Academic Advisor I

Georgia State University•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletics Department at Georgia State University is seeking to hire an Academic Advisor I. The Academic Advisor I will assist academic departments/units with verbal or written academic plans, advisement interpretation, and implementation of University policies and procedures in the areas of student enrollment and evaluation. This position provides information and advises both enrolled and prospective students regarding the academic programs offered by the university or a specific department, including requirements for admission and retention through graduation.

Requirements

Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Understanding of how databases work.
Practical experience with databases.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Banner.

Responsibilities

Advise prospective and current students about academic requirements and selection of courses.
Disseminates information on university policies and procedures to faculty, parents, students, etc.
Monitors class academic progression and assign necessary tutoring.
Maintains students’ files updated throughout their academic careers and make changes to records as necessary.
Coordinates communications to students regarding course scheduling, core and major requirements, academic resources, etc.
Refers students with academic discrepancies to proper officials for further action.
Evaluates and determines transfer credits; researches course descriptions to determine transferability.
Audits student records for curriculum, major, and graduation requirements.
Conduct orientation sessions for groups of incoming students.
Serve as liaison to University orientation activities.
Monitor NCAA continuing eligibility throughout the year as it relates to assigned teams.
Monitor and tracks the retention, progression and graduation of all students within assigned population.
Perform other duties as assigned by Sr. Associate AD-Student Athlete Development