ADVISOR POOL

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College is recruiting for an Advisor Pool to provide part-time, temporary advising services on an as-needed basis. Open date 11/12/2025; position is non-exempt and open until filled. Pool can be used for up to one year with reapplication required to remain in the pool.

Role focuses on advising Liberal Arts and specialized programs, assisting with admissions, financial aid, and assessments. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and relevant counseling experience in higher education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field or equivalent.
• Three years working experience in a higher education environment or career counseling/advising in a post-secondary setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide full admissions support to prospective and current students for admissions, financial aid, and program applications.
• Provide TS I assessment advising to ensure compliance and inform about state-approved assessments.
• Offer Liberal Arts advising and guidance for students pursuing specialized programs and assessments.
• Update and maintain student records using Datatel/Colleague enrollment system; explain tuition and fee options.
• Refer students to Career Center, VA Center, Disability Services, Admissions/Registrar for additional support.
• Maintain knowledge of FERPA and other regulations, and stay informed about college activities and programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill part-time, temporary, hourly assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Position Information

Posting Number PT1031

Job Title ADVISOR POOL

Department Student Outreach and Enrollment Services

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status Part-Time

Open Date 11/12/2025

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide advising services to students majoring in Liberal Arts and specialized programs and information on taking specialized assessments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three (3) years working experience in a higher education environment or career counseling/advising experience in a secondary/post-secondary environment.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy maintaining records.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with students, faculty, staff, and public.

Preferred Qualifications

Advising experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III : Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

• Provide full admissions support services to prospective and current students in terms of completing an admissions application, financial aid application, DMC Foundation application, and any other required applications or information needed to enroll in an academic or continuing education program.
• Provide prospective students with Texas Success Initiative (TSI) assessment advising to ensure compliance. Possess the ability to provide students with information on approved TSI assessments and other relevant state approved assessments.
• Provide Liberal Arts Advising services, as well as provide students majoring in specialized programs with proper advising and information on taking specialized assessments.
• Update student records as necessary. Provide students with admissions and financial aid status, orientation on how to pay for tuition/fees, set-up a payment plan, etc. by navigating through Datatel/Colleague enrollment system.
• Refer current and prospective students to appropriate departments and programs for assistance, including the Career Center, VA Center, Disability Services, and Admissions/Registrar.
• Maintain current knowledge of federal and internal regulations such as FERPA . Maintain current knowledge of College activities and programs.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Supplemental Questions

• * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree?
  • Yes, I have a Bachelor's degree or higher. (Submission of transcript(s) with conferred/award date is required)
  • No, I do not have the required education.
• * Do you have three (3) years working experience in a higher education environment or career counseling/advising experience in a secondary/post-secondary environment?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.