Job Description

Description

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University of Hawai'i, Kapi'olani Community College, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs / TRIO, is seeking applications for two (2) Instructor, CC (Counselor) positions. Please see the information about the position, the duties and responsibilities, the minimum and desirable qualifications, and the job application attachments below:

Title

Instructor, CC (Counselor)

Position Number

0086584T & 0086607T

Hiring Unit

Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs / TRIO

Location

Kapi'olani Community College

Date Posted

November 18, 2025

Closing Date

December 3, 2025, 11:59 PM HST

Salar

y

: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Rank:

2

Monthly Type

11 Month

Tenure Track

: Non-Tenure

Temporary/Permanent

Temporary

Funding:

Federal

Other Conditions

To begin approximately February 2026. Contingent on availability of funds, and actual staffing requirements. The position may be converted from 11 to 9 months or 9 to 11 months based on operational needs.

Introduction

:
The position is administered by the Office of the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs at Kapi'olani Community College ("KapCC"). The Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (VCSA) is charged with administrative control for planning and administering all programs and services within the Student Affairs units. The specific functions of this organizational unit include outreach and admissions, financial aid, graduation and transcript evaluations, credit and non-credit registration, student engagement, student counseling for specific and targeted populations, student grievances and complaints, and related learning support services. This role entails providing essential support to the TRIO Student Support Services Program within the Student Affairs unit.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Fosters self-awareness and personal growth through accessible and student-focused counseling services with a focus on serving high-risk students including, students with disabilities, low income, first-generation in college. Provides academic, transfer, career and life planning, and personal/social issues and other student support services to improve student engagement, learning, development, retention, graduation, and success. Coordinates and provides counseling services in modes to best support student learning (including but not limited to, individual and group sessions, classroom presentations, email, phone, web, etc.); utilize technology to provide student support services. Empowers students to realize their potentials by facilitating transition and integration to college and bridging to future learning and life/career goals. Strategically develops, implements, assesses (through utilizing data and outcomes-based assessment methods), and improves interventions that support student learning, development, and success. Handles administrative duties as described in the SSS Project plan, including but not limited to, staffing the TRIO Student Support Center, overseeing and training student employees, coordinating the Summer Bridge Program, annual performance reporting, and complying with reporting requirements. Facilitates the provision of a wide range of student development services and college persistence and retention initiatives such as first-year experience activities, financial aid and scholarship application, new student orientation, curriculum development and instruction, student success workshops, career counseling (assessment, evaluation, and exploration,) satisfactory academic progress interventions, referrals to on-and off-campus resources, exploring of career/employment/continued education opportunities, and student success initiatives and services. Collaborates with faculty and staff from other units to create partnerships for seamless delivery of counseling activities and other support services for Kapi'olani Community College students. Participates in outreach, orientation, and registration activities. Evening, weekend, and outreach assignments may be part of the regular workload. Performs related professional duties, including: + Contributes to the growth and development of the counseling discipline and college through committee work, grant writing, and other college-related activities.
+ Engages in professional and public service related to one's professional status or expertise.
+ Engages in ongoing professional development activities.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Counseling and Guidance, Counseling Psychology, College Student Personnel Services, Human Resources (to include both CTAHR and Personnel), Communications or related field;

OR

Bachelor's degree in Counseling and Guidance, Counseling Psychology, College Student Personnel Services; Human Resources (to include both CTAHR and Personnel), Communications or related field;

AND

3 years related work experience.

Note:

Related fields include: Education (to include all degrees in this field), Family Resources, Human Development, Psychology (to include all degree in this field), Public Health, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Sociology, and Student Services Personnel

Desirable Qualifications:

Knowledge of college student services (academic, career, admissions, financial aid, disability, and assessment services) programs Knowledge of disabilities and academic/counseling strategies appropriate to SSS project participants and related student needs At least three (3) years of professional experience in developing, implementing and evaluating programs appropriate to SSS project participants in post-secondary or community college settings Demonstrated ability to develop programs and activities to facilitate the retention and transfer of students At least three (3) years of professional experience in developing and providing retention-oriented services, including orientation and teaching college success/leadership courses; experience with implementing peer counseling and tutorial programs At least three (3) years of professional experience with providing career development services including administration and interpretation of career assessments Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students from a wide array of backgrounds and life experiences at an "open-door" institution (i.e. socioeconomic, cultural, levels of academic preparedness, high school dual enrolled, "non traditional" learners or returning adults, career preparation/workforce transition, care givers, students with learning other disabilities). At least three (3) years of professional experience working with first generation students. Demonstrated ability to effectively work with a wide range of counseling functions both independently and as a part of a team Demonstrated successful and administrative experience with grants Ability to supervise and train academic support staff (peer mentors and tutors) and manage resources Excellent communication and organizational skills; demonstrated commitment to working in a team environment, continuous improvement, and the community college philosophy Demonstrated ability to initiate, implement, assess and improve counseling strategies, projects, and activities to promote student learning, retention, success and graduation. Preference for candidates demonstrating a deep understanding (including philosophy and goals) or direct experience with populations served by programs like TRIO. Evidence of commitment to Kapi'olani Community College's vision of positioning itself as a model indigenous serving institution whose graduates strengthen the social, economic, and sustainable advancement of Hawai'i and the world.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL

NOT

BE CONSIDERED

(Read the "To Apply" section carefully)

To Apply:

. In addition to the Application, applicants must attach the following:A

one- to two-page statement

outlining ways in which you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications; Official graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (

copies of official transcripts are acceptable

; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.) Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. The expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. Academic record/grade summaries will

NOT

be accepted. Diplomas and copies will

NOT

be accepted. Optional

letters of recommendation

.

Incomplete applications will

NOT

be considered.

NOTE:The application will be incomplete if materials are unreadable, illegible, password protected, missing, or corrupted; therefore, late or incomplete applications will not be considered. All requested documents/information become the property of Kapi'olani Community College and will not be returned. Please do not include any self-identifying photos and redact any references to confidential information on submitted documents (social security number, date of birth, etc.). If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account.

Inquiries:

KapCC Human Resources Department, kapcchr@hawaii.edu

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

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