Student Development Specialist  HV-NTP-121625

Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9,000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta, NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college and is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

Hudson Valley seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.

In order to be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not support Visas. Applicants must be current legal residents of the US and currently hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check.

Student Development Specialist 
HV-NTP-121625 

Qualifications of the position: 

Education:

Minimum Qualifications:
 Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology counseling or related field from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Qualifications 
 Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field with counseling coursework from an accredited college or university.

 Employment Experience Preferred:

Minimum of one year of working experience in education, student development, counseling, or outreach services with diverse and non-traditional post-secondary populations preferred. 

Pertinent Other: Must be interested in and committed to working as part of a team to support student development. Excellent customer service working with diverse communities using patience and active listening. Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to share complex information with a diverse population. Must be willing to work occasional evening and weekend hours.

Nature and Scope of Duties

The Student Development Specialist reports to the Dean of Student Development and/or their designee and performs the following duties within the Student Development Unit:

1.    Assists with the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of theory-based and evidence informed best practices and programming to foster student development, with a focus on wellness, mental health intervention/prevention, persistence, retention, and achievement of desired outcomes.  

2.    Supports students in developing academic, personal and career success plans focused on meeting the demands of their coursework and personal responsibilities to facilitate reaching personal, education and career goal attainment.  

3.    Responds to requests for assisting students in navigating college policies, processes and procedures and serves as a champion for students who are struggling and/or in need of assistance. 

4.    Collaborates and partners with interdisciplinary campus groups to develop comprehensive student development intervention, outreach and programming. 

5.    Assists in developing and delivering presentations and training for prospective students, current students, faculty and staff on matters related to multiple aspects of student wellness, development and success.

6.    Assists students with essential needs insecurity to connect to internal and external supports, communicates with outside social service agencies in preparation for referrals and makes referrals where appropriate.

7.    Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with internal and external constituencies in preparation for referrals and makes referrals where appropriate. 

8.    Represents Student Development on internal and external committees focused on student needs, persistence, retention and success. 

9.    Provides data and reports on trends and patterns related to student issues and may make recommendations pertaining to the student experience.

10.    Provides support in other Student Development offices as needed. 

11.    Performs other duties as assigned.

This is a full-time, Grant Funded 37.5-hour work week position that will require occasional evening and/or weekend work with a salary range of $49,000 – $52,000.  

Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance, Dental and Eye Insurance, Retirement, employee and employee’s spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. Please note: If you’re employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans

To apply, please visit www.hvcc.edu/jobs and complete the online application before the close date of January 4, 2026.

Hudson Valley provides educational access to a diverse community of traditional and non-traditional learners in an environment that fosters lifelong learning and freedom of inquiry and expression. Hudson Valley values equity, inclusion, and dignity for all.

Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply.

Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $49,000 - $52,000