Academic Advisor, Advisement and Transfer - Advantage Program - Cape

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Advantage Program is a TRIO Student Support Services grant funded program dedicated to the holistic support of participants throughout their postsecondary journey.

The Academic Counselor provides academic advising, including non-clinical counseling to students on personal, career, and academic planning.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: * Conduct proactive advising services for program participants, assisting with course selection, registration, financial aid, academic counseling, transfer and career planning, and personal issues.

* Create an academic/graduation plan with each assigned advisee/participant.

* Regularly monitor and act upon the academic progress of participants; continually assess students' needs and assist students in accessing resources, such as tutoring assistance.

* Educate students on financial and economic literacy, including financial planning for postsecondary education.

* Coordinate transfer advising and activities for program participants, including trips to 4-year colleges.

* Participate in the identification and selection of students for the Student Support Services Program; conduct program intakes.

* Make referrals and maintain liaisons with other departments, staff, and faculty.

* Assist in developing and conducting follow-up studies to track student retention, transfers, and career choices, and prepare data for annual report.

* Maintain and update student confidential records.

* Participate in the planning and implementation of all matters pertaining to meeting program objectives, including program event planning.

* Serve on College committees, as assigned.

* Other duties, as assigned.

Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Master's degree in developmental education, education, counseling, student services, or a related field plus three (3) years of experience providing personal, transfer, academic, or career advising, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

* Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills.

* Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Extensive counseling background, preferably with low-income adults and marginalized communities.

* Experience advising community college students; prior work experience with TRiO/SSS programs desirable.

Equivalency Statement Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to upload a separate statement to define precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information: COMPENSATION: Full-time, grant-funded, MCCC Unit Position; Grade 5 - Academic Counselor with an anticipated annual salary range of $72,265 - $83,122.

Actual salary will be consistent with the MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Includes participation in a comprehensive employee benefits program including option for membership in the Massachusetts State Employees' Retirement System.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 12, 2026 Please visit our website at for information on Cape Cod Community College.

This appointment is subject to grant funding and the FY2026 budget appropriations.

Appointment subject to SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information), publicly accessible Massachusetts CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and national background checks.

The College cannot consider applicants who do not have the ability to work in the United States without assistance from the employer.

Cape Cod Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and College policies.

The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence.

Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action/Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Application Instructions: ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.

During the process you will be given an opportunity to upload required documents: a cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum requirements of the position and resume (failure to submit requested documents may result in disqualification). Please note that finalist candidates will be asked to provide three current professional letters of reference and transcripts.

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