Career & Academic Advisor

Position Summary

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.

• Assisting students with educational program planning, career exploration, and transfer planning to ensure alignment with long-term career and educational objectives.
• Offering personalized advice on course selection, degree requirements, and pathways to career success.
• Providing short-term intervention and support to address academic challenges and connecting students with appropriate community resources when necessary.
• Facilitating career development opportunities through workshops and one-on-one sessions, helping students explore potential career paths and job market trends.
• Managing 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.
• Monitoring program participation, evaluating program performance, and recommending program improvements.
• Coordinating department functions and/or services, which may include counseling students on coursework.
• Developing and presenting workshops regarding academics and student services.
• Arranging logistics related to travel, housing or activities for prospective students and parents.
• Locating social services or academic resources for students as requested.
• Preparing, reviewing, and submitting a variety of operational and student records, reports, and related documents and information.
• Performing other duties of a similar nature or level.

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, education, human services, social work or related field.

• Master’s degree in counseling, education, human services, social work or related field.
• Related human services experience.

• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Ability to use electronic advising tools, academic and career tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Develop and deliver presentations.