Career & Academic Advisor

Overview

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is seeking a Career and Academic Advisor to support the success of our diverse student population through our AAS and transfer programs. In this role, you will provide comprehensive guidance to both current and prospective students, helping them navigate their educational journey and align their academic goals with career aspirations.

• Assist students with educational program planning, career exploration, and transfer planning to ensure alignment with long-term career and educational objectives.
• Offer personalized advice on course selection, degree requirements, and pathways to career success.
• Provide short-term intervention and support to address academic challenges and connect students with appropriate community resources when necessary.
• Facilitate career development opportunities through workshops and one-on-one sessions, helping students explore potential career paths and job market trends.
• Manage a caseload of students advising them on a variety of issues related to assigned academic area(s), determining student eligibility for services and admissions while ensuring alignment with overall College goals.
• Monitor program participation, evaluate program performance, and recommend program improvements.
• Coordinate department functions and/or services, which may include counseling students on coursework.
• Develop and present workshops regarding academics and student services.
• Arrange logistics related to travel, housing or activities for prospective students and parents.
• Locate social services or academic resources for students as requested.
• Prepare, review, and submit a variety of operational and student records, reports, and related documents and information.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

• Required Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in counseling, education, human services, social work or related field.
• Preferred Education/Experience/
  
  Skills:
  
  Master’s degree in counseling, education, human services, social work or related field; related human services experience.
• Other
  
  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  
  Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite software; ability to use electronic advising tools, academic and career tools; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to develop and deliver presentations.

• Department: Advising - North
• Work Hours: 8a – 5p M-F
• Posting Date: 06/26/2026
• Closing Date: 08/02/2026
• Open Until Filled: No

• Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Transcript 1
• Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Other Document
  • Transcript 2
  • Misc

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation,
Contact Human Resources Department
.