Student Development Specialist – Advising, Career And Transfer Services

Student Development Specialist – Advising, Career and Transfer Services

Position Title: Student Development Specialist – Advising, Career and Transfer Services

Posting Category: Full-Time Staff/Management

Starting salary range: $56,189-$73,046

About Harford Community College: Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website.

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices.HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Benefits: Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, and 18 days of paid vacation. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!

Job Description

The Student Development Specialist for Advising, Career, and Transfer Services provides academic advising, career discernment, and transfer planning to credit students across all majors using a case management model that supports persistence, progression, and goal attainment. This position advises students in both in-person and virtual settings; uses student success and advising platforms to track progress, document interactions, issue early alerts, and conduct proactive outreach. The Student Development Specialist assists students with major selection, interpreting placement test scores, academic and degree planning, and transfer planning using current online and articulation resources. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate student records, serving as liaison to an assigned academic division, presenting at advising- and career-related events, participating on college committees, and collaborating on campus-wide initiatives. Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position.

Required Education

Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field

Required Experience

Minimum of 3 years of prior experience in academic advising, student services, career services, or transfer services within a community college or higher education setting.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of academic advising principles, student development theory, and holistic advising practices. Knowledge of FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) and student privacy regulations. Ability to use student information systems and advising/case management technologies. Strong advising and counseling skills, including active listening, goal setting, and academic planning. Effective oral and written communication skills with diverse populations. Ability to explain complex academic policies and requirements in a clear and supportive manner. Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage a high-volume student caseload. Ability to work effectively with students from diverse academic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with career exploration tools, transfer planning, and articulation agreements. Proficiency with student information systems, advising platforms, and data tracking tools.

Hours per Week: 40 - 100%

General Weekly Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Final schedule to be determined by the supervisor.

Posting Number: 2025-084FSFA

Number of Vacancies: 1

Open Date:

Close Date: 01/28/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Are you currently a resident of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia, OR are you willing to relocate? 2. Yes 3. No

4. What is the highest level of education completed? 5. High school or GED 6. Associate's degree 7. Associate's degree with HRCi and/or SHRM certification 8. Bachelor's degree 9. Master's degree 10. Doctorate

11. Do you have at least three years of professional experience providing student advising, with a focus on Career and Transfer Services. 12. Yes 13. No

14. Will you require sponsorship to work in the United States from Harford Community College? 15. No, I will not require sponsorship from Harford Community College 16. Yes, I will require sponsorship from Harford Community College

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents: 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Transcript- Master's

Optional Documents: 1. Transcript 2. Letter of Recommendation 3. Transcript- Bachelor's 4. Certificate/Licensure