Academic Advisor at Community College of Aurora Aurora, CO
Carlsbad Tech, Aurora, CO, United States
Position Summary
The Community College of Aurora (CCA) is a dynamic institution that serves a diverse student population with a commitment to equity and inclusion. As a guided pathways college, CCA supports students from first contact through to degree completion. Academic Advisors are caring, enthusiastic, and collaborative staff who work with faculty and student affairs to develop individualized academic success plans that encourage growth and foster a supportive educational environment.
Responsibilities
Assess academic needs and career goals of assigned Guided Pathways students.
Help students choose and enter a pathway.
Advise new and continuing students regarding completion of a credential and/or transferability of degree programs.
Provide proactive, case management advising for new degree‑seeking students.
Monitor student academic progress toward a credential and intervene as needed.
Utilize resources and methods to promote student retention.
Act as a Guided Pathways liaison with academic departments.
Establish relationships with faculty within assigned Guided Pathway.
Develop relationships with transfer representatives at top transfer institutions for CCA students.
Connect with transfer institutions for assigned Guided Pathway and stay updated on degree information and transfer requirements.
Help current students persist by assisting them in navigating their Academic Course Map, providing transfer information, and making campus and community referrals as needed.
Engage in basic career planning conversations with students, including matching career interests to courses/programs of study.
Provide basic financial aid advising including financial literacy, debt, and default management information.
Participate in Guided Pathways events and other activities that promote and build Guided Pathways communities.
Participate in Early Alert and other proactive student performance support services.
Maintain knowledge of the curricula for CCA degrees, certificates, courses, and issues relevant to transferring to Colorado four‑year institutions, and for career preparation.
Maintain current knowledge of CCA policies and procedures for admissions, enrollment, and completing a program of study.
Utilize available reporting, tracking, assessment, and communication technologies (specifically EAB Navigate, Degree Works, SARS, and occasionally Recruit) to implement proactive advising strategies.
Participate in all advising trainings to become and remain skilled in academic advising, intrusive interventions, career advising, and financial aid advising.
Participate in new student orientation, degree check fairs, Connect2CCA, and other events that promote the college and support student success, including at night and on weekends.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Graduation from a regionally accredited college/university with a Bachelor’s degree.
Experience in student affairs (e.g., advising, financial aid, career services), preferably in advising.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ability to work with a diverse college community and student population.
A student‑centered focus, experience with student development, and the ability to view students from an asset mindset.
Commitment to continuous quality improvement, ongoing professional development, and resilience in a dynamic changing work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual.
Academic advising experience.
Experience working with students in a community college setting.
Experience with Banner, EAB Navigate, TES, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Salary & Benefits
Salary Range: $51,732 annually. CCA offers a comprehensive benefits plan including generous leave, holiday, and educational benefits.
Job Type
Full‑Time
Location
16000 East CentreTech Parkway, Aurora, CO 80011
Equal Opportunity Statement
Community College of Aurora is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. The institution prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for a wide range of protected characteristics.
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The Community College of Aurora (CCA) is a dynamic institution that serves a diverse student population with a commitment to equity and inclusion. As a guided pathways college, CCA supports students from first contact through to degree completion. Academic Advisors are caring, enthusiastic, and collaborative staff who work with faculty and student affairs to develop individualized academic success plans that encourage growth and foster a supportive educational environment.
Responsibilities
Assess academic needs and career goals of assigned Guided Pathways students.
Help students choose and enter a pathway.
Advise new and continuing students regarding completion of a credential and/or transferability of degree programs.
Provide proactive, case management advising for new degree‑seeking students.
Monitor student academic progress toward a credential and intervene as needed.
Utilize resources and methods to promote student retention.
Act as a Guided Pathways liaison with academic departments.
Establish relationships with faculty within assigned Guided Pathway.
Develop relationships with transfer representatives at top transfer institutions for CCA students.
Connect with transfer institutions for assigned Guided Pathway and stay updated on degree information and transfer requirements.
Help current students persist by assisting them in navigating their Academic Course Map, providing transfer information, and making campus and community referrals as needed.
Engage in basic career planning conversations with students, including matching career interests to courses/programs of study.
Provide basic financial aid advising including financial literacy, debt, and default management information.
Participate in Guided Pathways events and other activities that promote and build Guided Pathways communities.
Participate in Early Alert and other proactive student performance support services.
Maintain knowledge of the curricula for CCA degrees, certificates, courses, and issues relevant to transferring to Colorado four‑year institutions, and for career preparation.
Maintain current knowledge of CCA policies and procedures for admissions, enrollment, and completing a program of study.
Utilize available reporting, tracking, assessment, and communication technologies (specifically EAB Navigate, Degree Works, SARS, and occasionally Recruit) to implement proactive advising strategies.
Participate in all advising trainings to become and remain skilled in academic advising, intrusive interventions, career advising, and financial aid advising.
Participate in new student orientation, degree check fairs, Connect2CCA, and other events that promote the college and support student success, including at night and on weekends.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Graduation from a regionally accredited college/university with a Bachelor’s degree.
Experience in student affairs (e.g., advising, financial aid, career services), preferably in advising.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ability to work with a diverse college community and student population.
A student‑centered focus, experience with student development, and the ability to view students from an asset mindset.
Commitment to continuous quality improvement, ongoing professional development, and resilience in a dynamic changing work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual.
Academic advising experience.
Experience working with students in a community college setting.
Experience with Banner, EAB Navigate, TES, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Salary & Benefits
Salary Range: $51,732 annually. CCA offers a comprehensive benefits plan including generous leave, holiday, and educational benefits.
Job Type
Full‑Time
Location
16000 East CentreTech Parkway, Aurora, CO 80011
Equal Opportunity Statement
Community College of Aurora is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. The institution prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for a wide range of protected characteristics.
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