Academic Advisor (F/T)
Salary
$47,281.00 - $63,042.00 Annually
Location
Main Campus - Toms River, NJ
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202301247
Division
Student Affairs
Department
Academic Advising
Opening Date
07/07/2026
Closing Date
7/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
The Position
The Academic Advisor supports current and prospective students by providing comprehensive academic advising services. This role guides students through major selection, course planning, registration, degree completion strategies, and transfer preparation. The advisor connects students with appropriate campus resources to support their academic and personal success. Additionally, the advisor contributes to college-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing student enrollment, retention, and completion, and actively participates in campus committees as needed.
Classification: Non-Affiliated Administrator
Staff Duration: Full Time 12 months
What You Will Do
Provides comprehensive, student-centered academic advising through both in-person and virtual sessions. Supports students in exploring majors, identifying academic and career goals, and developing personalized academic plans that address both short- and long-term objectives. Offers guidance on degree selection, course scheduling, registration, and meeting program requirements.
Develops knowledge of and adheres to College policies and procedures that relate to degree requirements, courses, course selection, scheduling, pre-registration and registration, and college admission.
Provides students with guidance on the transfer process, including the NJ Statewide Transfer Agreement, use of NJ Transfer tools, and requirements for successful transition to four-year institutions.
Maintains accurate and detailed records of all student interactions using designated College systems. Documentation includes comprehensive advising notes, email correspondence, phone call logs, and records of unofficial graduation audits.
Collaborates with campus departments to stay informed of available student services and resources, and refers students appropriately to support their academic and personal success.
Assists in the coordination and execution of campus-wide events such as open houses, information sessions, enrollment sessions and transfer events.
Facilitates individual and group advising sessions for incoming students, including first-year and transfer populations enrolling at OCC. Prepares for new student events by developing and updating academic plans, ensuring accuracy through schedule reviews and targeted outreach. Delivers engaging presentations to current students to promote effective course planning and encourage timely registration.
Engages in ongoing professional development by participating in NACADA events and other training opportunities to enhance advising skills and maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices.
Serves on college committees and contributes to initiatives that support student success and institutional goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.
The Successful Candidate Must Have
Bachelors Degree.
Two years of directly related experience in a student services, teaching or counseling area of an educational environment that required excellent interpersonal and student service skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite; ability to create standard documents and reports and well as prior database experience.
Ability to meet flexible work schedule requirements that include evenings and weekend hours in accordance with departmental needs.
Even Better If You Have
Masters Degree.
Two or more years of experience advising students at the college level.
Ocean County College offers the following benefits to full-time Non-Affiliated Administrators:
Personal Time Off:
OCC offers generous time off every fiscal year. Mid-year appointments will receive a prorated share of allotted time off.
Vacation: Twenty-five (25) Days
Sick: Thirteen (13) Days
Holidays: Fifteen (15) College Recognized Holidays
Pension Benefits:
Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of eligible employees. Depending on the position and NJ State review, the participating pension will be the Alternate Benefit Program (ABP), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), or the Defined Contribution Plan (DCRP). For more information visit: https://www.state.nj.us/treasury/pensions/pension-info-active.shtml
Health Benefits:
Medical: OCC offers its employees several health insurance options through the NJ State Health Benefit Program as a local education employer. Coverage is effective after a 2-month wait period. All employees are required to contribute to the cost of their health benefits under Chapter 78, P.L. 2011. To view the cost of contribution calculator, plan coverage, and more information visit: https://www.state.nj.us/treasury/pensions/hb-active-sehbp.shtml
Dental: The College offers dental insurance through Horizon Dental with three plan options. All single coverage levels are at no cost to the employee.
Flexible Spending Accounts:
Our generous flexible spending program allows you to deduct pre-tax dollars which can be used for co-pays, deductibles, dental, and dependent care.
Tuition Reimbursement/Waiver
OCC offers tuition reimbursement to accredited credit and certificate programs, as well as OCC credit tuition waiver and non-credit course reimbursement for employees and their eligible dependents.
Ocean County College is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer. Go to: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more information.
Employee Assistance Program:
OCC offers all employees to take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support. This is a free and completely confidential service where EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services.
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Briefly describe your experience working with a diverse population of students or adult learners.
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Which of the following describes your related work experience?
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If you have experience in the above, briefly explain what you did (1-2 sentences). If you do not have any experience, write N/A.
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This position is a fully in-person position. Are you able to work in person at our location in Toms River, NJ?
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Are you able to meet the schedule requirements of the position, which may include evening and/or weekend shifts as needed?
Required Question
Employer Ocean County College
Address 1 College Drive
Toms River, New Jersey, 08754
Phone 732.255.0400 x336
732.255.0400 x2936
Website http://www.ocean.edu