Dual Credit​/College and Career Counselor

Location

2200 W. University Drive, McKinney, Texas, 75071

We are searching for candidates that meet the required qualifications and experience and are able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Provide onsite resources for college bound students and those weighing college and career options. Provide career counseling resources for high school students and create a bridge for the transition between high school and first time in college. Collaborate with ISD partners to improve college and career readiness and serve as liaisons to dual credit enrollment and student services.

Bachelor's degree in counseling, education, social science, or related field from an accredited institution, and two (2) years of related experience required. Master’s degree from an accredited institution preferred.

Preferred experience in a career center, academic advising, or student development/affairs setting that involved academic and career counseling and demonstrated knowledge of career counseling through the utilization of computerized assessments.

Licenses and

Certifications:

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) preferred.

This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

• Develop and deliver college academic counseling and career guidance to students on their high school campus.
• Work with students to help develop the capacity for career self-evaluation, including researching and administering various tools for assessment of interests, values, aptitudes and skills.
• Educate students and parents about colleges, the college admissions process, trends, procedures, testing and advising.
• Provide college and career counseling and guidance as needed, including appropriate referrals to other college and community resources.
• Assist with college-search and application coaching.
• Develop and deliver on-site presentations as requested by schools and community organizations.
• Advise potential and current students within the dual credit population, regarding program planning, course selection, schedule changes, transferability, and course withdrawals, as may be assigned.
• Advise academically at-risk students regarding continuation in dual credit programs and other college resources by which they can develop the academic skills required to successfully complete college-level work.
• Research degree plans, advise on transfer guides to university partnerships, advise students on Collin College policies, student handbook rules and procedures, and best practices.
• Research and maintain current information regarding labor market trends and the occupational outlook for a wide range of careers.
• Prepare reports and track key assessment data regarding results and outcomes. Compare outcomes over time and by program. Establish and maintain tracking and reporting processes. Must be able to assess current operations and provide evaluative feedback in an effort to improve student outcomes to meet strategic goals of the College District.
• Participate in vision and strategic planning, and goal setting of the college.
• Establish rapport and develop positive working relationships with the personnel at local institutions in order to facilitate implementation of college-related programming. Serve as liaison between high school counselors and administrative staff, and Collin College.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records (in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act), organizational plans and personnel actions.
• Must have reliable transportation as extensive travel is required throughout Collin and Rockwall county.

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties to maintain all standards in accordance with college policies procedures and core values.

• Knowledge of all various college departments and degree programs
• Knowledge of the assigned academic division
• Knowledge of Pre-requisite courses, grades and other requirements needed for applying to degree programs
• Knowledge of transfer requirements to a 4-year bridge program or other 4-year degree programs
• Knowledge of District rules, policies, and practices
• Knowledge of University Partners' transfer requirements
• Knowledge Collin College prerequisites
• Knowledge of transfer equivalencies
• Knowledge of possible degree options
• Must have highly effective interpersonal skills.
• Organizational skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to assist students with TSI testing, developmental education, Dual Credit, Probation/warning the admissions process, TWC, VA assistance, etc.
• Ability to offer some financial aid information
• Ability to explain to a student advantages and future importance of Honors courses
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently or…