Academic Advisor

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Liberal Arts at Auburn University is seeking an Academic Advisor (Levels I, II, or III) to support student success. This role involves guiding students through their academic journey by advising on course selection, degree requirements, and post-graduation plans. The advisor will collaborate with students, faculty, and campus partners to help students achieve their educational and career goals.

Requirements

Level I: Bachelor's degree - no specific discipline OR Master's degree- no specific discipline.
Level II: Bachelor's degree - no specific discipline with 3 years of experience with primary focus of student-related advising or academic counseling OR Master's degree- no specific discipline with 2 years of experience with primary focus of student-related advising or academic counseling.
Level III: Bachelor's degree - no specific discipline with 5 years of experience with primary focus of student-related advising or academic counseling OR Master's degree- no specific discipline with 4 years of experience with primary focus of student-related advising or academic counseling.
Note: For positions that require the employee to teach, a Master's degree will be required.

Responsibilities

Advises students in matters related to goals, policies, choice of curriculum, course load, study habits, course scheduling, academic action, and problem resolution. Makes appropriate referrals.
Interprets University policies, procedures, and curriculum to students, faculty, and staff.
Works with others in order to provide students with timely information on educational options and University policies.
Assists with student orientations.
Verifies, certifies, and/or completes appropriate student-related forms and processes, including graduation, athletics, Veteran Affairs (VA), financial aid, and other university processes.
Maintains student and advising records in accordance with State/Federal law and University regulations, including data security.
Utilizes appropriate technology to support effective advising.
Actively involved in professional development at all levels (campus, and regional/national), represents the academic unit through participation on University committees, caucus leadership, and/or teaching courses, and networks with other departments and/or colleges and the Office of the Director of Advising to ensure a coordinated approach to advising and retention.
Facilitates college- and/or university-level advising projects.
Develops goals and objectives for improvement of the advising unit in conjunction with the direct supervisor; implements the plans for improvement of advising functions and models within the college.