Title: Academic Advisor – Open Door Project
Agency: Tidewater Community College
Location: Norfolk - 710
FLSA: Exempt
Hiring Range: $44,192
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Job Description:
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 28,000 students in 2019-20. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,203 graduates in 2019-2020, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 36% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
The academic advisor will provide academic, career, financial, and transfer advisement to all students in the Open Door Project/TRIO SSS Program on the Norfolk and Portsmouth Campuses of TCC. This is a federally funded grant. Tidewater Community College has received continued funding since 1996 when the grant was first awarded to the College. Funds are awarded annually at the discretion of the United States Congress.
This is a grant funded position. Minimum Qualifications:
1. Knowledge of effective group and individual counseling techniques for disadvantaged and special needs students.
2. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a diverse group of students and college staff.
3. Knowledge of issues and resources related to assisting disadvantaged students.
4. Demonstrated ability to administer and evaluate results of assessments.
5. Ability to plan, coordinate, and carry out program activities (i.e., workshops, college visits, student activities, cultural development).
6. Demonstrated ability to coordinate learning assistance for disadvantaged and special needs students.
7. Substantial knowledge of and the ability to use personal computers and desktop computer applications including Microsoft Office products such as Access, Excel, and Word.
8. Demonstrated ability to develop and manage databases and database applications.
9. Highly effective organizational and time management skills.
10. Ability to problem-solve and utilize sound judgment in making decisions.
11. Ability to work independently and as a team to achieve team goals.
12. Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships.
13. Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
14. Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive a 15 passenger van.
Additional Considerations:
15. Experience working in a community college environment .
16. Experience working as an academic advisor .