Academic Advisor

Opportunity Description

Seattle Central College is looking to hire two Academic Advisors (Program Specialist) for the Academic Advising Office.

$61,512 to $80,820 annually (depending on experience).

This Program Specialist III is a full-time, classified position in Advising, Transfer, and Running Start at Seattle Central College. The position reports to the Director of Advising, Transfer, and Running Start and is responsible for providing enrollment, retention, and completion assistance, and transfer exploration to students attending Seattle Central College. Additionally, the incumbent is expected to independently assist students with a range of academic and/or career advising needs, as well as lead departmental efforts in the new student orientation process.

The Program Specialist III position will provide support to the Advising and Transfer Center and Running Start. The role will have liaison and content expert responsibilities for one or more of our Academic Division offices.

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by WFSE.

Opportunity is open until filled, first review of materials will begin January 19th, 2026.

We are a district of three distinct colleges—North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College—and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington; we are leaders in change and innovation.

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.

• Competitive Pay Rates
• Promotional Opportunities
• Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
• Transportation benefits
• Tuition Waivers
• PEBB Wellness Plan
• Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

• Attached current Resume
• Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online.

Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. If you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Seattle Colleges is unable to extend post-completion optional practical training (OPT) to F‑1 students who receive STEM degrees.

• Provide academic/transfer advising and career exploration for students in both individual and group settings; advise students on a variety of topics related to their educational and professional goals.
• Assist students with the development of short- and long-range education plans, tracking academic progress and referring to instructional and student services departments as necessary.
• Provide supportive intervention and outreach to students; make appropriate referrals to college resources or community agencies for personal counseling, academic probation, or related issues.
• Approve students adding or dropping of classes within established college and program enrollment policies; assist with obtaining permission to enroll in classes and reviewing prerequisite requirements with students.
• Coordinate and conduct new student orientation sessions, registration, and information sessions for students while proactively supporting program planning, evaluation, and troubleshooting.
• Assess program and departmental outcomes data and contribute feedback to advance program goals.
• Support program and departmental leadership in presentation and…