Academic​/Financial Aid Advisor FY

Academic/Financial Aid Advisor (FT)

Salary

Schedule:

Commensurate with education and experience according to E3 Schedule.

• Advise students concerning their academic plans, progress, and academic/career goals, to assist them in making personal education decisions and meeting graduation requirements.
• Report to the Director of Admissions and Records and interact extensively with students, requiring strong communication skills.
• Possess extensive knowledge of academic programs, policies, procedures, and student support services within the scope of responsibilities.
• Interpret student needs and provide individualized service and assistance while maintaining confidentiality.
• Provide individualized and group advising to help students understand core and departmental requirements, select appropriate courses, and navigate academic policies, procedures, and campus resources.
• Support students in identifying long‑term academic, career, and personal goals, and guide them in creating pathways that lead to timely graduation.
• Assist students in exploring academic programs while emphasizing institutional policies, degree requirements, and available support services.
• Develop clear academic plans that outline steps toward graduation, interpret university policies, and connect students with relevant campus offices.
• Maintain accurate and confidential advising records in accordance with FERPA regulations.
• Use institutional information systems, including Banner and degree audit tools, to track student progress and collaborate with the Registrar’s Office and departmental advisors.
• Ensure all student information is handled with the highest ethical and professional standards.
• Serve on departmental, college, and campus committees as assigned.
• Participate in recruitment and outreach activities such as commencement, road shows, dual‑advising events, campus visits, Junior Day, Senior Day, Community College Day, and open house programs.
• Provide online advising for current and prospective undergraduate students regarding program expectations and graduation requirements.
• Offer one‑on‑one advising to new, returning, transfer, and international students on course selection, major exploration, career planning, academic policies, and degree completion.
• Perform related duties as required or assigned.
• Uphold high moral and ethical standards in all interactions and responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Admission and Records, the Dean of Students, and the President.

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Great communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, especially with students.

• An understanding of and a commitment to the philosophy and mission of the Alabama Community College System.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a professional manner.
• Ability to cultivate and sustain relationships with diverse audiences.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and pay attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

WCCS is an equal opportunity employer and enrolled in E‑Verify. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

WCCS will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.