Student Development Specialist - SOAR

Position: Student Development Specialist - SOAR: ASAP
Position Title Student Development Specialist - SOAR: ASAP Posting Category Full-Time Staff/Management Starting salary range $56,751-$73,777 Faculty Position (if applicable) About Harford Community College

Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges.

To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website.

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices.

HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, and 18 days of paid vacation. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b).

Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!

Job Description

This position will support the achievement of the College's vision of serving as a regional leader in education and workforce development, offering transformative programs that drive individual growth and shared prosperity. The Student Development Specialist for SOAR ASAP @ Harford provides comprehensive case-managed academic advising to promote retention and academic success to students within the CUNY ASAP replication program, with a focus on timely graduation.

This position serves as a conduit for students to access other academic support services, financial aid, and co-curricular activities to support their success. General responsibilities include but are not limited to, providing case-managed advising students in face-to-face and online environments; using computerized advising and career assessment tools; assisting students with navigating and understanding college; providing students with up-to-date and accurate information;

maintaining accurate student records and notes; contributing to the program's assessment and evaluation activities; and presenting at advising and career-related events. Other duties include serving on various committees and collaborating in campus events.

This is a full-time, exempt staff position.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position

Required Education

Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, human development, higher education or related field

Required Experience

Minimum of three years of related academic advising and/or career counseling experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

* Excellent computer skills and proficiency using MS Office programs, database software and proficiency with student information management systems

* A solid understanding of the of the unique concerns related to advising that exist within populations such as minoritized, marginalized, and neurodiverse students

* Demonstrated ability to use cross-generational outreach approaches and the ability to listen, question, reflect and analyze student concerns to assist in facilitating student success and goal completion

* Possession of a dynamic, professional demeanor with exceptional organization, written and oral communication skills

* Demonstrated history of managing multiple tasks with attention to detail

* Motivated/enthusiastic work style coupled with superior relationship-building skills using a proactive approach and professional demeanor

* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a broad range of internal and external constituents including new and continuing students, faculty, parents, transfer school partners, alumni and…