Academic Advisor & Student Success Coach

Wharton-County-Junior-College; Wharton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton County Junior College seeks an Academic Advisor at the WCJC Wharton Campus to guide students through course selections aligned with their goals, identify relevant programs, and develop short- and long-term academic plans.

The role emphasizes career readiness, transfer planning, and facilitating student success programs, with strong emphasis on interpersonal skills, presentations, and teamwork. Occasional evening/weekend hours and a background check are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Strong interviewing and advising abilities are essential.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with databases are required.

Responsibilities

• Recommend appropriate course selections based on student goals.
• Identify programs that meet student goals and build academic plans.
• Assist with career readiness or transfer planning.
• Develop and facilitate student success programs.

Skills

Interviewing

Advising

Organizational skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Database experience

Independence

Teamwork

Presentations

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database software

Job description

Wharton County Junior College seeks an Academic Advisor at the WCJC Wharton Campus to guide students through course selections aligned with their goals, identify relevant programs, and develop short- and long-term academic plans.

The role emphasizes career readiness, transfer planning, and facilitating student success programs, with strong emphasis on interpersonal skills, presentations, and teamwork. Occasional evening/weekend hours and a background check are required.