Adult Development and Literacy Education Advisor

Harford Community College; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Harford Community College in Maryland seeks an Adult Development and Literacy Education Advisor (Hired As-needed) to support prospective and current students in the college's literacy programs. The advisor assesses instructional needs, guides class selection, and assists with online and in-person advising using standard tools and processes.

Applicants must be Maryland residents or in nearby states; part-time, as-needed hours are typical, with a maximum total of 500 hours per fiscal year.

Qualifications

• One year of related experience required, including working with diverse populations.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with diverse populations.
• Bachelor’s degree in advising, counseling, adult education, or teaching preferred.
• Bilingual – English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist prospective and active students in the College's Adult Development and Literacy Education programs to assess instructional needs and select appropriate classes.
• Advise students in face-to-face and online environments; use advising tools and complete paperwork.
• Assist with marketing and recruitment efforts of the adult literacy program.
• Work on campus with hours determined by the supervisor; schedule varies by department needs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Diversity experience

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in advising/counseling/adult education/teaching

Job description

Adult Development and Literacy Education Advisor - Hired As-needed

Job Title Adult Development and Literacy Education Advisor - Hired As-needed

Posting Category

Posting Category Part-Time Staff

Starting salary range or starting hourly rate range

Starting salary range or starting hourly rate range $22.66 per hour

Classification Title

About Harford Community College

Harford Community College ( HCC ) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website .

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Aff… It's the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA / ADAA employer.

Job Description

The Adult Development and Literacy Education Advisor assists prospective and active students in the College's Adult Development and Literacy Education programs to assess their instructional needs and choose appropriate classes. The Advisor assesses and advises students in face-to-face and online environments; utilizes computerized advising tools; completes essential paperwork, transcribes information and records test scores; assists with marketing and recruitment efforts of the adult literacy program; and performs other duties as assigned.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia. Work is generally performed on the College campus unless otherwise specified.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position.

Your application to this position will remain active through December 31 of the current year. If you are not selected by that time, you must reapply for continued consideration. If you apply on or after November 1 of the current year, your application will remain active through December 31 of the following calendar year.

Required Education

Required Experience

One year of related experience is required, including experience working with diverse populations, to include disadvantaged adults, non-native speakers of English, and/or at-risk youth.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and academic advising, counseling, adult education, or teaching experience preferred.
• Bilingual – English/Spanish.

General Weekly Work Schedule

Work schedule varies based on the needs of the department, and will be determined by the supervisor.

The hours of part-time, as-needed employees are limited to a total of less than 500 hours in each fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).

Posting Number

Posting Number 2026-002AO

Open Date

Close Date

Close Date 12/31/2026

Open Until Filled No