Temporary Academic and Workforce Success Advisor

Temporary - Academic and Workforce Success Advisor (F/T*)

The Academic and Workforce Success Advisor supports adult learners, transfer students, and EPIC Scholars in the Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) program. This position combines recruitment, academic advising, career coaching, and workforce engagement to ensure student success from recruitment through graduation and beyond.

This position is on-campus, with some evening and weekend work required. Some travel in SC may be required.

* The candidate filling this position may be eligible for healthcare benefits.

• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, workforce development, or related field
• at least three years of experience in academic advising, career services, adult learning, or workforce development
• knowledge of student development theories, advising practices, and workforce/career readiness trends
• strong communication, interpersonal, and project management skills

• Master’s degree in higher education, counseling, or related field
• experience working with adult learners, transfer students, or nontraditional populations
• familiarity with Salesforce, Banner, Degree Works, Handshake, Linked In, and D2L
• experience teaching workshops and/or facilitating group learning

• understanding of adult learning principles and student development among diverse learner populations
• ability to deliver academic advising in one-on-one and group settings (in-person and online)
• understanding and compliance with FERPA requirements
• strong career counseling skills, including resume/Linked In development, interview prep, and job search strategies
• understanding of recruitment strategies for transfer and adult learners
• competence in data-informed decision-making and use of admissions/advising/career technology

Academic Advising & Student Support

• provide proactive advising for BPS majors, departmental minors, and certificate students
• utilize appropriate advising methods based on the individual student’s needs
• support students in selecting concentrations, minors, and certificates
• develop academic progression plans, and teach students how to register for courses
• assist with onboarding, orientation, and transition support for adult learners and transfer students
• monitor student progress, provide outreach to at‑risk students, and connect learners with academic and personal support resources

Admissions & Program Recruitment

• identify and advise prospective students
• represent the program at transfer fairs, career events, and community outreach activities
• conduct information sessions and prospective student appointments for the purposes of program recruitment
• utilize Salesforce to manage prospective student communication, recruitment, and yield strategies
• provide unofficial transcript evaluations for prospective students to utilize in their decision‑making process

Career Development & Workforce Readiness

• provide individual career advising, including career exploration, graduate/professional school planning, and job search strategies for BPS students
• conduct individual interview coaching, resume review, and Linked In evaluations
• facilitate workshops using tools such as Design Thinking and career assessment instruments
• develop career resources, handouts, and online tools tailored to adult learners and transfer students
• offer recommendations to the CPE team based on the latest data and trends in workforce readiness

Assessment & Reporting

• document advising and career coaching sessions using institutional systems
• track student outcomes and contribute to departmental reporting and continuous improvement
• use data to inform programming and identify trends in student needs and workforce readiness
• assist in the development and implementation of the departmental strategic plan

• Hours per week: 37.5
• Pay rate: $50,000.00

• Health/Dental/Vision –
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Retirement
• Free CARTA Bus Service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.