Job Description
Salary: $39,907.00 - $53,220.00 Annually
Location : Main Campus - Toms River, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202300602
Division: Student Affairs
Department: Academic Advising
Opening Date: 09/06/2024
Closing Date: 10/4/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
The Position This position assists the Advising Management Team with the implementation of academic advising and career services to both traditional and e-learning students, and guides students toward graduation, transfer to a four-year institutions or entry into the workforce. This position also assists in College initiatives designed to increase retention and completion rates.
Classification: Non-Affiliated Administrator
Staff Duration: Full Time 12 months
What You Will Do 1. Advises and assists on-campus and e-learning students, both in-person and via virtual advising, in the selection of a degree program, course selection and registration, and successful completion of degree/program requirements.
2. Provides holistic advising for students, guiding students throughout their time at the College; assists students in exploring options, setting goals, and creating a plan to achieve desired outcomes; communicates proactively with students throughout all phases of the student experience.
3. Develops knowledge of and adheres to College policies and procedures that relate to degree requirements, courses, course selection, scheduling, pre-registration and registration, and college admission
4. Advises students transferring to four-year institutions, including educating students on the NJ Statewide Transfer Agreement, tools such as NJ Transfer, and the transfer process.
5. Maintains working knowledge of services offered by College personnel and departments, and assists students in fully utilizing all the resources available to them at the College.
6. Assists with the planning and execution of special events, such as Open House, Information Sessions and Transfer Activities.
7. Participates in group and individual advising for new students, including freshmen and students transferring to OCC.
8. Participates in NACADA events and other professional development opportunities which encourage continuous professional growth and development as an Advisor
9. Serves on campus committees as required
10. Performs other duties as assigned
The Successful Candidate Must Have 1. Bachelor's Degree
2. Two years of directly related experience in a student services, teaching or counseling area of an educational environment that required excellent interpersonal and student service skills
3. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite; ability to create standard documents and reports and well as prior database experience
4. Ability to meet flexible work schedule requirements that include evenings and weekend hours in accordance with departmental needs.
Even Better If You Have 1. Master's Degree
2. Two or more years of experience advising students at the college level
Ocean County College offers the following benefits to full-time Non-Affiliated Administrators:
Personal Time Off: OCC offers generous time off every fiscal year. Mid-year appointments will receive a prorated share of allotted time off.
Vacation: Twenty-five (25) Days
Sick: Thirteen (13) Days
Holidays: Fifteen (15) College Recognized Holidays
Pension Benefits: Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of eligible employees. Depending on the position and NJ State review, the participating pension will be the Alternate Benefit Program (ABP), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), or the Defined Contribution Plan (DCRP). For more information visit:
Health Benefits: Medical: OCC offers its employees several health insurance options through the NJ State Health Benefit Program as a local education employer. Coverage is effective after a 60-day wait period. All employees are required to contribute to the cost of their health benefits under Chapter 78, P.L. 2011. To view the cost of contribution calculator, plan coverage, and more information visit:
Dental: The College offers dental insurance through Horizon Dental with three plan options. All single coverage levels are at no cost to the employee.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Our generous flexible spending program allows you to deduct pre-tax dollars which can be used for co-pays, deductibles, dental, and dependent care.
Tuition Reimbursement/Waiver OCC offers tuition reimbursement to accredited credit and certificate programs, as well as OCC credit tuition waiver and non-credit course reimbursement for employees and their eligible dependents.
Ocean County College is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer. Go to: for more information.
Employee Assistance Program: OCC offers all employees to take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support. This is a free and completely confidential service where EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services.
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