Advisor, Youth & Adult Literacy Program

Advisor, Youth & Adult Literacy Program

Salary

$42,500.00 Annually

Location

NJ 08080, NJ

Job Type

Full Time Staff

Job Number

ADYALP

Department

50010- Student Services

Division

240200 - Title II ABE

Opening Date

04/21/2026

Closing Date

4/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

GC NJEA Faculty (12 Month)

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Description

The Advisor, Youth & Adult Literacy Programis responsible for advising new and continuing students within the Youth & Adult Literacy Programs at Rowan College of South Jersey by providing academic planning and career exploration opportunities. The Advisor's assignment may include specific academic cohorts of students, and the responsibility of apprising students of college policies and procedures. The Advisor, working within the team, is expected to assist with implementing and conducting advisement and retention programs based on student needs.

This is a full-time, grant-funded position, ending June 30, 2026.

Examples of Duties

• Provides orientation and advisement for student cohorts and communicates with other program staff.
• Advises new, continuing, and returning students concerning appropriate course selection and academic planning for the Youth & Adult Education Programs.
• Appropriately utilizes data system to assist students with registration.
• Reaches out to and meets with at-risk student populations to mitigate barriers that prevent them from progressing toward program completion.
• Creates and presents reports to Youth & Adult Literacy staff regarding outcomes and student retention initiatives.
• Manages appointments and workshop data to compile substantive assessment and outcomes reports.
• Advises new and returning students on policies and procedures that impact their enrollment status and educational objectives. (i.e., graduation, training program transition, etc.).
• Interprets, analyzes, and instructs students on program test results.
• Advises students on careers and transfer opportunities related to major of study.
• Refers students for transfer related advisement for Rowan College of South Jersey enrollment.
• Assists students with signing up for testing and training programs.
• Ensures the integrity and confidentiality of academic records, maintaining compliance with FERPA, and other college policies, state, and federal regulations.
• Completes required paperwork and assigned tasks in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Maintains communications with students, supervisor(s), support staff, faculty, and departments in the College.
• Assists with planning, implementing, and conducting skills-development workshops deemed necessary for total student enrichment, based on students' needs.
• Assists with college activities related to student success, retention, and transfer.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, student personnel services, student development, or a related area required.
• Applicable experience advising students in a community college or similar environment.
• Ability to use current applicable hardware and software, including Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point.
• Applicable experience with higher education system administration software.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with variable hours, includes evenings.
• Possess the ability to work well and communicate effectively with prospective and current students, staff, faculty, administration, and colleagues and community partners.

If certain conditions exist, this position requires you to have access to personal technological equipment and capabilities to perform your duties.

Supplemental Information

COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at Rowan College of South Jersey. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the College. For more information about RCSJ's vaccine requirements, visit the RCSJ Coronavirus Updates website for the latest information.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical activity of the position:

• Standing
• Walking
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers such as picking, pinching, typing

Physical requirements of the position:

• Light work- exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds of force frequently

Visual acuity requirements of the position:

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity

Workplace conditions of the position:

• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

All full time staff employees earn sick, vacation and personal time off. The College also offers 16 calendar holidays.

Pension Benefits:

Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of employment. This position requires enrollment in the Alternate Benefit Plan (ABP). ABP is a defined contribution plan that offers substantial opportunities for long term tax-deferred investment. Six investment carriers are authorized to provide investment options and service under ABP. Under this plan, employees contribute 5% of their base salary with an 8% employer match. For more information visit: https://www.state.nj.us/treasury/pensions/pension-active-abp.shtml

Health Benefits:

Medical: RCSJ offers its employees several health insurance options through the NJ State Health Benefit Program as a local education employer. All employees are required to contribute to the cost of their health benefits under Chapter 78, P.L. 2011.

Dental: The College offers dental insurance through Delta Dental with four plan options (base plan is free to employees).

Group Life Insurance:

Life Insurance is underwritten by the Prudential Insurance Company of America, Inc., and is provided as a result of pension membership. There is no cost to the member for this coverage. The State Treasurer is the official policyholder for all the Noncontributory Group Life Insurance, which is issued as Policy Number G-14800.

Flexible Spending Accounts:

The flexible spending program allows you to deduct pre-tax dollars which can be used for co-pays, deductibles, dental, vision, and dependent day care. The medical limit is $3,400 per year, and the dependent care limit is $7,500 per year.

Tuition Reimbursement/Waiver- RCSJ offers tuition reimbursement for up to 12 credits per fiscal year. The College also offer a tuition waiver for RCSJ courses for employees and eligible dependents.

Employee Assistance Program:

RCSJ offers its employees an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). This is a free and completely confidential service available to help employees manage issues in their work and personal lives. EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services. The issues for which EAP provides support vary, but examples include:

• Substance abuse
• Safe working environment
• Emotional distress
• Major life events, including births, accidents, and deaths
• Health care concerns
• Financial or legal concerns
• Family/personal relationship issues
• Work relationship issues
• Concerns about aging parents

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Please state your highest level of education and degree, if applicable.

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Please describe your professional experience, including number of years, advising in higher education or a similar environment.

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How would you rate your experience with Microsoft Office Products?

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

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Please describe your professional experience, if any, with higher education ERP systems, including Banner.

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Are you available to work a flexible schedule with variable hours, including both evenings and weekends?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Rowan College of South Jersey

Address 1400 Tanyard Road, Sewell, NJ 08080

3322 College Drive, Vineland, NJ 08360

Sewell, New Jersey, 08080

Website https://www.rcsj.edu/