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Student Success Advisor Salary $52,479.00 - $57,202.00 Annually Location Longview, MO Job Type Full-Time Staff Job Number 2026-00036 Organization LV Academic Advising Opening Date 08/06/2026 Closing Date 8/27/2026 11:59 PM Central FLSA Exempt Description Benefits Questions About MCC Metropolitan Community College is the oldest public institution of higher learning in Kansas City, Missouri, founded in 1915 as the Kansas City Polytechnic Institute. The Junior College of Kansas City, as it was known starting in 1919, was one of the first schools in the country to award an associate degree. Today, MCC offers 125 associate degree and certificate programs. Metropolitan Community College comprises five campuses on the Missouri side of the Greater Kansas City area 47 major buildings and about 550 acres in all: MCC-Blue River , located in Independence, Missouri; MCC-Longview located in Lee's Summit, Missouri, MCC-Maple Woods located in the Northland of Kansas City, Missouri; MCC-Online and MCC-Penn Valley , located in Midtown Kansas City, Missouri. MCC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission . In addition, several programs have specific accreditations as well. •MCC does not provide employer-paid sponsorships. Job Summary Incumbents assist students with academic programs which include enrollment processes, course offerings, fees, course selection, test scores, financial aid eligibility and options, and other resources that will help students meet their educational and occupational needs. Essential Functions Proactively advise students by creating a personalized education plan alighted with their career goal and a plan to fund their education, utilizing various academic advising and funding strategies Assist students in funding their education, by guiding them through the steps for financial aid and scholarships, explaining payment plan options, and helping identify alternative funding sources Develop and maintain relationships by establishing rapport and trust, educating on MCC programs and services, guiding on overcoming obstacles and referring to appropriate services Assist students with the process of transfer and promote transfer opportunities to MCC students Responsible for monitoring student academic progress, student enrollment, and other data Responsible for responding to early alerts with outreach to struggling students connecting them to academic and non-academic support resources Collaborate with faculty, staff and community agencies to assist students in achieving personal, career and academic goals Maintain thorough understanding of MCC programs, policies, procedures and systems to effectively and accurately guide students Maintain knowledge of federal, state and institutional policies and regulations pertaining to Federal Title IV, scholarships, tuition assistance, payment plans, and billing systems Coordinates with staff, departments, and agencies to communicate information, provide recommendations, represent the college and facilitate departmental operations Perform administrative tasks including providing general information via phone, email, or in person; addressing concerns and complaints; scheduling caseload appointments; greeting visitors and directing calls Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Physical Requirements Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree One (1) year experience related to advising, education, counseling or financial aid

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of applicable campus, local, state, and federal laws and regulations Knowledge of multi-line phone system Knowledge of two-way radio communications Knowledge of customer service principles Knowledge of record keeping principles Knowledge of computers and related software applications Knowledge of workshop and program principles and practices Knowledge of diverse populations and cultures; Bilingual Skilled in advising students on applicable policies and procedures Skilled in interpreting academic program requirements Skilled in reviewing and processing paperwork, forms, and/or other related items Skilled in developing and implementing programs and workshops Skilled in maintaining files, records and confidentiality Skilled in customer services principles and resolving conflicts Skilled in using a computer and related software applications Skilled in utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information. Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require reaching, standing, walking, keyboarding, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work:

exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are required only occasionally.

Supplemental Information EEO Statement:

Metropolitan Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, birth, ancestry, national origin, or disability.

Accommodations:

MCC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MCC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations in all aspects of employment, including the application process. To request an accommodation and/or a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act application procedures, please contact the Office of Human Resources. We offer a complete benefits package including: Health care (medical, dental and vision) Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account Employee Assistance Program Retirement including deferred compensation plans Life insurance including long-term and short-term disability Paid time off (holidays, vacation, and sick leave) Professional development And much more! To learn more details, visit our benefits summary page . 01 Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed? High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED) Associate degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate degree 02 How many years of advising, education, counseling or financial aid experience do you have? No experience Less than 1 year of experience 1 year but less than 2 years of experience 2 years but less than 3 years experience 3 or more years of experience Required Question Employer Metropolitan Community College Address 3217 Broadway Blvd Suite 100 Kansas City, Missouri, 64111 Phone (816) 604-1234 (option 2) Website https://www.mcckc.edu/