Professional Counselor

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Weekly Work Hours

40

Compensation Range

Staff Range N07

Salary Minimum

$77,200.00 Annually

FLSA

United States of America (Exempt)

Position Type

Staff

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the provision of counseling services for students, including personal counseling, crisis intervention, assessment and referral, as well as faculty consultations. The professional counselor assists with developing and implementing college-wide counseling programs.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the principles, theories and practices of mental health, career, and academic counseling and adherence to professional ethical standards.
• Knowledge of modern / current counseling practices and methods and follows policies and procedures of Dallas College.
• Experience in administration and assessment of psychological, academic and career testing instruments.
• Ability to maintain records, prepare reports and correspondence.
• Ability to handle information in a confidential and professional manner.
• Ability to form and maintain effective counseling relationships with clients.
• Sensitive, creative and an understanding of people and their interactions.
• Must have the ability to function effectively in a diverse environment.
• Extensive experience in leading the process of ongoing strategic planning.
• Ability to establish priorities oversees progress towards goals and track details.
• Must be well organized and able to communicate and work collaboratively with colleagues, campus departments and student groups.
• Outstanding and effective communication skills demonstrated by the ability to interact effectively and professionally with a wide range of individuals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas / Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Applications Deadline

December 8, 2025