How to hire a professor of counseling

How to hire a professor of counseling, step by step

Here's a step-by-step professor of counseling hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a professor of counseling job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new professor of counseling
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the professor of counseling you need to hire. Certain professor of counseling roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   A professor of counseling's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, professors of counseling from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents professor of counseling salaries for various positions.

   Type of Professor Of Counseling	Description	Hourly rate
   Professor Of Counseling	Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a wide variety of academic and career and technical subjects beyond the high school level. They also conduct research and publish scholarly papers and books.	$18-61
   General Education Teacher	A general education teacher teaches all students in a general education classroom a primary academic curriculum. They are tasked with the implementation of any modifications that affect a general classroom... Show more	$11-25
   Professor	A professor is a teaching professional who provides instructions to students on various academic and vocational subjects in colleges, universities, and vocational schools. Professors design curriculums for courses and ensure that they meet college and department students... Show more	$42-134

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Advisory Committee
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   Responsibilities:

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your professor of counseling job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A professor of counseling can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, professors of counseling' average salary in hawaii is 49% less than in massachusetts.
   • Seniority. Entry-level professors of counseling 70% less than senior-level professors of counseling.
   • Certifications. A professor of counseling with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a professor of counseling's salary.

   Average professor of counseling salary

   $71,247yearly

   $34.25 hourly rate

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   Entry-level professor of counseling salary

   $39,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 27, 2025

4. Writing a professor of counseling job description

   A professor of counseling job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a professor of counseling job description:

   Professor of counseling job description example

   The faculty person is primarily responsible for teaching eight 7-week courses online. He/she will have 3 units of release time to perform designated administrative functions for developing the counseling program. Periodically, various programmatic activities related to the Townsend Institute and Concordia University may be assigned.

   APPOINTMENT

   • Faculty are appointed by the Provost in consultation with the University President, the Dean of the School of Professional Studies and the Executive Director of the Townsend Institute

   STAFF RELATIONSHIPS

   • Reports to Executive Director (ED) and Director of the Counseling Program (DCP) of the Townsend Institute
   • Dean of the School of Professional Studies (DSPP)
   • Director of Curriculum and Assessment of the Townsend Program (DCA)
   • Program Academic Advisor (PAA)
   • Program Assistant (PA)

   EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

   The following are the minimum requirements for this position:

   • A terminal degree in Counselor Education (EDD or PhD).
   • Licensure in Mental Health Counseling or Licensed Professional Counselor with a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience
   • Understanding and experience in using the Townsend model in a clinical setting
   • A faculty member in good standing for a minimum of 3 years or commensurate level of experience in a clinical or business/non-profit setting may be acceptable

   PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES

   Responsibilities involve but are not limited to:

   • Teaching eight 7-week courses online which involves regular communication with students, grading assignments within a reasonable timeframe, collaborating with the academic counselor for students struggling academically, participating in the evaluation of the course, recommending curriculum improvements, and be a resource to students regarding issues with technology, curriculum or other student concerns. He/she will collaborate with the PAA when appropriate.
   • Attend and assist in coordination of the bi-annual Kick-Off Conferences for the MA Counseling Program under the direction of the ED.
   • Periodically attend graduation ceremonies in May and December and the Faculty Retreat in August.
   • Assists with improving course content and online delivery of the counseling program with the ED, DCP and DCA.
   • Is available to the DCP and DCA as they lead the CACREP Accreditation self-study and preparation for the site visit to ensure accreditation of the program before the first graduating class in May 2019.
   • With the ED, DCP and DCA assist and ensure all program components are aligned to the Townsend Institute and University's mission, as well as appropriate WUSCUS (accrediting body for Western states) standards.
   • Assists in evaluation of courses taught with the DCA and recommend curriculum improvements.
   • Use 3 units of release time for two of the following or other passions you have that will advance the mission and vision of the Townsend Institute and Concordia University:
     • Collaborates with the ED and Graduate Admissions office in developing relationships with undergraduate psychology faculty at member institutions of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities to recruit their students to the counseling program.
     • Coordinate retention services for students and monitor students' continuation in the program, especially during the registration periods, in collaboration with the PAA, DCP and ED
     • Develop a strong relationship with graduates (i.e. counseling alumni) and coordinate communication and additional resources for their continued success and connection with the Townsend Institute. Collaborate and coordinate these activities with the Alumni office.
     • Research that contributes to the development of the counseling program curriculum.
     • Review all marketing materials to make sure it is up-to-date and relevant to potential students.
     • Develop a "best practices" document for online faculty.

   LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND ABILITIES

   • Exemplify the Christian philosophy stated in Concordia University's mission statement in all aspects of day-to-day duties and responsibilities assigned to this position
   • Communicate with warmth, understanding, vulnerability and helpfulness when interacting with students, staff, faculty, and/or the general public
   • Develop and maintain positive relationships, sensing others' emotions and actively interested in their concerns
   • Collaborate with the team and other departments in carrying out the program
   • Exhibit a cheerful, optimistic, loyal, team-member attitude toward the purposes, programs, policies, and goals of the university
   • Directly and in a timely manner communicate conflict and/or different perspectives and opinions to others. Know how to resolve conflict and disagreement that maintain a health relationship.
   • Find creative win-win solutions for students, faculty, other University departments and/or the general public
   • Recognize and give priority to the needs of students, faculty, other University departments and/or the general public
   • Take initiative with a readiness to act and create and seize opportunities
   • Adaptable and flexible to changing situations, overcoming obstacles and last minute changes
   • Drive to improve performance in self, team and programs
   • Initiate, manage and lead new directions when the current situation warrants change
   • Motivate and leads with a compelling vision that is motivating and clear
   • Use a wide range of engaging tactics for persuasion
   • Accurately aware of one's emotions and their impact on others
   • Accurately aware of strengths and limits
   • Lead with self-confidence and an engaging presence
   • Recognize the real issues in conversations, with departments and the overall organization with the ability to address them directly and warmly
   • Maintain confidentiality

   
   
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5. Post your job

   To find professors of counseling for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any professors of counseling they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level professors of counseling with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your professor of counseling job on Zippia to find and recruit professor of counseling candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as k12jobspot, learn4good, serious teachers, teachingjobs.com.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit professors of counseling, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new professor of counseling

   Once you have selected a candidate for the professor of counseling position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new professor of counseling. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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