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Counselor (Full-Time, Tenure-Track) Clovis Community College
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Counselor (Full-Time, Tenure-Track) Clovis Community College
Closing Date: 2/2/2026 at 11:55 PM Campus Location: Clovis Community College Start Date: 12/24/2025 Essential Functions
At Clovis Community College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also dedicated to closing equity gaps. An Equity-minded Individual Is a Person Who
Understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices; Reframes inequities as a problem of practice and views the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility; Encourages positive race-consciousness and embraces human difference; Supports institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments; and Strategically builds support for and participation in equity-related initiatives across both our internal and external communities. Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive counseling services to students, including academic, career, personal and life transitions counseling; Assist in the organization and implementation of matriculation activities, such as orientation, counseling and follow-up services to students; Assist students with major selection, career development planning, and goal identification; Maintain close working relationships with faculty, feeder high schools, community and other student services support programs; Assist with the development and implementation of the Guided Pathways, Student Equity Achievement (SEA), and other student success initiatives; Lead and collaborate in developing programs and student support services designed to improve student retention and graduation rates; Develop and maintain professional communications and strategic alliances with Colleges & Universities; Work collaboratively with instructional faculty, staff, and administrators in the development of student success initiatives and provisions of counseling services; Collaborate with various departments and committees throughout the college to increase access and success for students; Utilize technology to track student progress, implement efficient support services, provide counseling services, and make presentations in classrooms and other group settings; Review data on student success and achievement and use the information to adjust student support services; Provide intentional case-management services to assigned students and provide follow up services including Early Alert responses and resource referrals; Assist, as needed, with articulation, student outreach, and recruitment activities; Provide assistance and referrals to on/off campus resources and student support services including Admissions & Records, CalWORKs, Career/Transfer & Employment Center, DSP&S, Financial Aid, Academic Success Centers, TRiO, and off-campus community resources; Participate in meetings, conferences, trainings, and other professional development activities to maintain the expertise required to provide accurate and reliable information and support to students seeking to complete a certificate, associate degree, or transfer; Monitor and implement programs in compliance with federal, State, district, and college regulations, policies, and procedures; Provide counseling services, as needed, during days, evenings, and weekends at on and off-site locations; Develop and/or revise curriculum and programs, including program review and student learning outcomes for courses and programs to assess student learning; Participate in the accreditation process; Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; Serve on and attend department, college, and district committees as needed; Participate in program review, student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning; Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as assigned by management as required by Administrative Regulation 7122. Minimum Qualifications
All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom; and Master's degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, or career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling; OR A valid California Community College Credential; OR The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency). Desirable Qualifications
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility; Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes; Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds including students with disabilities; Willingness to examine and remediate one's relational practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students; Related work and professional experience; Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff; Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high-quality instruction and support to students; Experience as a counselor in higher education, preferably at a community college; Experience developing Student Educational Plans (SEPs); Knowledge and experience interpreting and utilizing articulation agreements and transfer requirements for community college students; Experience in using and interpreting a variety of career assessment tools; Knowledge of and experience working with low-income and/or potential first generation college bound students; Experience implementing retention strategies; Knowledge of statewide initiatives and best practices in student services; High impact teaching and/or counseling practices; Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals. Conditions Of Employment
181 duty days per year. Salary And Benefits
Starting annual salary is $71,054 - $108,773 based on education and experience. Duty days will be prorated based upon start of assignment. An annual doctoral stipend of $2,419 is available. In addition, the District offers an attractive fringe benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents, and life insurance. Employees are also members of the California State Teacher's Retirement System (CalSTRS). Selection Procedure
Applications will be screened by Human Resources for completeness and to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. From the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement, a selection advisory committee will review the candidates who are best qualified based on the minimum and desirable qualifications then determine who will be invited to interview. Interviews Tentatively Scheduled As Follows
FIRST LEVEL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF TBD FINAL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF TBD SCCCD EEO Plan
State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to join our District's purpose to support student success both locally and globally. United, we the faculty, classified professionals and administrators pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly and equitably. For more information, contact the Academic Human Resources Office, 1171 Fulton St, Fresno, California, 93721, (559) 243-7100. For information on Clovis Community College or State Center Community College District, visit our website at www.scccd.edu. Please refer to Position No. CCOU-COU (Slot #3305). Submission of Application and Related Materials Is the Applicant's Responsibility
The District reserves the right to re‑advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is deemed that the applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool or if funding is not available. All application materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for disqualification or discharge from employment.
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Closing Date: 2/2/2026 at 11:55 PM Campus Location: Clovis Community College Start Date: 12/24/2025 Essential Functions
At Clovis Community College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also dedicated to closing equity gaps. An Equity-minded Individual Is a Person Who
Understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices; Reframes inequities as a problem of practice and views the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility; Encourages positive race-consciousness and embraces human difference; Supports institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments; and Strategically builds support for and participation in equity-related initiatives across both our internal and external communities. Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive counseling services to students, including academic, career, personal and life transitions counseling; Assist in the organization and implementation of matriculation activities, such as orientation, counseling and follow-up services to students; Assist students with major selection, career development planning, and goal identification; Maintain close working relationships with faculty, feeder high schools, community and other student services support programs; Assist with the development and implementation of the Guided Pathways, Student Equity Achievement (SEA), and other student success initiatives; Lead and collaborate in developing programs and student support services designed to improve student retention and graduation rates; Develop and maintain professional communications and strategic alliances with Colleges & Universities; Work collaboratively with instructional faculty, staff, and administrators in the development of student success initiatives and provisions of counseling services; Collaborate with various departments and committees throughout the college to increase access and success for students; Utilize technology to track student progress, implement efficient support services, provide counseling services, and make presentations in classrooms and other group settings; Review data on student success and achievement and use the information to adjust student support services; Provide intentional case-management services to assigned students and provide follow up services including Early Alert responses and resource referrals; Assist, as needed, with articulation, student outreach, and recruitment activities; Provide assistance and referrals to on/off campus resources and student support services including Admissions & Records, CalWORKs, Career/Transfer & Employment Center, DSP&S, Financial Aid, Academic Success Centers, TRiO, and off-campus community resources; Participate in meetings, conferences, trainings, and other professional development activities to maintain the expertise required to provide accurate and reliable information and support to students seeking to complete a certificate, associate degree, or transfer; Monitor and implement programs in compliance with federal, State, district, and college regulations, policies, and procedures; Provide counseling services, as needed, during days, evenings, and weekends at on and off-site locations; Develop and/or revise curriculum and programs, including program review and student learning outcomes for courses and programs to assess student learning; Participate in the accreditation process; Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; Serve on and attend department, college, and district committees as needed; Participate in program review, student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning; Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as assigned by management as required by Administrative Regulation 7122. Minimum Qualifications
All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom; and Master's degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, or career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling; OR A valid California Community College Credential; OR The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency). Desirable Qualifications
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility; Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes; Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds including students with disabilities; Willingness to examine and remediate one's relational practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students; Related work and professional experience; Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff; Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high-quality instruction and support to students; Experience as a counselor in higher education, preferably at a community college; Experience developing Student Educational Plans (SEPs); Knowledge and experience interpreting and utilizing articulation agreements and transfer requirements for community college students; Experience in using and interpreting a variety of career assessment tools; Knowledge of and experience working with low-income and/or potential first generation college bound students; Experience implementing retention strategies; Knowledge of statewide initiatives and best practices in student services; High impact teaching and/or counseling practices; Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals. Conditions Of Employment
181 duty days per year. Salary And Benefits
Starting annual salary is $71,054 - $108,773 based on education and experience. Duty days will be prorated based upon start of assignment. An annual doctoral stipend of $2,419 is available. In addition, the District offers an attractive fringe benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents, and life insurance. Employees are also members of the California State Teacher's Retirement System (CalSTRS). Selection Procedure
Applications will be screened by Human Resources for completeness and to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. From the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement, a selection advisory committee will review the candidates who are best qualified based on the minimum and desirable qualifications then determine who will be invited to interview. Interviews Tentatively Scheduled As Follows
FIRST LEVEL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF TBD FINAL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF TBD SCCCD EEO Plan
State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to join our District's purpose to support student success both locally and globally. United, we the faculty, classified professionals and administrators pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly and equitably. For more information, contact the Academic Human Resources Office, 1171 Fulton St, Fresno, California, 93721, (559) 243-7100. For information on Clovis Community College or State Center Community College District, visit our website at www.scccd.edu. Please refer to Position No. CCOU-COU (Slot #3305). Submission of Application and Related Materials Is the Applicant's Responsibility
The District reserves the right to re‑advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is deemed that the applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool or if funding is not available. All application materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for disqualification or discharge from employment.
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