Academic Counselor

Salary: $33,339.00 - $47,509.00 Annually

Location : Williamsburg County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 180270

Agency: Williamsburg Technical College

Opening Date: 09/12/2025

Class Code:: CB65

Position Number:: 021547

Normal Work Schedule:: Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Minimum of 37.5 work hours per week. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule.

Pay Grade: Band 4

Hiring Range - Min.: $33,339.00

Hiring Range - Max.: $47,509.00

Opening Date: 09/12/2025

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Qualified applicants meeting minimum requirements must apply online at Please complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education sections of the state application. A resume must also be submitted, but will substitute for the completed state application. Copies of transcripts and active nursing license must also be included to be considered. To claim Veterans Preference, all eligible persons must select their veteran status on the application and submit DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, upon request and prior to an interview. Those persons claiming veterans status without accompanying documentation (DD Form 214) shall not receive preference. "Veteran" means a person who served in any branch of the United States Armed Forces on active duty, for reasons other than training, and was discharged under honorable conditions. Williamsburg Technical College, 601 MLK Jr. Ave. Kingstree SC 29556 EOE/AA Position will remain open until filled.

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision of the Vice President of Student Affairs, the Student Services Program Coordinator I (Academic Counselor) provides admissions, career, and academic counseling to prospective and enrolled students. Processing of college admission applications. Responsible for academic advising and academic planning for newly admitted students. Assist as needed with student enrollment testing. Counsels, develops, and revises academic plans with students to ensure Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is being met through the review of grade point averages. Monitor students progress related to SAP and meet with students periodically to discuss academic goals. Assist Student Development Coordinator with the planning and coordination of student events and recruitment activities as needed.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor degree.

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor degree in an appropriate related field of study and one (1) years experience in higher education setting. Must be proficient in oral and written communication. Knowledge of advising and transcript analysis. Must be proficient in computer skills (i.e. MS Word, Power- point, Excel, etc.).

Additional Comments

Williamsburg Technical College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, or if an accommodation is needed to participate in the application process, please contact Sydney Roberts, Human Resources, at .

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.