Part-Time Professional Coordinator/Academic Advisor, Technology

Miami Dade College; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,031 - 41,052; Part time

Job summary

Miami Dade College seeks a Part-Time Professional Coordinator/Academic Advisor in Miami to support students in their academic journey. The role involves advising on admissions, financial aid, and academic policies.

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree and three years of related experience, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. This is a temporary part-time position at Wolfson Campus with a salary range of $21.80 - $29.80.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Three years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of college goals, policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Advises students regarding academics and financial aid.
• Coordinates course scheduling for programs.
• Tracks student performance and graduation requirements.
• Assists with program recruitment and planning.

Skills

Knowledge of College organization

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related discipline

Job description

Job Details

• Job Title: Part-Time Professional Coordinator/Academic Advisor, Technology
• Location: Wolfson Campus
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Job ID: 1009182
• Job Family: STAFF - Support Staff
• Grade: HF
• Salary: $21.80 - $29.80
• Department: Technology
• Reports To: Department Chairperson
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• First Review Date: April 13, 2026

Position Overview

The Part-Time Professional Coordinator/Academic Advisor provides guidance, advisement, coaching and mentoring, course scheduling coordination, clerical and operational support for the Bachelor of Applied Sciences (BAS) or (BS) Program, Associate of Arts (AA), and Associate of Science (AS) Program, to the Department Chairperson, and/or the School Director.

What you will be doing

• Advises students regarding admissions, financial aid, academic testing, and graduation
• Provides individual career counseling to students and assists new, continuing, transfer students to define/ clarify their educational goals and recommends courses and programs of study
• Conducts case management activities for 250+ students (and growing)
• Maintains regular communication with students regarding their academic progress
• Tracks individual student performance and ensures that the BS or BAS graduates complete their academic requirements and paperwork to "walk" graduation
• Creates, updates, tracks and maintains BS or BAS student enrollment and reporting databases for State Program Reports and Audits and ascertains program recruitment, enrollment, and completion reviews; approves Program Review Audits and student Individual Education Plans (IEP)
• Gathers and prepares the information necessary to complete the baccalaureate year-end report
• Assists the Chairperson with planning, recruitment and retention activities for all programs of study
• Works with department Chairperson(s) to coordinate and assist with curriculum development and course scheduling for all BS or BAS courses; assists faculty with books/materials evaluation, ordering and distribution
• Helps create and administer student surveys to ensure that the program meets expectations
• Provides general information and answers student queries regarding the BS or BAS program
• Represents department at recruitment fairs and other official activities
• Reviews and evaluates transfer student transcripts from other institutions
• Coordinates with Admission, Advisement, Veteran Affairs, and ISS representatives across all MDC campuses to maintain accurate student degree audit information
• Performs other duties as assigned

What you need to succeed

• Bachelors Degree in related discipline and three (3) years of related work experience
• All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution
• Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals, and objectives, and policies and procedures
• Ability to organize and deliver presentations to audiences
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and other related computer programs
• Possess excellent organizational and decision-making skills
• Possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with students, coworkers, and general public
• Knowledge of discipline specific materials, industry standard practices, industry employment opportunities
• Knowledge of higher educational programs and opportunities
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as school reports, data bases, course catalogs and transcripts
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment when completing daily assignments
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include evening and weekend assignments
• Ability to work well with students, faculty and staff

Additional Requirements

The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.