Student Development Advisor

Palm Beach State College; Florida; Sur place; USD 40 000 - 49 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Tuition fee waiver

Tuition reimbursement

Educational leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Résumé du poste

Palm Beach State College is seeking a Student Development Advisor to provide college-wide advisement within an assigned guided pathway. You will guide students on programs, enrollment, and progression toward credentials, and participate in outreach and orientation activities.

This grant-funded role may require evenings/weekends, with employment contingent on grant funding. A Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience with student advisement or higher-education services preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills essential.

Responsabilités

• Advises students as to course of study, particular course offerings, necessary testing, and prerequisites.
• Reviews transcripts of students for the purpose of course placement.
• Prepares required reports for various internal and external requests.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Time management

Conflict resolution

Video conferencing

Verbal communication

Written communication

Diversity awareness

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

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 college-wide student advisement and supporting activities within an assigned guided pathway. Provides guidance to students regarding programs and services of the college, and participating in outreach and selection activities of students. Serves as a liaison for students on academic probation and suspension programs, advising students in course of study and necessary pre-requisites, and assessing transcripts for prospective and current students for the purpose of course placement. Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and possibly during holidays. This is a grant funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon grant funding.

What a day of a Student Development Advisor looks like:

• Guides assigned caseload of students with program selection, program planning, and enrollment information and assistance. Follows up with each student in the assigned caseload to identify and resolve any barriers to success.
• Completes an individualized Guided Pathway for each student in the assigned caseload, closely monitoring and actively supporting each student's progression toward degree or certificate completion.
• Utilizes advising specific technology, frameworks, and platforms to manage caseload. Assists students with utilizing a variety of communication and delivery formats.
• Advises students as to course of study, particular course offerings, necessary testing, and prerequisites, and in selecting a major or program. Assists in understanding educational, personal and occupational strengths and limitations.
• Participates in and manages all phases of an assigned project. Plans and oversees the preparations and dissemination of project communications. Produces related project reports, as needed.
• Counsels students regarding their adaptability to a college environment. Analyzes test results and identifies areas requiring further attention.
• Reviews transcripts of students for the purpose of course placement.
• Handles requests from parents and students regarding programs, transfers, and degrees. May conduct workshops with parents regarding College or program information requirements.
• Provides support to the new student orientation program. This may include assisting with planning, development, and presentation.
• Prepares required reports for various internal and external requests.
• 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
• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) within 30 days of employment
• Student success platforms
• Student development theories

Skilled in:

• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
• Managing and resolving conflict in a positive manner
• Using various video conference platforms

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
• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
• Work with individual students to develop multiple models of academic success
• Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness
• Travel to other campus locations
• Work in a variety of settings to deliver services to students without a decrease in performance

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Regular physical attendance required

Preferred, but not a must:

Skilled in:

• Bilingual communication

Work Environment and Physical Demand - Frequency:

• Reach and grasp objects - Hourly
• Use of video display terminal - Hourly
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills - Daily
• Communicate information verbally - Hourly
• Communicate information in writing - Hourly
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication - Hourly
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy - Hourly
• Work a fluctuating work schedule - Occasionally

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.

Wait, there is more!

• 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.

Application Deadline

This position will close on October 26, 2026 at 11:59pm