Counseling Residential Faculty

Job Title: Counseling Residential Faculty Job ID: 322705 Location: GateWay Community College Employment Type: Full‑Time, Regular Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 30 hours per week. Days and hours may vary; evenings and weekends may be required. Work Calendar: 9 Months Salary Range: $51,774–$99,673 annually; DOE. Grade: 001 Benefits Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time 20 Paid Observed Holidays Company‑paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short‑Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer‑matching contributions Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents Annual Professional Development Funding Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs District‑Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight‑On‑Site Eye Care Services Pre‑Retirement Planning Events Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full‑time for an eligible employer) Job Summary GateWay Community College is hiring for the role of Residential Counseling Faculty. The position supports student success through comprehensive counseling services and instruction, providing personal, academic, career, and crisis counseling while teaching Counseling and Personal Development courses each semester. The faculty member contributes to campus and district committees, leads outreach initiatives, delivers workshops, classroom presentations, and supports student success programs. Additional responsibilities include administering and interpreting career assessments, supporting the development and evaluation of counseling interventions, and engaging in ongoing professional and faculty development activities. Essential Functions Teach FYE, CAP, and CPD courses; prepare syllabi, lesson plans, and instructional materials aligned with course competencies; provide instructional support and hold regular office hours. Deliver comprehensive counseling services through scheduled appointments and walk‑in availability, addressing personal, academic, and career concerns; provide crisis intervention and support, including leadership in emergency situations ranging from individual student crises to broader campus incidents; consult with faculty, staff, and administrators regarding student concerns, referrals, and appropriate interventions; communicate through in‑person, phone, virtual and email interactions while maintaining accurate and timely documentation. Develop and present workshops on counseling, academic success, and personal development topics; build and maintain partnerships with community agencies and external resources to support student needs. Participate in campus and district committees, special projects, program initiatives, curriculum development and faculty/staff development. Collaborate with counseling colleagues and campus teams to support a cohesive, student‑centered approach. Provide leadership in assigned programs and contribute to the administration and continuous improvement of Counseling Services, including oversight of designated functions and processes. Engage in faculty development activities, including orientation, evaluations, and ongoing professional growth in teaching, counseling, and consultation. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications A Master’s degree or higher with an emphasis in counseling, from a regionally accredited college or university, and have completed at least 24 semester / 36 quarter hours of graduate work including the following: Counseling Theories and Techniques; Personality Theories or Human Development; Testing Theories and Applications; Group Counseling Theories and Techniques; Career Counseling Theories and Resources; Individual Assessment; Practicum, supervised practice, or internship in counseling. Must have completed either a practicum, supervised practice, or an internship in counseling. A counselor may be hired if he/she has completed coursework in at least five of the first six areas and has the required 24 semester or 36 quarter hours of graduate work. Any deficiency in areas 1 through 6 must be removed within one year of hire; area seven must be completed before the date of hire. Must complete Springboard to Success training (Teaching and Learning in the Community College) during the first semester post‑hire. Desired Qualifications Experience teaching in a community college, university, or K‑12 setting. Experience as a counselor within a community college. Experience intervening with mental health crises to assess issues and facilitate community referrals. Experience with retention programs and services, preferably in a community college setting. Experience working with first generation students, diverse populations, or student success initiatives, programs, and/or services. 1 year full‑time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two years (internal candidates only). Special Working Conditions Will be required to travel or be assigned to all GateWay locations. Will require some evenings; may require some weekends. May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen. May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs. MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visa. How to Apply Applicants are required to submit unofficial transcripts, resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. If your master’s degree is not in the teaching field, then please list the 18 graduate semester hours completed in the teaching field in your application materials. MCCCD accepts unofficial transcripts for U.S. schools at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are submitted as an attachment to the application. Transcripts from non‑U.S. institutions must be translated and evaluated and provided with application material. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full‑Time or Part‑Time (must include number of hours worked or load). Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, and name of employer for each position held. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview. Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD’s policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posting Close Date: Open until filled; first review 05/14/2026. Applications received after the review date may not be screened. Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. 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