Academic Advisor I
About The Position
The Academic Advisor I position in the Student Affairs Department is a full-time role focused on providing comprehensive academic guidance to students. The advisor will support prospective, new, and continuing students by advising them on degree requirements, course selection, and academic planning. This role involves regular communication with students and faculty to promote enrollment and retention, assisting students with academic issues and University policies, and utilizing student information systems for tracking and facilitating meetings. The advisor will also collaborate with faculty and staff to foster student success, provide referrals to campus resources, interpret academic policies, and assist with new student orientation and Freshman Seminar sessions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Familiarity with higher education structures, policies, and student development principles
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- Ability to remain calm and professional in a variety of situations
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency in standard computer applications with the ability to learn new systems quickly
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience, including assistantships, internships, or related practical experience
- Related experiences in a college or university setting
- Knowledge of university-level advising policies and procedures
- Ability to demonstrate genuine empathy and care for students, their challenges and their successes
- Fluency with software such as Banner, Oredigger Web, DegreeWorks, Navigate, and Canvas
Responsibilities
- Provide academic advising to prospective, new, and continuing students regarding degree requirements, course selection, and academic planning
- Engage in regular communication with students and faculty to support enrollment and retention
- Help students resolve academic issues and navigate University policies and procedures
- Utilize student information systems such as Banner, OrediggerWeb, and EAB Navigate360 to facilitate and track student meetings
- Collaborate and coordinate with faculty and staff to support student success
- Provide referrals to appropriate campus resources
- Interpret and apply academic policies, including catalog requirements and math/writing placement procedures
- Assist with new student orientation sessions and information sessions in Freshman Seminar classes
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
- Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
- 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
- 11 Holidays per year
- 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
- Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
- 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
- Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
- Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
- Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
