Advisor, Program Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida

Advisor, Program 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 901 E Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33602 For the 2025-2026 School Year. The contact person is Ansberto Vallejo at 813-231-1912 or ansberto.vallejo@hcps.net.

Summary:

The Program Advisor is responsible for career information collection and dissemination, occupational assessment and guidance, and career pathways program support services.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All district employees must: Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work. Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan. Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism. Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities:

Provides career pathways information to current and potential students. Fosters partnerships with community groups, government agencies, and businesses. Communicates school district career pathways and opportunities internally and externally. Identifies and coordinates school and community resources necessary for student recruitment, retention, and follow-up. Recruits students for postsecondary career and technical education programs and higher education. Participates in job fairs and expositions, school visitations, workforce events, and other job-related activities. Provides information regarding occupations, skill sets, job availability, average salary, industry certifications, and other job-specifications. Provides occupational assessment and career guidance to increase student success. Provides support services to increase student retention and educational program completion. Acts as liaison to other schools and district offices, as well as government agencies, to secure needed services for students. These may include student requests for financial aid/scholarships/sponsorships, job search/placement assistance, psychological services, and family support services, among others. Verifies program admissions, prerequisites, and requirements, such as, payment of tuition and fees, fingerprinting, health screenings, or other requirements specific to the program. Provides student follow-up services. Performs any other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other information:

Communications:

Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Job Knowledge:

Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.

Judgment:

Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision making process. Makes timely decisions.

Project Management:

Develops project plans, coordinates projects. Communicates changes and progress. Completes projects on time and, on budget. Manages project team activities.

Planning & Organization:

Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an organized manner.

NOTE:

School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience:

Three years of increasingly responsible experience in counseling, social work, or classroom teaching.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:

Florida Professional Educator Certificate.

Language Skills:

Reads, analyzes, and interprets all kinds of documents. Responds to inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community. Writes speeches and effectively presents to managers, the public, and school board.

Mathematical Skills:

Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:

Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Activities:

Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.

Lifting Demands:

Up to 10 pounds.

Reaching Activities:

Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions:

Noise Intensity:

3, moderate.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

This position requires traveling to various school sites, work locations and/or community organizations throughout the district. – All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. All applicants must have an “ACTIVE” application and must have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position. Not Currently an Employee of our district? If you are seeking employment with Hillsborough County Public Schools. Are you a current employee of Hillsborough County Public Schools? Eligible employees can find and apply for positions on the new employee experience on the Infor System (GHR Employee Space). All current employees seeking transfer or promotion must apply through the employee experience page. Employees who wish to transfer to a different position or location must satisfy the minimum requirements of the desired position. Please review the skills/competencies listed on your employee profile to determine your eligibility. If you need to update your skills/competencies, please contact the Application Center at 813-840-7181. You must ensure that you have the proper skills/competencies added to your employee profile

PRIOR TO, OR SHORTLY

AFTER, applying for any opening. (Skill/competency updates are not necessary for employees seeking a lateral transfer (same job at a different location)) Job description search: https://www2.sdhc.k12.fl.us/jobdescrs/ Salary Schedules Our district salary schedules are available at: https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/employeerelations