Academic/Career Advisor - Marinette

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships. The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community. You belong here. See why you will love working at NWTC.

Department:

Academic, Career and Transfer Advising Reports To:

Director, Academic, Career, & Transfer Advising Travel:

2 days per month

LOCATION

Marinette Campus

STANDARD HOURS

40 hours per week. Typical hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Flexibility required to include other evening and/or weekend hours, as necessary.

STARTING PAY

$61,131

Target Start Date:

August 12, 2026 POSITION SUMMARY Advises students regarding information, procedures, and academic requirements of specific programs. Assist students in exploring careers, evaluating academic abilities, and setting goals. Assist with registration and graduation requirements. Advise student regarding course content, course selection, pre-requisites, curriculum changes, recommended credit load, curriculum planning, and financial aid processes and policies to ensure successful and timely graduation. Presents academic and career information to students and parents. Make recommendations to divisional leadership and students regarding appropriate courses of action to students' complex personal and academic challenges. Provide students support in career decision making, experimental learning opportunities, professional job search strategies and techniques and career/life planning. Collaborate with staff and faculty to provide comprehensive academic and career advising services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Use coaching framework, assess the student's stage of development (academic, career, and personal) and promote student growth by determining suitable developmental tasks; assist student in establishing realistic and attainable academic and career goals. Advise students regarding course content, course selection, prerequisites, curriculum changes, recommended credit load, and curriculum planning to ensure timely graduation. Coach students on academic, career and personal issues; identify the educational and career options appropriate for each student and assist with the analysis of each option, including possible outcomes and their implications; if needed, refer student to appropriate student services; set up an action academic plan for the student to meet their academic and/or transfer goals. Assess student's stage of development (academic, career, and personal) and promotes student growth by determining suitable development tasks; assists student in establishing realistic and attainable academic and career goals. Provide students career counseling and assistance in career decision-making, experiential learning opportunities, professional job search strategies, career/life planning, skills assessment, and portfolio development. Work collaboratively with the staff and faculty on providing direct student and career-related support to program students. Interpret and explain college policies and procedures; participate in preparation of campus events and presents academic/career information to students at campus events and in classrooms (presentations, orientation, enrollment, and degree process). Leverage new and existing technologies to proactively balance and maintain assigned student caseload. Track student interactions using notes and other documentation in the appropriate systems. Gather and interpret data to prepare and analyze reports for retention, tracking, and accountability. Interpret and explain college policies and procedures; manage student communication regarding program policy changes and curriculum updates. Advise students on credit for prior learning and prepare appropriate documentation. Advise students on general financial aid information and assist with financial aid appeals. Cultivate and maintain relationships with employers to support the development of internships, career opportunities and assess future hiring needs. Provide students with individual and group assistance in exploring career resources, building resumes, cover letters, interview skill building, and professional networking and to utilize online systems for job search. Maintain and enter student data, tracking student's interactions and academic/career plans; analyze and prepare reports for retention, tracking and accountability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree A minimum of two years related experience. Previous experience in advising and career assessment is preferred. Must hold a valid driver's license and be insurable under the District's standard insurance policy terms. •An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered. Our college values and competencies shape how we work and support students every day. All employees are expected to demonstrate our core competencies. Learn more here.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Extended Sitting:

Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer or attending meetings

Mobility:

Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events

Manual Dexterity:

Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, or controls.

Visual and Auditory:

Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff.

Light Lifting:

Capability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We strive to accommodate any individual who requires adjustments to ensure a fair and equal employment process. If you require specific accommodations during the application and/or screening process due to a disability or other reasons, please contact Talent and Culture at talentandculture@nwtc.edu or 920-498-6286. Northeast Wisconsin Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Talent and Culture. NWTC does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories. Inquiries regarding the College's nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs at 920-498-6823 or nondiscrimination@nwtc.edu. NWTC recognizes that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed on the job opening, please still consider applying. Apply to the positions you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and any new postings that might interest you! Students choose NWTC to get high quality, affordable education to prepare for rewarding careers or to start their bachelor's degrees. Nearly 95 percent of our grads have careers within six months of graduation; 78.8 percent of those grads are employed in their career fields. Plus, hundreds of graduates continue their education through NWTC's transfer agreements with 40 other colleges/universities. For over 100 years, NWTC has pioneered programming to meet the needs of students and the community. The College provides education and training that enable students to gain real world experience for family-sustaining jobs and a solid start on their bachelor's degrees. NWTC is in constant partnership with employers to ensure we are producing highly skilled graduates for the workforce. When it comes to student success, NWTC has set the standard for the state's technical colleges. In 2010, NWTC was the first college in Wisconsin to join Achieving the Dream, a nonprofit dedicated to helping community college students succeed. Student success is at the center of our work. As a result, in 2021, NWTC earned the highest honor from Achieving the Dream, the Leah Meyer Austin Award, which recognizes bold, transformational changes that put access, and student success at the center of their institutional priorities. In 2025, NWTC was named a top 10 finalist for the prestigious Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. NWTC offers the opportunity to work in a professional and stimulating environment where the intended culture of belonging and a holistic view of the employee is promoted. We empower employees to be their best selves and contribute to engagement and innovation. We are committed to promoting a learning environment where employees and students of differing perspectives and backgrounds pursue career and academic goals embraced in an environment of respect and shared inquiry. The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community. Benefits of working at NWTC are measurable in ways such as motivation for improved personal and professional relationships and a cohesive work environment. We provide our employees with a high-quality compensation and benefits package and professional development opportunities. If you want to shape the lives of our students- and be respected for your work - you'll feel at home in the NWTC culture. NWTC offers the opportunity to work in a professional and stimulating environment where the intended culture of belonging and a holistic view of the employee is promoted. We empower employees to be their best selves and contribute to engagement and innovation. We are committed to promoting a learning environment where employees and students of differing perspectives and backgrounds pursue career and academic goals embraced in an environment of respect and shared inquiry.