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Position Information

**Position Title** Student Belonging Specialist

**Posting Category** Full-Time Staff

**Starting salary range** $50,452 - $65,587

Faculty Position (if applicable)

About Harford Community College

Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we’re committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website (https://www.harford.edu/about/get-to-know-harford/index.php) .

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, and 18 days of paid vacation. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required in the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!

Job Description

The Student Belonging Specialist supports the achievement of the College’s vision of serving as a regional leader in education and workforce development, offering transformative programs that drive individual growth and shared prosperity. The Student Belonging Specialist supports retention efforts and minimizes the achievement gap for underrepresented students through outreach, support, and programming that enhances students’ sense of belonging. This role develops, implements, and assesses equity and belonging initiatives including heritage month celebrations and affinity groups. Through collaboration with areas across campus, including Advising, Career, and Transfer Services, Admissions, and other Student Affairs offices, the Specialist serves as a mentor and advocate, connecting students to resources, fostering an inclusive campus culture, and assisting with recruitment of students into academic support programs. Additionally, this position serves on or chairs campus committees, manages program budgets, and supervises a Student Peer Leader.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel Administration or a related field required.

Required Experience

Minimum of 1 year of experience working in student retention, student affairs, student engagement, retention, and or related fields and 1 year of supervisory experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

+ Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with offices across campus.

+ Excellent time management and organizational abilities

+ Experience in planning, executing, and evaluating a comprehensive calendar of student-focused events.

+ Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret student engagement data to enhance programming and identify areas for improvement.

+ Commitment to serving as a resource and advocate for students, fostering a sense of belonging and support.

+ Experience in recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising employees.

+ Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Forms, Teams, and SharePoint.

+ Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed, including active participation in student events, commencement ceremonies, and chaperoning students on day and overnight trips.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Master’s degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel Administration, or related field preferred

+ Experience event planning

+ Experience advising student organizations

+ Understanding of FERPA and Title IX

**Hours per Week** 40 - 100%

General Weekly Work Schedule

Monday-Friday with some required evening/weekend hours. Work schedule to be determined by the supervisor.

Posting Detail Information

**Posting Number** 2025-054FSFA

**Number of Vacancies** 1

Open Date

**Close Date** 08/06/2025

**Open Until Filled** No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *What is your highest level of education completed?

2. High school or GED

3. Associate's degree

4. Bachelor's degree

5. Master's degree

6. Doctorate

7. *How many years of experience do you have supervising and evaluating employees?

8. No experience

9. 1-2 years

10. 3-4 years

11. 5 or more years

12. *How many years of experience do you have in student affairs, student engagement, retention, and or related fields?

13. Less than 1 year of experience

14. 1 year of experience

15. 2-3 years of experience

16. 4 or more years of experience

17. *Are you currently a resident of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia, OR are you willing to relocate?

18. Yes

19. No

20. *Will you require sponsorship to work in the United States from Harford Community College?

21. No, I will not require sponsorship from Harford Community College

22. Yes, I will require sponsorship from Harford Community College

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter

3. Transcript- Bachelor's

Optional Documents

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