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Program Advisor (5 Positions Available)
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Job Title: Program Advisor (5 Positions Available)
Location: Wolfson Campus
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 1008731
Job Details
Job Family: STAFF - Support Non-Exempt (SNE)
Grade: 12
Salary: $22.95 - $27.45
Department: REVEST
Reports To: Operations Manager
Closing Date: November 02, 2025
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
First Review Date: September 10, 2025
Position Overview The Program Advisor provides direct support to participants enrolled in workforce training, language instruction, and educational development courses. This position is responsible for intake interviews, academic and career advising, case management, and the coordination of support services to help students achieve their personal, educational, and professional goals.
This is a temporary grant funded position through December 31 year 2025 contingent upon grantor funding and grant extensions.
This grant position will be eligible for participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) after 6 consecutive months of continuous employment.
What you will be doing
Performs intake, eligibility screening, registration, and orientation of new students in accordance with federal and state guidelines
Conducts one-on-one advising sessions to assess student needs, set goals, and create individualized academic and career pathways
Monitors student progress and engagement; provide timely interventions, referrals, or support services as needed
Coordinates and facilitates workshops related to college readiness, employability skills, and career exploration
Establishes and maintains accurate and confidential student records, case notes, and documentation in accordance with program and institutional policies
Provides referrals to appropriate college and community resources, including tutoring, financial assistance, childcare, and employment services
Collaborates with faculty and staff to support student persistence and program completion
Assists in the development of orientation materials, outreach strategies, and participant communications
Participates in team meetings, professional development activities, and program evaluation initiatives
Supports program compliance through timely data entry, reporting, and adherence to grant requirements
Works closely with provider agencies in order to meet contract needs
Assists students with applications for Translation/Evaluation, Metro Pass Services, Childcare, etc
Functions as social worker for clients at local, State and Federal level
Performs other duties as assigned
What you need to succeed
Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field and three (3) years of related experience
Multilingual language skills in English with either Spanish and/or Creole as a second/third language
Knowledge and understanding of MDC organization, goals, objectives, policies and procedures
Knowledge of academic advising and career development principles and practices
Knowledge of advising, career development principles/practices
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications and other computer applications related to the department
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group activities
Working knowledge of resources at local, State and Federal level
Ability to monitor student attendance and complete case management duties
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
Knowledge of Referral system to send students to external agencies for additional resource support
Ability to use scrutiny, creativity and specialized analysis linked to each specific case, combined with Contract specifics
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and some weekends
Ability to work well with students, faculty and staff
Preferences and Additional Requirements Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, will receive preference and priority for this job vacancy. In addition, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements outlined in this job vacancy and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.
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Program Advisor (5 Positions Available)
role at Inside Higher Ed.
Job Title: Program Advisor (5 Positions Available)
Location: Wolfson Campus
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 1008731
Job Details
Job Family: STAFF - Support Non-Exempt (SNE)
Grade: 12
Salary: $22.95 - $27.45
Department: REVEST
Reports To: Operations Manager
Closing Date: November 02, 2025
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
First Review Date: September 10, 2025
Position Overview The Program Advisor provides direct support to participants enrolled in workforce training, language instruction, and educational development courses. This position is responsible for intake interviews, academic and career advising, case management, and the coordination of support services to help students achieve their personal, educational, and professional goals.
This is a temporary grant funded position through December 31 year 2025 contingent upon grantor funding and grant extensions.
This grant position will be eligible for participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) after 6 consecutive months of continuous employment.
What you will be doing
Performs intake, eligibility screening, registration, and orientation of new students in accordance with federal and state guidelines
Conducts one-on-one advising sessions to assess student needs, set goals, and create individualized academic and career pathways
Monitors student progress and engagement; provide timely interventions, referrals, or support services as needed
Coordinates and facilitates workshops related to college readiness, employability skills, and career exploration
Establishes and maintains accurate and confidential student records, case notes, and documentation in accordance with program and institutional policies
Provides referrals to appropriate college and community resources, including tutoring, financial assistance, childcare, and employment services
Collaborates with faculty and staff to support student persistence and program completion
Assists in the development of orientation materials, outreach strategies, and participant communications
Participates in team meetings, professional development activities, and program evaluation initiatives
Supports program compliance through timely data entry, reporting, and adherence to grant requirements
Works closely with provider agencies in order to meet contract needs
Assists students with applications for Translation/Evaluation, Metro Pass Services, Childcare, etc
Functions as social worker for clients at local, State and Federal level
Performs other duties as assigned
What you need to succeed
Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field and three (3) years of related experience
Multilingual language skills in English with either Spanish and/or Creole as a second/third language
Knowledge and understanding of MDC organization, goals, objectives, policies and procedures
Knowledge of academic advising and career development principles and practices
Knowledge of advising, career development principles/practices
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications and other computer applications related to the department
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group activities
Working knowledge of resources at local, State and Federal level
Ability to monitor student attendance and complete case management duties
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
Knowledge of Referral system to send students to external agencies for additional resource support
Ability to use scrutiny, creativity and specialized analysis linked to each specific case, combined with Contract specifics
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and some weekends
Ability to work well with students, faculty and staff
Preferences and Additional Requirements Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, will receive preference and priority for this job vacancy. In addition, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements outlined in this job vacancy and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.
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