Education Advisor, Categorically Funded

Antelope Valley College

Education Advisor, Categorically Funded

Salary: $5,411.63 Monthly

Deadline: 8/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Under the supervision of an assigned director, perform duties in support of the academic counseling office, with primary assignment in the Disabled Student Services and CalWORKs offices; performs other related duties as may be assigned.

(E = indicates essential duties of the position)

• Assists students with the development of individual educational plans including and career goals general education, major, transfer and college requirements. (E)
• Verifies and approves course selections by students which are best suited to their college majors or transfer requirements in correlation with assessment scores or by prescription of the counselor. (E)
• Provides guidance information related to college rules and regulations, policies and procedures; assists students in the enrollment application process; provides preliminary transcript assessment. (E)
• Provides articulation information to students; provide information regarding state college and universities, university system campuses and private institutions. (E)
• Participates with initial intake of students; reviews verification; and discusses services available based upon particular disabilities.
• Conducts telephone follow-up calls for "at-risk" students. (E)
• Reviews and prepares files, transcripts, correspondence and reports.
• Sets up and maintains electronic database, files, and documentation. (E)
• Plans and implements a variety of workshops on topics associated with student success and career planning. (E)
• Collaborates with college support services including Counseling, Admission & Records, Financial Aid, Disabled Student Services, STAR, and EOP&S to maximize resources and services to students. (E)
• Conducts a variety of outreach activities including college tours; presents presentations regarding programs and services; develops community relationships; develops flyers, newsletters and brochures; and develops email messages. (E)
• Coordinates program efforts and educational options with appropriate organizations, including ACS State and Local Solutions, the Department of Social Services, and Career Options. (E)
• Provides work direction to student workers.
• Provides test proctoring.
• Attends committee, staff, and counseling meetings and workshops.
• Performs a variety of general clerical duties and responsibilities.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

Any combination equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, business or a related field and two years of experience working with students in an academic environment.

This is a categorically funded position; continued employment is contingent upon continued receipt of funding.

• Principles and practices of academic advising
• Principles and techniques of student interviewing
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
• College and community resources to assist students
• Articulation information regarding state colleges, universities and private institutions

• Interpret and apply articulation requirements of state colleges and universities, the California university system and private institutions.
• Learn and interpret community college curriculum, placement procedures, course prerequisites and general education requirements.
• Assess student needs and make appropriate referrals.
• Perform a variety of responsible work involving independent decision-making.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Provides work direction to student workers.