Student Success Advisor & Career Coach

McLennan Community College; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

McLennan Community College is seeking an Advising Specialist to support student success by providing academic advising, educational planning, and career guidance. The role involves helping students navigate academic pathways, connect with campus resources, and create informed plans for degree completion and transfer opportunities.

The position emphasizes student engagement, retention, and completion through proactive support and student-centered services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• More than two years of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising, educational planning, and career guidance to help students achieve educational and professional goals.
• Assist students in navigating academic pathways and connecting with campus resources.
• Develop informed plans for degree completion and transfer opportunities.
• Promote student engagement, retention, and completion through proactive support and student-centered services.

Skills

Student development theories

Academic advising principles

Career coaching strategies

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Active listening

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

2+ years experience

Tools

Student information systems

Educational technologies

Job description

McLennan Community College is seeking an Advising Specialist to support student success by providing academic advising, educational planning, and career guidance. The role involves helping students navigate academic pathways, connect with campus resources, and create informed plans for degree completion and transfer opportunities.

The position emphasizes student engagement, retention, and completion through proactive support and student-centered services.