Full-Time Counselor - Noncredit Division

Pasadena City College

Salary: $104,156.52 - $154,703.64 AnnuallyContract Monthly Non-Teaching Faculty

Job Type: Full-Time Faculty

Job Number: 09951

Location: Pasadena, CA

Department: Instruction

Closing: 5/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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 values
  
  

We 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.

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 divisions
• Assist 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 member
• Serve on college governance committees, participate in college and student services in-service meetings, and/or other appropriate activities
• Provide outreach to prospective students and the community about the college's educational programs and student services
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling
  
  

OR

• The equivalent
  
  

(NOTE: A bachelor's degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)

Degree must be shown as conferred on transcript. Some degrees may require equivalency. When equivalency is requested, the file will be reviewed by PCC's Equivalency Committee. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide ample documentation to support equivalent qualifications.

Desirable Qualifications

• Familiarity with counseling special populations in community colleges, including noncredit students, English language learners, undocumented students, LGBTQIA students, students with disabilities, and formerly incarcerated or system-impacted students
• Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin
• Demonstrated passion for and experience in counseling and supporting adult learners across a broad range of socioeconomic backgrounds and levels of academic preparation
• Knowledge of culturally sustaining practices and effective strategies for engaging African American, Latinx, and Indigenous students who are historically underrepresented and underserved
  
  

Professional Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Student Equity and inclusion
• Current issues, trends, and best practices used in counseling for noncredit students
• High impact practices
• Approaches, theories, and strategies related to disparities in student success and access to higher education
• Counseling methods and strategies
• Career development methods, techniques, and instruments
• Program review, student learning outcomes
• Appointment scheduling software
• Telecommuting software and chat services
• General office software and equipment
  
  

SKILL TO:

• Apply knowledge of student equity and inclusion to develop equity minded solutions that support student success
• Apply knowledge of high impact practices to design student services and contribute to the development of such practices
• Apply knowledge of approaches, theories, and strategies related to disparities in student success and access to higher education to address disparities in student success and access to higher education for historically marginalized groups;
• Use counseling and instructional methods and strategies to increase the persistence, success and retention of college students
• Use knowledge of career development methods, techniques, and instruments to provide career counseling services
• Apply knowledge of program review, SLOs to conduct assessments and measure student success factors and disproportionate impacts
• Use telecommuting software and chat services to conduct counseling sessions
• Use appointment scheduling software to schedule counseling appointments and enter counseling notes
• Apply knowledge of counseling methods and strategies to increase the persistence, success and retention of college students
• Use general office software and equipment to develop reports, presentations, counseling materials, aggregate data, and communicate with District staff and students
  
  

ABILITY TO:

• Effectively ensure the accuracy of notes entered
• Participate in appropriate professional organizations, attend conferences and workshops
• Maintain up to date on topics regarding equity, inclusion and other issues impacting diverse student populations
• Facilitate groups and workshops that engage and motivate students
• Develop a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive environment for all students
• Facilitate groups and workshops that engage and motivate students.
• Maintain subject matter currency
• Adapt varying pedagogical approaches to meet the needs of college students with differing learning modalities and abilities
• Communicate effective orally and in writing
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with District staff, faculty, and students
  
  

The Assignment

• Eleven Months, 100% - Tenure-track position beginning July 2026
• Thirty-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/Resume
• Cover 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.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Pasadena City College (PCC) Utilizes An Online Application Process. Hard Copy, E-mailed, Or Faxed Resumes Are Not Accepted. Job Postings Will Not Be Reopened Due To Failure To Submit An Application Before The Closing Date For Any Reason. You Can Apply For a Position From Any Computer With Internet Access. 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.
• If you need to update any submitted information, you will need to reapply in full. When HR sees duplicate applications, we archive the oldest and the most recent application and materials are considered.
• The selection advisory 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.
• While the acceptance of the application packet is done through PCC's Applicant Tracking System (ATS), all hiring decisions are made by a hiring committee.
• 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 with your application, please refer to the application guide or you may contact NeoEd Customer Support at 855-524-5627. Customer Support is available Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. (PST).
  
  

All materials listed below may be required for your application packet to be considered complete:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
  
  

After a review of applications received, the District may require the completion and submission of supplemental documents prior to the interview process.

Additional Information

• Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.
• Pasadena Area Community College District will not sponsor any visa applications.
• Applicants must be available for interviews at Pasadena City College at no cost to the District.
• Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (626) 585-7388.
• The Pasadena Area Community College District does not discriminate in the educational programs and activities operated by the District or in employment procedures and practices of the District. The Policies of Title IX as developed to date are available for inspection during normal business hours at the District office at 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91106.
• Crime awareness and campus security information are available from Campus Police. (Public Law 101-542).
• The Pasadena Area Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. The District encourages applications from underrepresented minorities and the disabled.
• An applicant, who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Office of Human Resources.
  
  

PASADENA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

Equal Opportunity, Title IX, Section 504 Employer

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/pasadenaedu/academic/jobs/5277822/full-time-counselor-noncredit-division

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