Educational Planner

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TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST COMPLETE THE APPLICATION PROCESS ON THE COLLEGE'S WEBSITE: https://sunyjefferson.edu/

Jefferson Community College, Watertown, NY, part of the State University of New York (SUNY) System, is conducting a search for a full-time Educational Planner.

Responsibilities include developing a structured academic plan for assigned students that include career and transfer-driven paths to achieving academic success and completion. This position has a focus of duties that includes adult learners and supporting our College in Prison program. The successful candidate will be passionate about assisting students in achieving their educational goals and will understand the barriers and challenges facing students in higher education, particularly the community college setting. The candidate will be familiar with academic advising, transfer, and career planning. The primary mission is to provide academic planning and transfer guidance to assigned students. The Educational Planner will work with the College's leadership to advance the mission of the current Strategic Plan.

This position is funded by the New York State SUNY Reconnect Grant.

Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of appropriate professional experience.

Applicants must interact and communicate effectively with diverse populations, foster inclusion, and promote equal access and treatment for groups traditionally under-represented in higher education.

Preferred: Experience in counseling, college admissions, advising, or student financial aid is highly desirable.

Advertised Salary: $47,589 - $52,347/yr. for well-qualified individuals. Salary is determined based upon experience and education in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement as well as internal equity. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability, generous leave policies, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, tax-deferred Compensation, NYS retirement, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers.

To Apply: For additional information about the College and this posting, please visit https://www.sunyjefferson.edu, and select “Careers at Jefferson”. You may apply by selecting the “Apply Now” button.

The following documentation/information is required to complete the application process:

• Cover letter
• Résumé
• Unofficial college transcripts for all degrees
• Contact information for three professional references is required on the Employment Application Form.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Completed applications must be received by Monday, August 11, 2025.

Finalists will be responsible for interview-related expenses.

Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,589.00 - $52,347.00 per year

Benefits:

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person