Part-Time Academic Advisor

Middlesex College•New Brunswick, NJ

11d•$0 - $23

About The Position

The Part-Time Academic Advisor provides holistic academic advising to current and new students at the New Brunswick Center. The advisor helps students explore options, set goals, create plans, complete programs using the Guided Pathways model, and connect with relevant college and community resources. The role includes in-person, electronic, group, and virtual advising and information sessions, along with administrative and student-support duties.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
One year of experience in student advising, enrollment services, counseling, or financial aid in a higher education environment.
Experience working with diverse student populations.
Experience coordinating in-person and virtual information sessions.
Knowledge of resources available to students who do not qualify for traditional financial aid.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the Zoom Conference platform.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Excellent written, computer, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Provide holistic advising, helping students explore options, set goals, and create plans to achieve desired outcomes.
Communicate proactively with students throughout all phases of the student experience.
Provide in-person and electronic academic advising to current and new students.
Stay current on enrollment and student support services; inform students about financial aid deadlines and regulations and refer them to support services.
Assist students with program completion, following the Guided Pathways model.
Assist with preparation for and participation in Group Advising.
Coordinate group or virtual sessions about Student Planning and Middlesex College resources.
Participate in verification of Non-Compliance reports.
May provide administrative coverage when the Assistant Director is absent.
Work collaboratively with administrators on retention strategies.
Assist students with accessing the Food Pantry.
May lead information sessions at local community sites.
May assist with telephone coverage.
Perform other duties as assigned.