc.edu/administration/hr/employment or contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311; Voice/Relay, (661) 722-6300 x. 6360, 3041 West Avenue K, Lancaster, CA 93536.