Academic/ Financial Aid Advisor (Reopened) FY 26

Academic/ Financial Aid Advisor (Reopened) FY 26

Salary

$45,220.00 - $62,710.00 Annually

Location

WCCS- Demopolis - 186 Fields of Dreams Drive, Gallion, AL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

08081

College/Division

WCCS-400050-Instructional Division Admin

Opening Date

06/24/2026

Closing Date

7/27/2026 11:59 PM Central

Campus Location

Wallace Community College Selma

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

Academic/Financial Aid Advisor (FT)

Salary Schedule: Commensurate with education and experience according to E3 Schedule.

Scope of Responsibilities:

Advise students concerning their academic plans, progress, and academic/career goals, in order to assist the students in making personal education decisions and meeting graduation requirements. This position reports to the Director of Admissions and Records. This position requires considerable contact with students and therefore requires extensive communication skills. Academic/Financial Aid Advisor is expected to possess extensive knowledge about academic programs, policies, procedures, and student support services within the scope of their responsibilities. They must be able to interpret student needs and provide individualized service and assistance while maintaining confidentiality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

In addition to adhering to the general guidelines as specified by the Faculty/Staff Handbook, Dean of Students, Director of Admission, President and Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, responsibilities include the following:

• Provide individualized and group advising to help students understand core and departmental requirements, select appropriate courses, and navigate academic policies, procedures, and campus resources.

• Support students in identifying long-term academic, career, and personal goals, and guide them in creating pathways that lead to timely graduation.

• Assist students in exploring academic programs while emphasizing institutional policies, degree requirements, and available support services.

• Develop clear academic plans that outline steps toward graduation, interpret university policies, and connect students with relevant campus offices.

• Maintain accurate and confidential advising records in accordance with FERPA regulations.

• Use institutional information systems including Banner and degree audit tools to track student progress and collaborate with the Registrar's Office and departmental advisors.

• Ensure all student information is handled with the highest ethical and professional standards.

• Serve on departmental, college, and campus committees as assigned.

• Participate in recruitment and outreach activities such as commencement, road shows, dual-advising events, campus visits, Junior Day, Senior Day, Community College Day, and open house programs.

• Provide online advising for current and prospective undergraduate students regarding program expectations and graduation requirements.

• Offer one-on-one advising to new, returning, transfer, and international students on course selection, major exploration, career planning, academic policies, and degree completion.

• Perform related duties as required or assigned.

• Uphold high moral and ethical standards in all interactions and responsibilities.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Admission and Records, the Dean of Students, and the President.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution,
• Excellent organizational skills,
• Great communication skills,
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, especially with students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An understanding of and a commitment to the philosophy and mission of the Alabama Community College System,
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a professional manner,
• Ability to cultivate and sustain relationships with diverse audiences.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work,
• Ability to work collaboratively,
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and pay attention to detail,
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

WCCS is an equal opportunity employer and enrolled in E-Verify. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. WCCS will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. WCCS reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Applications must be completed online using our online process. Human Resources' contact information is as follows:

Human Resources Department

Wallace Community College Selma

3000 Earl Goodwin Parkway

P. O. Box 2530

Selma, AL 36702-2530

Phone: (334) 876-9319, 876-9338

Fax: (334) 876-9334

Website: www.wccs.edu

A complete application package consists of:

• WCCS application,
• A resume,
• A copy of transcript(s) verifying required degree. Please print name as listed on transcript, if different from last name listed on application.
• Work experience verification in writingfrom your current and/or previous employer(s) confirming the required level of experience as stated in the "Required Qualifications" section. Verification should be printed on company letterhead and must include dates of employment, position title(s), and duties performed. A work verification from either your current or previous employer must be provided. Remember that the work experience verification completion is your responsibility.

Please Note: If you are applying for more than one position, please submit a separate, complete application. In the event the position is reposted, a new application packet must be submitted.

Application Deadline

All application information must be received by 12:00 P.M. on the closing date. Final applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will not be considered. A complete application package is the responsibility of the applicant.

Note:In accordance with Alabama Community College System policies and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

WCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is enrolled in E-Verify.

Sick Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teachers Retirement.

8 hours per month

(may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.

0-4 years 8 hours per month

5-9 years 10 hours per month

10-14 years 12 hours per month

15-19 years 14 hours per month

20+ 16 hours per month

(may accumulate up to 480 hours)

Personal Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.

Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.

(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)

Professional Leave

Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays

New Years Day

Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday

National Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

16 (5 locally assigned)

Contracted Work Days

260

Retirement

The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit The Retirement Systems of Alabama. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers Retirement System of Alabama.

Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)

Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Law Enforcement Officers:

Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)

Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Health Insurance

PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit http://www.rsa-al.gov/index.php/members/peehip

Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307
• Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.

Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/17).

Duty Hours

(hours vary by campus and needs of the student)

Tuition Assistance

This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:

• 1/3 waived after 1st year
• 2/3 waived after 2nd year
• 3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.

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