Full-Time Permanent Academic Counselor

NC Community Colleges; Jacksonville, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Community Colleges in Jacksonville, NC seeks a Counselor to guide students through programs, registrations, and advising, using a case-management approach to support success. A Master’s in Counseling is required; higher-education experience preferred.

As part of the Student Services Division, you will collaborate with faculty and staff, provide educational and career advising, participate in recruitment activities, and help students navigate degree requirements; some evening work and local

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling required.
• Experience in higher education preferred.
• Microsoft Office skills and experience with digital platforms required.
• Previous work experience in a community college or higher education setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide students with information about program requirements and program offerings.
• Assist students who are enrolling or registering for classes.
• Represent the College in recruitment and community activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff in support of the College’s comprehensive success model.
• Provide educational and career advising services.
• Assist with other essential functions of the Student Services Division to enhance student success initiatives.

Skills

Higher education experience

Microsoft Office

Digital platforms experience

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital platforms

Job description

444 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, North Carolina 28546

Salary Grade

Job Reports To

Division Chair for Student Services

Job Category

Professional

Application Period

Opens: 09/21/2026

Closes: 10/12/2026

Target Start Date

01/04/2026

Expected Work Hours

Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

A Master’s degree in Counseling is required. Experience in higher education preferred. Microsoft Office skills and experience with digital platforms, required. Previous work experience in a community college or higher education setting, preferred.

Supplemental Information:

Official transcripts, including other documentation verifying all reported educational qualifications, are required. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted for application purposes. The successful candidate must provide official transcripts at his or her expense within thirty (30) days of being notified of selection.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Description

By utilizing a case management approach, provide students with information about program requirements and program offerings; assist students who are enrolling or registering for classes at the college; represent the College in recruitment and community activities; collaborate with faculty and staff in support of the College’s comprehensive success model; provide educational and career advising services; and assist with other essential functions of the Student Services Division to enhance student success initiatives. Daytime position with some scheduled evening work and local travel required.

Salary: Minimum monthly starting salary $4,000 with final salary determination based upon education and experience.
Standard Working Hours: Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Closing Date: October 12, 2026, or open until filled.
Start Date: January 4, 2027.