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Academic and Career Advisor

Harford Community College • Bel Air, MD • 1w ago

Position Information

Position Title Academic and Career Advisor

Posting Category Part-Time Staff

Starting Hourly Rate Range $27.55-$35.82

Faculty Position (if applicable)

About Harford Community College

Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website (https://www.harford.edu/about/get-to-know-harford/index.php) .

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Benefits

Benefits include:

Eligible to earn paid Sick and Safe leave. Required participation in Maryland State Retirement Pension. Eligible to participate in two optional retirement plans (403b & 457b).

Job Description

The Part-Time Academic and Career Advisor provides academic advising, career discernment, and transfer planning to credit students across all academic majors using a case management model that supports persistence, progression, and goal attainment.

This position advises students in both in-person and virtual settings; uses student success platforms to track progress, document interactions, issue early alerts, and conduct proactive outreach. The Academic and Career Advisor assists students with major selection, interpreting placement test scores, academic, career, and transfer planning using current online and articulation resources. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate student records, staying abreast of all degree and curriculum changes, presenting at advising, transfer and career related events, participating in college committees, and collaborating on campus-wide initiatives.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Required Education

Master's degree

Required Experience

Three years of related academic advising and/or career counseling experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of academic advising principles, student development theory, and holistic advising practices.

Knowledge of FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) and student privacy regulations.

Ability to use student information systems and advising/case management technologies.

Strong advising and counseling skills, including active listening, goal setting, and academic planning.

Effective oral and written communication skills with diverse populations.

Ability to explain complex academic policies and requirements in a clear and supportive manner.

Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage a high-volume student caseload.

Ability to work effectively with students from diverse academic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

Background in psychology, counseling, human development, higher education or related field.

Experience with career exploration tools, transfer planning, and articulation agreements.

Proficiency with student information systems, advising platforms, and data tracking tools.

Community college experience

Hours per Week 20

General Weekly Work Schedule

Week days 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM - final schedule determined by supervisor.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2026-025PTS

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Date

Close Date 09/14/2026

Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

*Are you currently a resident of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia, OR are you willing to relocate?

Yes

*Do you have at least three years of professional experience providing academic advising in a college setting?

Yes

*Do you have knowledge of FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) and student privacy regulations?

Yes

*What is your highest level of education completed?

High school or GED

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Doctorate

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Transcript- Master's

Optional Documents

Letter of Recommendation

401 Thomas Run Road

Bel Air, Maryland 21015

443-412-2310 | HumanResources@harford.edu

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