Career and College Promise Advisor

Job description

Location : Wentworth, NC

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 00193

Division: Academic Affairs

Opening Date: 07/30/2026

Job Summary

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Educational Partnerships, the CCP Advisor provides comprehensive academic advising, enrollment support, and student success services to high school students participating in Career and College Promise (CCP) dual enrollment programs.

The CCP Advisor serves as a key liaison between Rockingham Community College, partner high schools, students, and parents to promote enrollment, ensure academic success, and support career pathway planning aligned with college transfer and workforce goals.

This position also delivers outreach and education to high school counselors, career development coordinators, teachers, students, and parents regarding CCP opportunities and post-secondary pathways, while ensuring adherence to North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) CCP Operating Procedures.

Location and Work Environment

The CCP Advisor will be based on the RCC campus with the expectation of regular, ongoing presence in county high schools. The supervisor or Vice President for Academic Affairs reserves the right to adjust location and scheduling to meet institutional needs.

Job Duties

Advising and Registration

• Advise prospective and current CCP students on eligibility, academic planning, and appropriate course selection aligned with high school graduation, college transfer, and workforce pathways.

• Provide academic advising and registration services for dual enrollment students.

• Facilitate CCP orientation activities prior to enrollment.

• Assist students with Rockingham Community College admissions and enrollment processes, including Residency Determination, application submission, and FAFSA awareness.

• Maintain accurate student records to support reporting requirements and program evaluation.

• Monitor student progress and provide proactive intervention to support persistence and completion.

Student Support Services

• Serve as an active member of Key Leaders teams and advisory groups supporting secondary and postsecondary partnerships.

• Provide instruction, coaching, and intervention to support student success in high school and college courses.

• Communicate policies, procedures, and expectations clearly to students and parents.

• Conduct classroom visits, workshops, and information sessions to educate students on CCP pathways and requirements.

• Assist CCP students with transition planning into full-time college enrollment or career opportunities.

Outreach and Partnership Engagement

• Educate high school counselors, career development coordinators, teachers, students, and parents about CCP opportunities and postsecondary pathways.

• Collaborate with Enrollment Services and Rockingham County Schools to meet CCP enrollment and retention goals.

• Participate in school and community-based outreach activities, events, and presentations to promote CCP programs.

• Support the development and dissemination of CCP pathway materials and marketing resources for students and families.

• Conduct advising sessions with CCP seniors to promote continued enrollment at RCC.

Program Development and Institutional Support

• Communicate program improvement opportunities and emerging needs based on secondary school feedback.

• Participate in strategic planning, program evaluation, and institutional initiatives.

• Identify and recommend workshops, seminars, and services to enhance CCP student success.

• Maintain compliance with NCCCS regulations, institutional policies, and reporting requirements.

• Maintain enrollment, tracking, and grant-related records as required.

• Participate in team meetings, committees, and professional development activities.

College and Community Engagement

• Represent the College professionally in all interactions with students, families, and external stakeholders.

• Promote Rockingham Community College locally, regionally, and statewide.

• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, school system partners, and community stakeholders.

• Support activities that enhance the College's image and mission.

Institutional Responsibilities

• Work a minimum of a 38-hour workweek in accordance with College policy.

• Attend required meetings, training sessions, and college events.

• Participate in commencement and other college functions that support student success and institutional engagement.

• Serve on institutional committees and, when approved, local, regional, or statewide initiatives.

Public Relations Responsibilities

• Present to both small and large groups on CCP and college opportunities.

• Demonstrate professionalism that reflects positively on the College.

• Maintain strong internal and external relationships across stakeholders.

Professional Development

• Participate in NCCCS and institutional professional development opportunities.

• Maintain current knowledge of:

North Carolina high school systems

Community college and university pathways

Workforce and career development resources

NCCCS CCP policies and procedures

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university required; three years' work experience in human services, defined as an area where service is provided to people: counseling, advising, customer service, instruction, social work, etc.

Valid Driver's License

PREFERRED: Experience with and/or demonstrated knowledge of CCP Program and Advising

Knowledge and practical application of student/career development theory

Knowledge in all aspects of the student experience to include coaching, mentoring, academic/career advising, student/career services and progression

Knowledge and Skills Ability to build meaningful, quality relationships

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Possess a positive customer-oriented focus and knowledge of successful customer service practices

Knowledge of recruitment goal setting and monitoring of targeted student populations

Knowledge of student recruitment, inquiry management, and relationship-based marketing

RCC offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits program:

State Health Plan

Eligible employees will have two health plan options, the Standard PPO Plan and Plus PPO Plan. (shpnc.gov)

Supplemental Benefits Plan

Supplemental benefits are voluntary, employee-paid benefits, and eligible employees have the opportunity to select the programs in which they wish to participate. Supplemental benefits include but are not limited to: dental, vision, group term life insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, dependent care accounts, cancer benefit, critical illness benefit, disability benefit, accident benefit, medical bridge, pet insurance, and telemedicine benefits. A preventative dental plan is offered at no cost (paid by RCC) to the employee only. Other benefits include an Employee Assistance program and Student Loan Assistance Program.

North Carolina Retirement System - State Retirement Plan

Full-time employees participate in the North Carolina Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System. State retirement is deducted at the rate of six percent; the state contribution varies dependent on market conditions. Contributions are tax sheltered for federal and state income tax purposes. Short-term and Long-term Disability benefits are available to eligible employees.

NC Total Retirement Plans (Supplemental Retirement Plans)

The NC 401(k) Plan and the NC 457 Plan are defined contribution retirement plans offered as optional employment benefits to eligible employees.

Annual Leave (Staff Only), Sick Leave, Personal Observance Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Flex Day (Faculty Only)

Worksite address

wentworth, NC, 27375, US

Who can apply

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