TRiO SSS Academic Advisor/Student Support Liaison

• https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/102388

• Suffolk, Virginia, United States

• FY22 Trio Student Services

• Paul D. Camp Community College

Title: TRiO SSS Academic Advisor/Student Support Liaison

Agency: Paul D. Camp Community College

Location: Suffolk - 800

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $45,000 - $47,231

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Paul D. Camp Community College is a small 2-year college in Southeast Virginia. Campuses are located in Franklin and Suffolk. There also is a center in Smithfield. The college offers associate degrees, certificates, and career studies certificates In transfer and career/technical programs; credit and non-credit workforce services and training for businesses and industries; special interest classes for the community; and summer classes for youth through the Regional Workforce Development Center. A dual enrollment program for high school students, online courses, and developmental studies classes are available at the college as well.

Camp's TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) program is a federally funded initiative, designed to support the academic success, retention, and graduation of students who are low-income, firstgeneration, and/or individuals with disabilities. The SSS Academic Advisor plays a key role in this mission by providing personalized academic, career and transfer advising, and support services.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, human services, or field related to the purpose and responsibilities of the position.
• Three years of relevant experience supporting students in Student Affairs, Academic Advising, Human Services, Counseling, or a related area, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures to a variety of processes
• Proficiency in the use of office productivity software .
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage, support, and follow up with students .
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, and strong problem-solving abilities .
• Excellent organizational skills and a commitment to providing high-quality service .
• Experience working collaboratively to promote student success .
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team .
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously .
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have use of personal automobile .
• Must be able to travel between college locations as required .
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed and participate in occasional overnight travel for student activities and trips.

Additional Considerations:

• Experience working with low-income, first-generation students, and students with disabilities in a college setting.
• Knowledge of financial aid policies and procedures .
• Knowledge of disability services and accommodations for college students .
• Experience providing case management or coordinated student support services .
• Experience working with grant guidelines, requirements, and regulations .
• Experience working with TRiO Programs .