ACADEMIC ADVISOR II

$60,424 - $60,424/Yr

University of Georgia - Athens, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Athens, GA

5,001-10,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Academic Advisor II at the University of Georgia is responsible for providing academic advising to approximately 225 criminal justice majors and intended majors. This role requires a thorough understanding of university policies, course offerings, and degree requirements, as well as effective communication and problem-solving skills. The advisor will maintain regular contact with students, manage student records, and assist with academic difficulties while collaborating with various campus offices to enhance student programming and support.

Responsibilities

• Advises and clears approximately 225 criminal justice majors and intended majors for registration every semester.
• Maintains regular and effective communication with students via email, phone, and videoconferencing.
• Updates and maintains student records for junior/senior criminal justice majors.
• Provides information about campus resources for student needs.
• Answers questions regarding Double Dawg programs and directs students to appropriate contacts for other UGA majors.
• Assists students with academic difficulties, providing resources and contacts as necessary.
• Provides information regarding student appeals of academic requirements.
• Evaluates student requests to overload hours and curriculum exceptions.
• Answers questions regarding career and graduate school opportunities.
• Makes decisions in granting permissions of department.
• Meets with prospective students, transfers, and families.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of major, university, and college-wide degree requirements.
• Assists with requests regarding transfer credit equivalencies.
• Processes applications for admission to the criminal justice program, including communicating with applicants about their status.
• Serves as the Program's representative in all matters pertaining to student advising, attending necessary meetings with Arts and Sciences and SPIA advising offices.
• Presents advising related information at meetings for applicants, new majors, and prospective interns.
• Updates website and assists with the identification of needed changes to curriculum for program of study.
• Reviews Bulletin and drafts proposed changes.
• Assists with annual recognition of seniors.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree in the field is required.
• A master's degree and at least one arts & sciences degree is preferred.
• Previous advising experience is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Cultural sensitivity and understanding of diverse student needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan options (TRS or ORP)
• Full-time employment benefits eligibility