Equity-Focused Retention Counselor

Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District; California; On-site; USD 78,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Job summary

Grossmont College is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Retention Counselor who will provide academic, career, and personal counseling to a diverse student body. The role emphasizes equity-minded practices and proactive outreach to remove barriers to success.

The position collaborates across faculty and student services to strengthen persistence and completion while supporting early alert initiatives and retention projects. Starting salary ranges from $77,615 to $107,156 for an 11-month contract.

Qualifications

• Masters in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or related field.
• Equivalency may be considered if a Bachelor’s plus license meets alternative qualification requirements.
• Experience in educational, career, and personal counseling at a college, university, or high school.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally; work effectively with diverse populations.
• Experience using technology in providing counseling services.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, career, and personal counseling to students.
• Lead outreach and develop retention strategies to support student success.
• Collaborate with faculty and student services to address barriers to persistence.
• Teach counseling courses and lead workshops and seminars.
• Support program assessment and equity-focused enhancements.

Skills

Counseling experience

Equity-minded approach

Communication skills

Diversity sensitivity

Crisis support experience

Education

Master's in Counseling or related field

Equivalency process if applicable

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Grossmont College is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Retention Counselor who will provide academic, career, and personal counseling to a diverse student body. The role emphasizes equity-minded practices and proactive outreach to remove barriers to success.

The position collaborates across faculty and student services to strengthen persistence and completion while supporting early alert initiatives and retention projects. Starting salary ranges from $77,615 to $107,156 for an 11-month contract.