Advisor

Job Summary Reporting directly to an Assistant Director of Advising, an Advisor will provide proactive, student-centered advising that supports student success, retention, and completion from a student’s first point of contact through graduation. This role plays a vital part in fostering belonging, confidence, and clarity for every student. Advisors are assigned to one of two complementary tracks: New Student Advising – focusing on onboarding and first-semester success. Student Success Advising – focusing on ongoing planning, goal setting, persistence, and completion. Both tracks are grounded in an equity-minded, holistic coaching approach that emphasizes proactive outreach, individualized support, and collaboration with faculty and campus partners to help students achieve their educational and career goals. Work schedule: at least two days per week, 10‑7 pm, with occasional weekends and the opportunity to work remotely occasionally. A strong on‑campus presence is required to meet with students, build a culture of support, and participate in college‑wide events and activities. Occasional travel to all three FRCC campuses for trainings and in‑services may be required. General Advisor Duties Proactive Advising and Outreach Provide proactive, student-centered advising through individual, group, and virtual appointments. Develop meaningful relationships with students to foster belonging, confidence, and academic self-efficacy. Engage in regular outreach at key academic milestones and in response to early alerts and other performance indicators. Practice culturally responsive and equity-minded advising that honors and affirms students’ diverse backgrounds. Help students identify and overcome barriers to success by connecting them with appropriate campus and community resources. Maintain detailed and accurate advising notes and student records in systems such as Navigate360 and Banner. Guide students in exploring and confirming their academic and career goals, understanding degree and certificate requirements, and developing academic plans. Provide support in course selection, registration, and schedule adjustments that align with program requirements and student goals. Educate students on academic policies, procedures, transfer pathways, and available resources. Utilize early alert systems, degree audits, and analytics to monitor academic progress and implement timely interventions. Collaborate with faculty and staff to identify at-risk students and support persistence and completion strategies. Collaboration and Outreach Collaborate with faculty and campus partners, including student services, financial aid, and student success programs, to provide coordinated support. Stay current with institutional curriculum changes, transfer agreements, and academic policies. Participate in assessment and continuous improvement efforts to enhance advising effectiveness and the student experience. Represent Academic Advising at campus events, onboarding programs, and student success initiatives. Administration & Professional Development Participate in departmental and college-wide initiatives aimed at improving the new student experience and persistence. Partner with faculty, Enrollment Services, and Student Success teams to support shared outcomes. Participate in regular training on advising technologies, including Navigate360, Banner, Degree Audit, and related systems. Engage in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge of proactive advising models, equity-minded practices, coaching strategies, and student development theory. Attend college-wide and departmental meetings, workshops, and conferences to stay informed of updates and share best practices. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by reflecting on advising effectiveness, participating in assessment efforts, and incorporating feedback into advising practices. Complementary Track Duties New Student Advising Serve as the first advising connection for new, transfer, and returning students, setting a welcoming and supportive tone for their academic journey. Assist students in understanding college expectations, confirming program intent, and registering for their first semester. Introduce students to the advising structure, including timelines for future advising and registration support. Facilitate group advising sessions and present at New Student Orientation to build community and confidence. Use Navigate360 and related tools to track onboarding milestones and ensure a smooth transition to an assigned Student Success Advisor. Collaborate closely with Admissions, Orientation, and other campus partners to support recruitment, onboarding, and enrollment events. Student Success Advising Manage a caseload of students within a designated Career and Academic Community (CAC) for ongoing academic and career advising. Conduct proactive outreach and regular check‑ins throughout the student journey, tailoring support based on individual performance and needs. Provide holistic student success coaching and advocacy to build academic confidence and resilience, promoting a sense of belonging. Monitor academic progress using degree audits, milestone tracking, and data analytics to keep students on track for graduation or transfer. Document interventions and outcomes, and follow‑up actions to ensure accountability for both student and advisor. Partner with faculty and staff to improve advising strategies, communication, and curricular understanding within the CAC. In collaboration with students, develop and maintain full academic plans aligned with career goals, transfer pathways, and degree requirements. Provide individualized academic and success coaching that helps students achieve academic and personal success. Competencies & KSAs Mission, Vision & Values – embraces the mission, vision and values of FRCC and understands the significance of the work that supports institutional goals. Student Centeredness – places the student at the core of work and adopts a philosophy that serving the student is the cornerstone. Data Usage – examines departmental data, considering its impact on student outcomes, and collaborates with supervisors to improve services. Cultural Self‑Awareness – acknowledges personal beliefs and biases to better serve students. Cultural Competence – seeks knowledge and adapts communication to support students from diverse backgrounds. Equity Mindedness – views operations through an equity lens, identifies inequities, and supports FRCC’s equity goals. Operational Planning – understands the college’s strategic plans and aligns work to support them. Leading from the Middle – generates ideas for departmental improvement and shares them with supervisors. Team Building – creates positive and collaborative relationships with colleagues across departments. Collaboration – works with peers to further student engagement. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. Experience engaging students, clients, and/or customers in a helping role. Proficiency in learning and utilizing technology such as Microsoft Suite, Banner, and EAB Navigate. Preferred Qualifications Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish. Additional Information / Benefits Salary Information The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum starting salary for the position. Starting salary will be based on a combination of the candidate’s education, training, and experience relative to the position’s requirements, scope, and complexity, internal pay equity, and external market value. Benefits Information For information about benefits for Administrative, Professional, and Technical Employees and Faculty, please consult the Front Range Community College Benefits page. #J-18808-Ljbffr Colorado Community College System (CCCS)