Counselor, Veteran Academics and Retention

Community College of Baltimore County   Essex, MD   Full-time     Education
Posted on April 15, 2024
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The purpose of this class is to assist Veterans and Military connected students with academic requirements and course selection. Disseminating information on CCBC policies and procedures to faculty, parents, and students.

Compensation within the posted range is determined by a candidate's education level and/or years of experience in the field. Generally, employees are hired in the lower third of the scale.

For Best Consideration Please Apply By: April 25,2024

Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree and honorably discharged Veteran preferred. Five years' higher education experience required, preferably in a community college setting. Prior experience assisting new students transition into a college setting required, academic advising experience preferred.
  1. Serve as primary point of contact for transition and support services for prospective and current military affiliated students.
  2. Monitor and document military and veteran students' academic progress toward academic success, transfer and graduation.
  3. Advise veteran/military-connected students about academic requirements and selection of courses.
  4. Disseminate information on CCBC policies and procedures to faculty, parents, students, etc.; specifically maintain a working knowledge of FERPA, COMAR and MHEC regulations.
  5. Evaluate and determine transfer credits; research course descriptions to determine transferability.
  6. Compare transcripts with entrance and graduation requirements, and advise students on appropriate actions.
  7. Remain current on of veterans' affairs, DoD TA program, VA GI Bill, and MyCAA program.
  8. Assist in the preparation of special reports, as required.
  9. Maintain student records and files.
  10. Conduct workshops and presentations, as required.
  11. Monitor compliance with College and Veterans policies and procedures.
Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.
  1. Assist new and returning veteran/military connected students in planning and implementing their educational goals by providing comprehensive academic and transfer advisement services.
  2. Support the successful transition of veteran/military connected students into the college environment.
  3. Work with other staff members in the development, implementation and evaluation of new veteran/military connected initiatives.
  4. Assist veteran/military connected students on academic probation in developing strategies for success.
  5. Serve on campus and college-wide committees.
  6. Conduct college-wide outreach to promote veteran/military connected student engagement and retention.
Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.

Community College of Baltimore County

Essex , MD