Post Secondary Advisor

Palm Beach State College; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of belonging

Tuition waiver

Public service loan forgiveness

Health insurance

Paid time off

Remote or hybrid options

Professional development

Retirement plans

Job summary

Palm Beach State College is seeking Post Secondary Advisors to provide counseling and coordinate program activities for low-income, first-generation students at the Lake Worth Campus. The roles are grant-funded with 3 positions available, requiring a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of related experience.

Responsibilities include advising, assisting with financial aid questions, recruitment/retention activities, and supporting outreach and workshops.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and one year of related experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and external partners.
• Strong problem solving, fact-finding and analytical abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive student advisement and coordinate program activities.
• Deliver educational, vocational, and personal counseling to eligible students.
• Conduct outreach and organize academic/professional development workshops.
• Assist with enrollment, registration, and program documentation.
• Liaise on special projects and support grant-funded program goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our team! What We Offer At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Responsible for providing comprehensive student advisement and coordinating program related activities. Supports program operations and assists with identifying and selecting eligible participants. Delivers educational, vocational, and personal counseling to low-income students who are potential first-generation college attendees. Guides students academically, administers assessments, and facilitates referrals to support students in achieving their educational goals. Conducts targeted outreach initiatives and organizes academic and professional development workshops. This position requires working a fluctuating schedule, including nights and weekends. This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon grant funding. There are 3 positions available at the Lake Worth Campus.

What a day of a Post Secondary Advisor looks like

• Advises students on course of study, course offerings, necessary testing, and prerequisites.
• Guides students and staff and answer questions regarding financial aid programs.
• Serves as liaison on special projects.
• Assists students in selecting a major or program.
• Assists in understanding educational, personal, and occupational strengths and limitations.
• Develops and maintains positive relations with the community to promote College partnerships and collaboration.
• Qualifies, registers, and monitors students in recruitment and retention programs.
• Assists students with issues utilizing a variety of formats such as in-person, phone, email, and online chat.
• Assists students with registration paperwork and registration on the system.
• Analyzes test results and identifies areas requiring further attention.
• Coordinates or assists with implementing the program’s goals, objectives, and evaluation procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge of field or profession.
• Travels to training workshops, conferences, meetings, and professional association events outside college locations as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree One year of related experience
• Knowledge of: Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
• Skilled in: Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
• Fact-finding, analysis, and problem solving
• Ability to: Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service
• Demonstrate critical thinking and interpersonal skills
• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
• Organize and prioritize multiple competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness
• Research information for problem solving
• Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Regular physical attendance required Valid Florida driver’s license
• Preferred, but not a must: Education and Experience: Experience working with at-risk populations Teaching experience Knowledge of: Student financial aid Ability to: Bilingual speaking
• Work Environment and Physical Demand - Frequency: Reach and grasp objects - Occasionally Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl - Occasionally Repetitive movement of wrists, hands, fingers - Hourly Sit for extended periods of time - Daily Use of video display terminal - Hourly Receive and understand information through oral and written communication - Daily Proofread and check documents for accuracy - Daily Communicate information verbally - Daily Communicate information in writing - Daily Operate a motor vehicle - Weekly Work a fluctuating work schedule - Weekly
• Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted.
• Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

The minimum base pay for this position starts at $44,587.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.

Application Deadline

Application Deadline This position is open until filled with an initial review date of September 15, 2026.

Benefits and Perks

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.
• Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
• Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
• Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or pregnancy in any of its employment or educational programs or activities.

Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against in the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources and Compliance Director or Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone] or 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461. Written complaints must be filed within 180 days from the position's closing date for which the applicant applied. Claims will be investigated, and a timely response will be provided. The College prohibits retaliation against any applicant who utilizes the complaint procedure.

Accommodations Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job by contacting the Human Resources and Compliance Director at [phone] for assistance.