Academic Support Counselor Job Opening

Vermont Technical college offers a wide range of associate, baccalaureate, and master's degree programs in such areas as engineering technology, computer sciences, nursing and allied health, agriculture, business, professional studies, using face-to-face, online, and interactive videoconferencing technologies at multiple campuses and sites state-wide.

In addition, the College delivers numerous certificate programs to students and customized training programs for employers. The College prides itself on the quality of the education experience provided to students and their success after graduation.

Our Mission:

Vermont Tech provides career-focused, technical, and specialized education in a caring community which prepares students for immediate workplace success and continued learning.

Job Description:

To provide counseling, academic monitoring and advising, and other supplemental support for VTC students who are academically at risk.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide a wide range of counseling and academic monitoring for students not fulfilling program expectations.
• Advise students in academic jeopardy (including study strategies).
• Recruit, train, and supervise a Peer Mentor Program.
• Assist students in identifying, and provide appropriate.
• Confer regularly with the Director of Center for Academic Success (CAS) other CAS staff to exchange information, make referrals, investigate and resolve problems.
• Maintain appropriate records of participants' progress and achievements.
• Develop and maintain tracking and reporting systems for Trio and other grant requirements.
• Participate on councils and committees as service to the College.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree, Master's degree preferred, in counseling, psychology or student personal services, plus two years of relevant, experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

• Familiarity with operation of student support service programs.
• Demonstrated experience with and sensitivity to college students, particularly the economically and educationally disadvantaged, particularly from rural environments.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with developmental education, academic and personal needs assessment and evaluation.
• Ability to deal effectively with other college personnel as well as parents and service providers in carrying out the various coordinating, liaison and advocacy aspects of the job.
• Experience with academic counseling.
• Valid Vermont driver's license.

Additional Information:

Applications will be accepted until positions are filled or by date specified. However, applications received after the initial screening will be considered at the discretion of the College.

Vermont Tech strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under-represented backgrounds. Vermont Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of the Vermont State Colleges system. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.

NOTE: This job is subject to a fingerprint-supported criminal background check. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of these checks.

VSCUP-PAT bargaining unit Grade: 11 FLSA: Exempt Full-time 37.5hrs/week, 10 months; Partially grant-funded position

Application Instructions:

Applicants interested in applying MUST submit the following documents via online:

Cover Letter
Resume
Reference List

All applications must be submitted via this online process. We regret we are unable to accept applications or resumes submitted via mail, email, or fax. Please follow the instructions to complete the job application. In addition to the application you may upload a resume/CV, cover letter, and any other supporting materials. For best results all uploaded documents should be in PDF format.

As you are submitting your application via this online process, please assure you provide an accurate email address. You will then receive an acknowledgment indicating your application materials have been received.

Should you experience difficulty with the application process, please click on the Contact our Help Desk link and a technical representative will respond to your request.