The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission public institution of higher education offering a high-quality affordable education for academic advancement workforce training career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. Were proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Schools Commission on Colleges we offer 300 associate degree and certificate programs to 75000 students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting retaining and motivating the best employees.
The Team
Some of the brightest minds in academics and business are choosing HCC as their teaching home. When you join our talented faculty team youll play a special role as teacher mentor and academic advisor. Well support you in your professional development as you contribute your knowledge and expertise to HCC our students and the community.
The Opportunity
You: Innovator. Pacesetter. Agent of change. If youre a tech savvy process improvement-focused Student Champion with a talent for developing partnerships with communities and individuals were looking for you.
Highlights: We are currently seeking an exceptional individual who will advance the institutions proud tradition of excellence in academics student life and community service.
Next steps: If you always have the student experience in the forefront of your planning and execution if youre a collaborator an innovator and a person who gets things done apply today!
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.
If this sounds like the role for you and youre ready to join an amazing team please apply right away.
EDUCATION
Associates degree from an accredited college. Four (4) years of directly related experience may be substituted for degree requirements.
EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of relevant experience in admissions testing recruitment and retention counseling or other related student service activities.
Experience working with a diverse population.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to establish and maintain relationships with community agencies and social services to identify recruitment opportunities
Bilingual is an important PLUS
Willing to work flexible hours including week-ends and evenings
Ability to work on a team with diverse individuals
Must be a self-starter and problem solver
Possess ability to handle multiple tasks at once
Excellent time management skills required
Knowledge of the greater Houston area and familiarity with the service area school districts universities and colleges preferred
Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race color religion sex gender identity and expression national origin age disability sexual orientation or veterans status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Sandra B. Jacobson J.D. . SHRM-SCPInterim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX 77266
HCC values its employees and their contributions promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development and provides a positive working and learning environmentthat encourages involvement innovation and creativity.
Individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations to interview should contact .
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JOB SUMMARYProvides counseling services to assist students identify, mitigate and/or remove barriers that impede their ability to reach their...