The Charlotte Observer Publishing Company
Student Support Services Counselor
The Charlotte Observer Publishing Company, Warsaw, Virginia, United States, 22572
Student Support Services Counselor
Rappahannock Community College (RCC) provides high-quality educational and training opportunities throughout a 12-county service region. RCC delivers accessible and affordable educational opportunities, including for-credit transfer and career technical programs, robust distance education coursework, quality dual enrollment courses, and award-winning workforce training and credentialing programs.
Are you someone who wants to help students achieve their educational and professional dreams?
RCC invites you to apply for our
Student Support Services Counselor
position. This is a full-time, 12-month, restricted professional faculty appointment with an excellent benefits package. The anticipated salary will be no less than $68,293, commensurate with education and experience. The College desires candidates with a commitment to the community college mission and experience working in a diverse student population, including adult learners and at-risk students. The successful candidate will be committed to academic excellence, continuous improvement through professional development, and creating a collegial environment of civility, collaboration, and open communication. The Student Support Services (SSS) Program is a federal TRiO Program funded through the U.S. Department of Education to provide academic, career, and financial counseling to eligible students and to encourage them to pursue their post-secondary education. Reporting to the Director of TRiO Programs, the Student Support Services (SSS) Counselor plays a vital role in supporting the academic, personal, and professional success of program participants. This position provides individualized advising, counseling, and guidance to students to help them navigate barriers to higher education. Responsibilities include recruiting eligible program participants, assisting students with academic planning, financial aid and scholarship guidance, transfer preparation, and career exploration, as well as providing personal support to encourage persistence and graduation. Responsibilities and Requirements
The SSS Counselor also develops and facilitates workshops, coordinates cultural and educational activities, maintains accurate student records, and ensures compliance with federal TRiO program regulations. The incumbent must be able to operate and utilize technology to include the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, online assessments, Google docs, and electronic filing systems. Qualifications
Master’s degree in education, counseling, or relevant field. Experience in advising and counseling. Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with diverse populations. Experience in the use of technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, and Google docs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to adhere to federal, state, and institutional regulations. Additional Considerations
Experience in a higher education setting. Experience in advising and curricular counseling in education. Experience in administering and interpreting online inventories and assessments. Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional regulations. The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
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Student Support Services Counselor
position. This is a full-time, 12-month, restricted professional faculty appointment with an excellent benefits package. The anticipated salary will be no less than $68,293, commensurate with education and experience. The College desires candidates with a commitment to the community college mission and experience working in a diverse student population, including adult learners and at-risk students. The successful candidate will be committed to academic excellence, continuous improvement through professional development, and creating a collegial environment of civility, collaboration, and open communication. The Student Support Services (SSS) Program is a federal TRiO Program funded through the U.S. Department of Education to provide academic, career, and financial counseling to eligible students and to encourage them to pursue their post-secondary education. Reporting to the Director of TRiO Programs, the Student Support Services (SSS) Counselor plays a vital role in supporting the academic, personal, and professional success of program participants. This position provides individualized advising, counseling, and guidance to students to help them navigate barriers to higher education. Responsibilities include recruiting eligible program participants, assisting students with academic planning, financial aid and scholarship guidance, transfer preparation, and career exploration, as well as providing personal support to encourage persistence and graduation. Responsibilities and Requirements
The SSS Counselor also develops and facilitates workshops, coordinates cultural and educational activities, maintains accurate student records, and ensures compliance with federal TRiO program regulations. The incumbent must be able to operate and utilize technology to include the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, online assessments, Google docs, and electronic filing systems. Qualifications
Master’s degree in education, counseling, or relevant field. Experience in advising and counseling. Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with diverse populations. Experience in the use of technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, and Google docs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to adhere to federal, state, and institutional regulations. Additional Considerations
Experience in a higher education setting. Experience in advising and curricular counseling in education. Experience in administering and interpreting online inventories and assessments. Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional regulations. The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
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