Compensation$43,070.00 Annual
Job Description SummaryThe Health Sciences Advisement Office at Santa Fe College provides career guidance and academic advisement to students interested in the Nursing, Dental and Allied Health professions, offering associate in science degrees, vocational certificates, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing completion degree.The Advising Specialist in Health Sciences is responsible for providing direction, information, personal attention, care, and support to students in the development of their academic and career goals, including the path to applying to one of SF's limited enrollment healthcare programs. Additionally, the Advising Specialist is an outgoing, enthusiastic, and energetic individual who conducts recruitment, advising, and student/graduate tracking for Health Sciences. The Advising Specialist also works closely with the Health Sciences Academic Chairs and the Director of Health Sciences to plan and implement recruitment opportunities.
Job DescriptionResponsibilities and Duties Include: - Assists in all advisement efforts, including pre-requisite and program course academic advisement, using various modes of communication, embracing progressive advisement and student success in a technology rich environment.
- Tracks student progress through their program of study, providing guidance and assistance as needed.
- Interprets and explains requirements for vocational certificates, terminal degrees, and transfer degrees.
- Responds to student inquires and requests for information via phone, email, zoom, social media, etc.
- Participates in recruitment and marketing events.
- Assists the Director with maintenance and distribution of recruitment materials (fliers, website, etc.)
- Speaks to small and large groups of potential students and their parents, explaining programs, career opportunities, educational and career lattices, and employment potential.
- Processes and evaluates application and admissions materials from potential students, responding appropriately, in a timely manner.
- Works with Academic Chairs and staff in Health Sciences to maintain accurate student records, strictly honoring the privacy and security of student records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal and college regulations,
- Maintains positive and close relationships with Academic Chairs in Health Sciences to ensure a smooth admissions process to limited enrollment programs, assist students with registration and enrollment issues, monitor student progress, provide accurate and timely data, and coordinate tours of the Health Sciences Programs (virtual and on campus).
- Completes reporting requirements for internal and external stakeholders.
- Networks with area schools and industry partners, creating mutually beneficial relationships for SF, the schools and local healthcare organizations.
- Collaborates with SF's Counseling Center, Career Resources Center, Office for Admissions, and other offices across campus.
- Serves on college committees as appropriate.
- Works as a positive and effective team member in a dynamic environment.
- Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.
- Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Reports to: Director, Health Sciences Recruitment, Admissions, and Retention
QUALIFICATIONSRequired: A bachelor's degree in education or a relevant field with two (2) years of experience in academic advisement, student affairs, student services, counseling, mentoring, or recruitment and/or a combination of education and experience equal to six (6) years.
Additional Requirements: A criminal background check will be conducted.
Preferred: Possess a demonstrated ability to inspire students to pursue a career in one of the high-demand healthcare programs offered by Santa Fe College; excellent customer service skills to interact with the public, educational, and healthcare industry partners, students, parents, faculty, and staff in a respectful and positive manner.
General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
- Adaptability to Change - able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment.
- Analytical Aptitude & Problem Solving - able to analyze information, problems, situations, practices and/or procedures, collect and interpret data, reason logically, establish facts, identify and define existing and potential issues, recognize the interrelationships among elements, draw valid conclusions, develop recommendations, as well as alternative courses of action, select appropriate course, follow up, and evaluate.
- Communication - able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job.
- Critical Thinking & Judgement - able to make well-reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information, considerations, and other factors.
- Customer Service - ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills.
- Ethics - able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions.
- Organization & Time Management - able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
- Problem Solving - proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions.
- Relationship Management - able to personally provide high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs.
- Results Orientation - proven ability to set and exceed established targets.
- Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.
- Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail.
- Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.
Application Process: All applicants must submit a completed online SF application, a letter of intent, an up-to-date resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial academic transcripts (if applicable) to be considered for this position. Unofficial transcripts are only accepted for review purposes, official transcripts are required prior to any offer of employment being made.
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