Position Title:

Talent Search Senior Academic Advisor

Job Description:

HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Job Descriptions

JOB TITLE: Talent Search Senior Academic Advisor

REPORTS TO: : Director of Educational Talent Search

DEPARTMENT: Talent Search

EXEMPT: Yes

VICE PRESIDENT: VP Hinds CC – Utica Campus

GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s Degree preferred in Education, Administration or Curriculum, Student Personnel, Social Work and related fields

• Case load management ability

• Skills in human relations

• Previous experience in working with inner city or rural public schools

• Specific knowledge in career counseling, educational opportunities, and financial aid

• 5 years of experience working with high-risk or disadvantage students

• Excellent oral and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES , include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.

• Conduct orientation workshops for student, parents, community and other related entities

• Screen applicants for participant eligibility

• Assess participants’ needs for tutorial services

• Refer ineligible students to appropriate or alternative services

• Maintain participants’ files

• Assist participants in completing admissions and financial aid applications

• Meet with school principals on a regular basis

• Coordinate TS staff visits to school sites

• Coordinate campus and college visits

• Coordinate and conduct FAFSA Workshops for parents and participants

• Conduct participant follow-up surveys

• Participate in staff development and in-service meetings

• Provide Monthly Report on activities and numbers of students served

• Work with target school counselors in coordinating project activities

• Be familiar with and adhere to college policies and procedures

• Perform all other duties as required to achieve programs goals and objectives

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Positive customer service skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office

• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work with others effectively.

• Understanding of and ability to work with low-income, first-generation, and at-risk students.

• Ability to work as a team player in a diverse working environment.

• Must be able to follow oral and written directions and have the ability to establish effective working relationships with middle and high schools and college faculty and students.

• Strong organizational and conflict management skills.

• Empathetic and positive relationship builder.

• Knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to perform the function of the position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

No Supervisory responsibilities are required.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.

The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision 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.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.

We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results .

Mission

Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.

Vision

Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.

Values

Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:

• Integrity

• Diversity

• Excellence

• Accountability

• Leadership

• Stewardship

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts, Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn, work and serve our communities.

The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:

EEOC Compliance: Coordinator of Campus Culture and Diversity

Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3458 or Email: EEOC@hindscc.edu .

Title IX : Associate Vice President Student Services, Title IX Coordinator

Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3353 or Email: TitleIX@hindscc.edu .

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Position Type:

12 Month 260 Days

Job Classification:

Student Services

Scheduled Hours:

40