Career Program Advisor

Seminole State College of Florida; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Health and life insurance

Wellness incentives and gym membership

TRS/FRS retirement options

Professional development and tuition

Job summary

Seminole State College of Florida is seeking a Recruitment and Retention Coordinator to support student success across career and technical education programs (AS, CCERT and PSAV). You will partner with students, faculty, and staff to guide course selection, planning, and progress toward certificates and degrees.

The role emphasizes collaboration, data-driven advising, and coordination of recruitment activities, while engaging in staff development and Perkins-aligned initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.
• One year of experience working with students in a high school or postsecondary institution.

Responsibilities

• Partners with A.S. Degree and Certificate seeking students to help them identify and select appropriate courses for their career path and educational goals.
• Assists students with educational and career planning by providing career and occupational information about related A.S. Degree and Certificate programs; makes appropriate referrals to Career Development Center
• Collaborates with Student Affairs staff, Associate Deans, Program Managers, Faculty and staff in related areas to identify and address barriers to student success.
• Works with Program Managers and Associate Deans to provide accurate program information to College staff, including Student Affairs colleagues who work in recruiting, admissions, advising and registration functions.
• Acts as a liaison between Academic Affairs and Student Affairs to facilitate and enhance student recruitment, advising, registration, retention and program completion.
• Assists the Student Affairs Recruiting and Admissions Office as well as the Departments with recruitment activities such as information sessions, decision days, workforce fairs, etc.
• Participates in college, state and regional staff development activities and meetings to enhance assigned A.S. Degree and Certificate programs.
• Implements strategies within the School of Career and Technical Education to achieve Perkins Performance Measures (Improving Student Academic Skills, Technical Skills, Program Completion, Placement, Retention, Nontraditional Enrollments, and Non-traditional Completion)
• Enters and retrieves data from computer in order to support, advise and register students as well as track their progress towards completion of Certificates, A.S. Degrees and Vocational Certificates.
• Coordinates Workforce Central Florida or related government-sponsored initiatives that affect students in related degrees and certificates
• Coordinates admissions for related limited access programs.
• Researches retention strategies; implements and evaluates pilot retention programs under direction of supervisor.
• Performs other duties as may be required or assigned.

Skills

Student recruitment

Retention

Advising

Career planning

Data tracking

Reporting

Collaboration

Communication

Diversity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Develops and implements efficient and effective student recruitment, retention, and completion initiatives for career and technical education (AS, CCERT and PSAV) programs.

Responsibilities

Description

Develops and implements efficient and effective student recruitment, retention, and completion initiatives for career and technical education (AS, CCERT and PSAV) programs.

Essential Functions

• Partners with A.S. Degree and Certificate seeking students to help them identify and select appropriate courses for their career path and educational goals. Tracks progress of students through reports, queries, degree audits and follow-up contacts.
• Assists students with educational and career planning by providing career and occupational information about related A.S. Degree and Certificate programs; makes appropriate referrals to Career Development Center
• Collaborates with Student Affairs staff, Associate Deans, Program Managers, Faculty and staff in related areas to identify and address barriers to student success.
• Works with Program Managers and Associate Deans to provide accurate program information to College staff, including Student Affairs colleagues who work in recruiting, admissions, advising and registration functions.
• Acts as a liaison between Academic Affairs and Student Affairs to facilitate and enhance student recruitment, advising, registration, retention and program completion.
• Assists the Student Affairs Recruiting and Admissions Office as well as the Departments with recruitment activities such as information sessions, decision days, workforce fairs, etc. May be the primary organizer of recruiting events such as open houses.
• Participates in college, state and regional staff development activities and meetings to enhance assigned A.S. Degree and Certificate programs.
• Implements strategies within the School of Career and Technical Education to achieve Perkins Performance Measures (Improving Student Academic Skills, Technical Skills, Program Completion, Placement, Retention, Nontraditional Enrollments, and Non-traditional Completion)
• Enters and retrieves data from computer in order to support, advise and register students as well as track their progress towards completion of Certificates, A.S. Degrees and Vocational Certificates.
• Coordinates Workforce Central Florida or related government-sponsored initiatives that affect students in related degrees and certificates
• Coordinates admissions for related limited access programs.
• Researches retention strategies; implements and evaluates pilot retention programs under direction of supervisor.
• Performs other duties as may be required or assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.
• One year of experience working with students in a high school or postsecondary institution.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.
• Knowledge of career and technical education programs.
• Experience with grants projects.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student populations.
• Excellent computer skills in a Windows based environment, including Microsoft Office 365 skills.
• Ability to work independently, initiating, developing, and implementing programs.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work efficiently, effectively, and accurately without close supervision.
• Knowledge of the community college philosophy and system of higher education.
• Knowledge of student retention resources and research.
• Committed to working in a multi-cultural environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT And SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Works in an office environment.
• Works in the community for related recruiting activities which may require some evening and weekend activities.
• May travel to different campus locations, trainings, and community-based events.

This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s Preference.

Pay Benefits And Work Schedule

We offer competitive pay with a beginning salary of $43,614 commensurate with education and experience exceed the required qualifications, plus an attractive including:

• Flexible work options with a 37.5 hour work week and generous paid time off (holidays, annual and sick leave, and College Breaks)
• A variety of paid health and life insurance coverages
• Wellness incentives and free gym membership at the Raider Fitness Center
• FRS retirement and other options
• Professional Development and Paid Tuition
• Free on campus parking

Conditions of Employment

Finalists and individuals recommended for employment at Seminole State College must reside in the State of Florida at the time of hire and may be subject to background investigations and fingerprinting in compliance with Florida Statute 1001.64; and Seminole State College Policy 1.020; 2.020. Criminal background checks and fingerprinting will be conducted for all new employees, and for rehired employees who have had a break in service for one year or more. The Office of Human Resources will determine which background checks shall be conducted for each position, based upon its review of job descriptions and the responsibilities of the position. These include, but are not limited to, positions that have access to money, master keys, security-sensitive areas and confidential information; positions that have the capability to create, delete, and alter records; and positions that are responsible for the care and instruction of children. The College will conduct various types of background checks which may include, but are not limited to: criminal background, credit check, driver's license check, previous employment and references.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Seminole State College of Florida adheres to Florida’s Veteran’s Preference laws by providing preference in hiring to covered job applicants. Moreover, in recognition of the valuable contributions made by veterans, the College also considers any applicant’s military service background when filling job positions not covered by Veteran’s Preference laws. To claim Veteran's Preference for eligible positions, a copy of your DD-214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be uploaded and attached to your application to claim Veterans' Preference.

Holders Of Degrees From Institutions Outside The Usa

Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States are required to obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. Foreign transcripts should be evaluated by one of the organizations approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. This evaluation must be submitted at the time of application. We recommend World Education Services at P.O. Box 5087, Bowling Green Station, New York, NY 10274-5087, telephone [phone] or email address www.wes.org. The interview process may be delayed until such a review has been completed.