Educational Opportunity Fund Counselor/Retention Specialist

2 months ago


Paterson, United States Passaic County Community College Full time

We are seeking an Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Counselor/Retention Specialist who will report directly to the Assistant Dean of EOF or a designee. This person will be responsible for academic advisement, career, transfer, and financial aid counseling for all EOF students. The EOF Counselor/Retention Specialist will also design and implement retention initiatives for EOF students and monitor student compliance and program qualification status. All duties will be performed in accordance with the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE), the EOF regulations, and the college policies.

Example of Duties:

  • Assist with the recruitment of EOF students.
  • Advise EOF students on the selection of courses and academic programs.
  • Counsel individuals and groups of students related to career/life planning, transfer, and financial aid.
  • Provide students with information regarding referral sources to assist them with personal situations that are beyond the scope of EOF services.
  • Coordinate one or more of the specified EOF Program components (e.g., career development, transfer, and student leadership).
  • Maintain student records including, but not limited to, counseling contacts, notes, workshop attendance, transfer forms, graduation checklists, and funding request forms.
  • Plan and implement approved activities and workshops to promote student academic achievement and personal growth.
  • Monitor student academic progress.
  • Serve on college-wide and Academic Council committees to articulate the needs of EOF students and advocate on their behalf.
  • Serve on the EOF Program Advisory Board, if requested.
  • Design and implement initiatives aimed at retaining students with diverse needs (e.g., academic progress monitoring, support for students with disabilities, LGBT+ identities, and in Men of Color Success Initiative).
  • Develop a pathway for graduating PCCC EOF students to access professional preparation programs at four-year colleges and universities.
  • Monitor the ever-changing compliance status of students.
  • Perform related duties as assigned by the EOF Assistant Dean or designee.
Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Counseling, Higher Education, or a related discipline required.
  • Prior experience on special projects for disadvantaged students in a counseling capacity.
  • Knowledge of computer software (e.g., the Microsoft suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, OneNote).
  • Ability to work with educationally underprepared multicultural students in person and remotely.
  • Ability to professionally communicate with students, staff, and other college and community stakeholders.
  • Ability to coordinate student support services with other college personnel.

The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate.

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