Academic Advisor

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Prescott, AZ

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The Academic Advisor for Undergraduate Students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott Campus, provides comprehensive academic guidance and student support within a rigorous, aviation and STEM focused learning environment. This role supports students from matriculation through graduation by assisting with academic planning, course selection, degree requirements, university policies, and institutional resources. Advisors work closely with faculty, student services, and campus partners to promote student success, retention, and timely degree completion while upholding Embry-Riddle’s academic standards and mission. The advisor serves as a primary point of contact for undergraduate students, offering individualized advising that aligns academic goals with career aspirations in aviation, aerospace, engineering, security, and related fields. Responsibilities include monitoring academic progress, interpreting degree audits, supporting students on academic probation or at risk, and providing guidance on registration, transfer credit, internships, and experiential learning opportunities. The position also contributes to orientation programs, outreach initiatives, and campus events, and maintains accurate advising records in compliance with university and accreditation requirements. This role requires strong knowledge of Embry-Riddle Prescott academic programs, excellent communication skills, and the ability to support a diverse student population in a fast paced, mission driven campus environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in STEM subject, psychology, sociology, counseling, communication, education or other related field
• 1-3 of experience in Student Support or Administrative

Responsibilities

• Assist students with registration, course selection, academic planning, schedule adjustments, and other program updates.
• Refer students to appropriate university resources when questions arise.
• Engage with the advising team for cross training.
• Enforce university policies and procedures, ensuring students understand degree requirements, transfer credit policies, and the importance of co-curricular engagement.
• Collaborate with faculty and other stakeholders to track student progress, identify at-risk students, and provide timely outreach.
• Work with specified cohorts based off of your committee codes.
• Ensure clear communication with fellow advisors by informing them of any interactions or work conducted with their assigned students.
• Uphold strict confidentiality and ethical advising practices.
• Advisors must stay within their designated scope of responsibility and avoid involvement in decision-making outside their role.
• Attend all required department meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities in person.
• Participate in committees and campus initiatives as assigned.
• Actively contribute to UNIV101 workshops.
• Serve as a liaison to other departments (Admissions, Registrar, Housing, etc.), ensuring clear and appropriate communication.
• Accurately maintain student records using university-approved technology and systems.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing university-wide events such as New Student Orientation, Open House, and Spring Preview Day.
• Represent the advising team at events, fostering connections with prospective and current students, parents, and campus partners.
• Ensure that event participation aligns with the department’s mission and objectives.
• Conduct targeted outreach to first-year students and students identified as academically at-risk.
• Implement proactive strategies to engage and support students in achieving academic success.
• Maintain detailed documentation of outreach efforts and follow-up actions.
• Collaborate with relevant campus colleges and departments to ensure a coordinated approach to student success.

Benefits

• Enjoy up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year.
• You'll also receive 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.
• Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.
• Relax with 15 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level