Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9,000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta, NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college and is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

 

Hudson Valley seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.

 

In order to be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not support Visas. Applicants must currently hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check.

 

 

Education (Minimum Requirements):

 

Masters Degree in Education or related field. Experience in counseling or advisement at a post-secondary level and previous experience with academic advising preferred. Demonstrated understanding of institutional policies and procedures as they affect student academic success; demonstrated ability to interact with students, faculty, and college staff. Strong counseling and communication skills required.

 

Nature and Scope of Duties

 

The Academic Advisement Services Coordinator reports to the Department Chair and/or their designee performs the following duties:

 

Provides academic advisement to students in all programs within the department(s).

 

Acquaints students with general education requirements, College regulations, services and opportunities.

 

Counsels students regarding the consequences of course withdrawal, insufficient progress, change of major, or withdrawal from the institution.

 

Assists students as they make decisions related to career, program/major, selection of courses and in evaluation or re-evaluation of progress toward established goals and educational plans.

 

Evaluates transfer credit in coordination with appropriate Department Chairperson and supports the chairperson with degree clearance, previously completed courses, and pre-requisites for students.

 

Acts as liaison with student services offices and as primary contact for the office of the Registrar, Financial Aid, Bursar and Admissions.

 

Manages the daily operations of advising services including but not limited to scheduling of student appointments, work-flow, technology, website, facilities issues, scheduled training and may represent the department needs on campus committees.

 

Maintains working knowledge of college services, policies, and procedures affecting the academic success of the student – and refers students as appropriate.

 

Performs all other duties as assigned.

 

This is a full-time 37.5-hour work week position with a salary $50.000.00.

 

Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance, Dental and Eye Insurance, Retirement, employee and employees spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. If youre employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans

 

To apply, please visit www.hvcc.edu/jobs and complete the online application before the close date of April 14, 2024.

 

Hudson Valley provides educational access to a diverse community of traditional and non-traditional learners in an environment that fosters lifelong learning and freedom of inquiry and expression. Hudson Valley values equity, inclusion, and dignity for all.

 

Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply.

 

Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.