College and Career Transition Counselor

Job Summary

Provide advising services to ADM and Perry high school students to promote personal growth, academic and career planning, and decision making across school districts and at the college. Must be able to maintain a flexible work schedule with ability to work in high schools. This position will be at the high schools four days per week and at DMACC one day per week during the school year and then summers at DMACC.

Essential Functions

Travel to assigned high schools and collaborate and coordinate as part of the high school counseling team to advise students in college and career planning and support academic success and career exploration. Connect students and families with community and higher education resources to support success in school and facilitate planning for post-secondary education. Responsible for proactive communication and follow-up with students and high school staff. Utilize and track data on student outcomes for targeted groups of students.

Advise students in all phases of academic and career planning, including program and course information, scheduling, registration, transfer requirements, articulations with other educational institutions and graduation requirements. Advise, coordinate and refer students with specific learning needs regarding the identification and utilization of support services to assist in student success. May also assist with educational achievement plans.

Conduct recruitment, orientation and retention activities for high school and first year college students, visit high schools and business/industry, attend college fairs, schedule and conduct campus tours, and serve as a resource in the development of promotional materials to recruit and retain students.

Teach College Experience courses, Freshman Seminars and direct workshops for students. Assist with summer programs, college orientation sessions, and other recruitment or enrollment events.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.

Two years of experience in counseling, advising, recruitment, promotions, admissions or related experience in a secondary and/or postsecondary educational setting. (Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, Academic Advising, or related field can substitute for one year of experience).

Knowledge of current college educational and student services procedures and practices.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to prepare and deliver public presentations.

Ability to plan, organize and manage time.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from diverse backgrounds.

Knowledge of current software applications.

Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule.

Desired Qualifications

Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, Academic Advising, or related field.

Experience and commitment to working with diverse student populations including those with limited access to resources, those who are first in their families to attend college, or historically underrepresented.

Experience working with community colleges.

Experience working with high school populations and/or working in high schools.

Ability to speak a language in addition to English.

Physical Requirements

Constant:

• • Sit

Occasional:

• Lift Floor to Waist < 10 lbs
• Carry < 10 lbs x 100 ft
• Push/pull horizontal 10 lbs x 18 in
• Lateral Pinch
• Forward reach
• Crouch
• Neck Flexion, Extension & Rotation
• Fine Motor Coordination
• Hand & Foot Coordination
• Stand
• Ability to be Mobile

Mobility accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and determined by the essential functions of this position.

Physical Demand Category Light

Post offer, Pre-Employment Physical Test N/A

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, day hours.

Posting Date 08/30/2024

Deadline for Submitting Applications 09/15/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer and embraces diversity. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application. Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Quick Link for Postings https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/12080

Des Moines Area Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and we encourage members of underrepresented groups to apply with us. The College shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or, to the extent covered by law, veteran status. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in our hiring process, please let us know. You may call (515) 964-6301 or send us an e-mail at jobs@dmacc.edu.