Full-Time Counselor - Noncredit Division

Full-Time Counselor - Noncredit Division Pasadena Area Community College District - 1.0 Pasadena, CA Job Details Full-time $8,679.71 - $12,891.97 a month 1 day ago Qualifications Community outreach programs Student recruitment Student mentoring Faculty collaboration Group therapy Mid-level Career exploration services for students Trade school Participating in conferences Career counseling Adult education Group counseling Community resource coordination Full Job Description JOB Pasadena City College is hiring a Full-Time, Tenure-Track Counselor - Noncredit commencing on July 1, 2026. We are committed to helping all students achieve their educational goals, including those of every race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, regardless of background or level of preparation. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate a commitment to equity and to supporting students from disproportionately impacted and historically underrepresented communities, and who can create a welcoming, inclusive, and student-centered counseling environment that engages and supports our diverse student population.

At Pasadena City College (PCC), we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment for students from diverse racial, social, economic, academic, and cultural backgrounds, including students with disabilities.

We seek candidates who:

Demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, and justice through their counseling practice, professional experience, and/or service Possess an understanding of the experiences and needs of historically underrepresented and marginalized communities Employ inclusive approaches to mentoring, student engagement, and support, particularly for students from historically marginalized populations Create welcoming, inclusive, and student-centered counseling environments that effectively engage and support a racially and socially diverse student body Bring experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute meaningfully to the College's mission, vision, and core valuesWe are committed to achieving equally high outcomes for all students. Successful candidates will share our vision and will work with us to help all students, regardless of background and level of preparation, achieve their educational goals. PCC is a designated Hispanic-serving institution that takes great responsibility in serving our Latinx students while also supporting Black, Asian American and Pacific Islander and Indigenous students towards their educational attainment and economic well-being. Pasadena City College prides itself on faculty contributions through active participation in college-wide governance and the decision-making process.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COUNSELOR

Assist students in all noncredit programs, including but not limited to Adult Basic Education, GED and HiSET preparation, high school diploma, Career Technical Education, and English as a Second Language (ESL) Conduct academic counseling to assess students' immediate and long-range goals and develop educational plans Assist students in interpreting program requirements in written and computerized formats Interpret certificate, transition-to-college, and associate degree requirements to support students in pursuing educational and career objectives Lead group counseling sessions for a variety of student populations, including new students, transition-to-credit students, and Career Technical Education students Collaborate with faculty, counselors, staff, administrators, and community partners to recruit, engage, and support students in noncredit programs, including those in off-campus communities and across college divisionsAssist students with the enrollment process, including testing and placement into appropriate programs and classes Support students with limited digital literacy in onboarding processes and procedures Review and evaluate prior coursework to guide students toward appropriate classes for completion of a high school diploma Provide group counseling sessions and teach noncredit Personal Growth classes Refer students to appropriate community resources Assist students in assessing their aptitudes, abilities, and interests and advise them on current and future employment trends Support students in career exploration and goal-setting using appropriate career resources Assist students in addressing personal challenges that may interfere with their educational and career goals Participate in professional organizations and attend conferences and workshops to maintain and enhance skills and knowledge Undertake the divisional and professional responsibilities of a regular faculty memberServe on college governance committees, participate in college and student services in-service meetings, and/or other appropriate activitiesProvide outreach to prospective students and the community about the college's educational programs and student services Perform other duties as assigned

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION THE ASSIGNMENT

Eleven Months, 100% - Tenure-track position beginning July 2026Thirty-five (35) hours per week, plus five (5) hours for professional growth and development activities, college governance, and other professional responsibilities.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Successful completion of live scan clearance and TB screening.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States and signing of loyalty oath per government codes 3100-3109.Meeting applicable eligibility requirements under CalPERS or CalSTRS if you are a current or former member.

Board of Trustees approval.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Pasadena City College utilizes an online application process. Hard copy, e-mailed, or faxed resumes are not accepted. You can apply for a position from any computer with Internet access. Applications completed and received by 11:59 p.m. on May 7, 2026 will receive full consideration. Please keep in mind the following: If you do not follow the process or your application/resume is incomplete, your information will not be processed.

The hiring committee will review, evaluate, and consider applications and supporting materials received by the deadline. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview. Itis, therefore, important that the application be thorough and detailed. The District may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill the position, or choose to fill more than one position.

While the acceptance of the application packet is done through the Applicant Tracking Software (ATS), all hiring decisions are made by a hiring committee.

Positions are full-time (100%) and "open until filled," unless otherwise stated.

The college president will conduct a final interview and recommend a candidate to the Board of Trustees. Once applications are submitted they are final. Please carefully review your application and the documents which you are attaching to make sure that they are free from errors and complete. If you require assistance, please contact the Human Resources office at 626.585.7388. Applicants may expect to be notified. approximately 4 - 5 weeks following the closing date as to the status of their application.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

For full consideration, all of the following must be submitted along with the online application. An incomplete application packet will not be forwarded to the hiring committee for review. Curriculum Vitae/ResumeCover Letter addressing qualifications for this position. Please discuss the ways you meet each of the points listed under "The Responsibilities," "Minimum Qualifications," "Professional Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities" and "Desirable/Preferred" Qualifications.

After a review of applications received, the District may require the completion and submission of supplemental documents prior to the interview process. A teaching demonstration may be required at the interview stage.

Note:

It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all application materials are fully and correctly submitted.