ADVISOR POOL

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College is seeking candidates to join an Advisor Pool that provides admissions and advising services to Liberal Arts students and those in specialized programs, including information on admissions, financial aid, and required applications to enroll. The role supports Texas Success Initiative (TSI) assessment advising and Liberal Arts advising, working with various campus offices.

A Bachelor's degree and 3 years of higher education experience are required; appointments are part-time,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Three years in a higher education or advising role.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy in records.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong customer service and ability to interact courteously with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide admissions support to prospective and current students.
• Advise on Texas Success Initiative (TSI) assessments.
• Provide Liberal Arts advising and information on specialized assessments.
• Update student records and explain admissions/financial aid processes using Datatel/Colleague.
• Refer students to Career Center, VA Center, Disability Services, and Admissions/Registrar.
• Maintain knowledge of FERPA and college programs.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Datatel/Colleague enrollment system

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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

Posting Number PT1031

Job Title

Job Title ADVISOR POOL

Department

Department Student Outreach and Enrollment Services

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Employment Status Part-Time

Open Date

Open Date 11/12/2025

Close Date

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

Job Duty

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.

Job Duty

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.

Job Duty

Provide Liberal Arts Advising services, as well as provide students majoring in specialized programs with proper advising and information on taking specialized assessments.

Job Duty

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.

Job Duty

Refer current and prospective students to appropriate departments and programs for assistance, including the Career Center, VA Center, Disability Services, and Admissions/Registrar.

Job Duty

Maintain current knowledge of federal and internal regulations such as FERPA . Maintain current knowledge of College activities and programs.

Job Duty

Other related duties as assigned.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * 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.