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Job outlook for counseling department chairpeople in the United States
Are counseling department chairperson jobs in demand?
Counseling department chairperson job and salary trends over time
Counseling department chairperson jobs over time
Counseling department chairperson job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 332 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 327 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 332 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 319 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 304 | 0.00% |
Average counseling department chairperson salary over time
Counseling department chairperson salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $45,486 | $21.87 | +1.9% |
| 2024 | $44,640 | $21.46 | +1.3% |
| 2023 | $44,069 | $21.19 | +1.6% |
| 2022 | $43,365 | $20.85 | +1.6% |
| 2021 | $42,699 | $20.53 | +1.7% |
Counseling department chairperson jobs by state
Most common states for counseling department chairpeople
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 106 | 8% |
| 2 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 79 | 8% |
| 3 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 87 | 7% |
| 4 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 40 | 7% |
| 5 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 198 | 6% |
| 6 | Alaska | 739,795 | 46 | 6% |
| 7 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 44 | 6% |
| 8 | Vermont | 623,657 | 37 | 6% |
| 9 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 547 | 5% |
| 10 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 368 | 5% |
| 11 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 325 | 5% |
| 12 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 306 | 5% |
| 13 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 291 | 5% |
| 14 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 276 | 5% |
| 15 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 274 | 5% |
| 16 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 189 | 5% |
| 17 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 188 | 5% |
| 18 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 98 | 5% |
| 19 | Delaware | 961,939 | 48 | 5% |
| 20 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 375 | 4% |
Most common cities for counseling department chairpeople
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | 1 | 0% | $62,445 |
Counseling Department Chairperson job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of counseling department chairperson experts
Lewis University
Lisa Brown
Assistant ProfessorLewis University
School Counseling Program
What soft skills should all Counseling Department Chairpeople possess?
Lisa Brown: School counselors must be efficient. They may have large caseloads of students for which they are responsible. Being able to prioritize, manage their time, and have a strong work ethic are necessary components to success. Attitude is also key. School counselors are to be empathic, approachable, and nonjudgmental. This means school counselors need to be open to learning from others and be willing to confront any bias or prejudice they may hold.
School counselors are collaborators within the school system and may work as part of a large team that may include the student, parents, teachers, coaches, deans, social workers, psychiatrists, and so forth. School counselors must understand and demonstrate teamwork and conflict resolution.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Counseling Department Chairpeople?
Lisa Brown: Because of the prevalence of social/emotional issues within K-12, especially in the last few years, school counselors need to have assessment skills. School counselors need to identify any red flags in their students that may indicate the student is struggling. This goes beyond academics and includes aspects such as interpersonal skills and self-worth.
Similar to assessment is data analysis. The gathering of data does not stop after a student is assessed but rather is just beginning. School counselors are held accountable to demonstrate the interventions they are utilizing are working. Data is also used to secure future funds. If an intervention used within the fall resulted in little change, a school district might not allocate funds to continue to use the same program. School counselors utilize data to demonstrate how effective they are and advocate for additional resources to address social/emotional issues within their student body.
As we learned during COVID-19, school counselors need to be tech-savvy. Many students are still learning remotely or are utilizing a hybrid format. While this has been quite helpful for some students, others are falling through the cracks. School counselors have had to get creative in checking in with their students and are doing so through technology.
What skills will help Counseling Department Chairpeople earn the most?
Lisa Brown: Earning potential for school counselors is not likely to vary based on skillset, but rather the state or school district. Salary may vary based on the type of degree (master's versus doctorate) and level of experience. I am unsure of what skills may increase one's salary. As a counselor educator, I advise my students to remain relevant. Part of being successful in our field understands how current events shape the lives and needs of our students. Currently, there is a great need for school counselors to understand trauma, LGBTQ+ identities, and how to establish an anti-racist school.