Join our team!What We OfferAt Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.
About this roleResponsible for student advisement and organizing activities for post-secondary access and guidance to dual enrolled, early admission, prospective, and newly admitted students by facilitating enrollment and helping students achieve their educational goals. Provides academic pathways information, academic acceleration options, goal setting, career guidance, financial literacy, testing and referrals to help students. This position requires the ability to work a fluctuating schedule, including evenings, weekends, and possibly during holidays.
What a day of a Post Secondary Transition Advisor looks like:- Advises students as to course of study, course offerings, necessary testing, and prerequisites. Assists students in understanding educational, personal, and occupational strengths and limitations.
- Utilizes college and career exploration tools and individual coaching to build student confidence in their decision to attend college and pursue a specific field of interest.
- Coordinates and presents college transition workshops and assists with the planning and implementation of orientation for student outreach programs. Plans and implements program activities, and shared strategies for academic advising and enrollment services.
- Customizes the delivery of information to meet the needs of varying audiences and stakeholders, including high school students and staff, parents, local employers, and community organization partners.
- Educates prospective students on the benefits of college, builds awareness of college and career options and pathways, and fosters a college-going identity through individual and group interactions, as well as written communication.
- Tracks student progress by closely monitoring onboarding activity and registration data. Assists students with the course registration process, including required paperwork and online registration.
- Provides guidance to students and staff and answers questions regarding financial aid programs.
- Advises students in selecting a major or program. Assists in understanding educational, personal, and occupational strengths and limitations.
- Analyzes placement test results and identifies areas requiring further attention.
- Maintains current knowledge of field and profession. Travels to designated high schools, meetings, and professional association events outside of the College as needed.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
We'd love to hear from you if you have the following:Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree
- One year of related experience
Knowledge of:
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) within 30 days of employment
Skilled in:
- Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
- Managing and resolving conflict in a positive manner
- Utilizing various video conference platforms
Ability to:
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service
- Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
- Work with individual students to develop multiple models of academic success
- Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness
- Travel to other campus and off campus locations
- Work in a variety of settings to deliver services to students without a decrease in performance
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
- Regular physical attendance required
- Valid Florida driver's license
- Some periods throughout the year will require extended work hours including nights, weekends, and college closures
Preferred, but not required:Education and Experience:
- Master's degree
- Experience working with high school students or adults to provide academic and career advising
- Experience working with at-risk populations
Knowledge of:
- Issues influencing the academic potential of culturally and educationally diverse populations
- Student financial aid
Ability to:
Work Environment and Physical Demand:- Reach and grasp objects
- Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Stand for extended periods of time
- Use of video display terminal
- Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
- Communicate information orally and in writing
- Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
- Proofread and check documents for accuracy
- Operate a motor vehicle
This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.The minimum base pay for this position starts at $43,888.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate's education and experience.
Wait, there is more!- Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.
- Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
- Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
- Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
- Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.
READY TO APPLY? Here's your application preparation!Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:
- Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.
- Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.
- An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.
- The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.
Application DeadlineThis position is open until filled