Academic Advisor (multiple vacancies)

Appalachian State University • Boone, NC

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Academic Advisors in the Office of Advising and Academic Support in the Beaver College of Health Sciences at Appalachian State University provide a variety of services to undergraduate Health Sciences majors and serve students in one or more of the following programs: Communication Sciences & Disorders; Exercise Science; Health Care Management; Health, Physical Education & Coaching; Health Sciences; Nursing; Nutrition & Foods; Public Health; Recreation Management; and Social Work. Advisors collaborate with BCHS records staff, department chairs, program directors, faculty mentors, and others to ensure student success. In addition, advisors are familiar with and work closely with colleagues in other units on campus, including Financial Aid, Student Success, Transfer Admissions and Engagement, Registrar, etc. The primary reporting location for this position will be at the Boone, NC campus.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution
• At least one year of professional experience working as an academic advisor in higher education
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience cultivating and supporting a welcoming community and a workplace culture of collaboration and respect through education and inclusive practices
• Excellent written communication skills
• Demonstrated success taking initiative and working independently
• Strong organizational ability with attention to detail and accuracy
• High level of proficiency using Google G-Suite and ability to quickly learn technical advising tools

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree earned in student development, counseling, higher education, or a related field
• Experience advising online students
• Experience advising transfer students
• Experience advising adult learners

Responsibilities

• Assisting undergraduate students in developing appropriate and realistic academic plans via individualized graduation plans, as well as proactively monitoring academic progress.
• Assisting students with course selection and obtaining or granting special permissions for course enrollment when needed.
• Assisting students who are having academic difficulty by providing resources and strategies for achieving academic success.
• Disseminating information about academic programs and policies to new and continuing students.
• Serving as a liaison with the assigned academic program(s).
• Providing guidance to faculty and staff on student issues and academic policies.
• Attending special events and meetings as needed.
• Other duties or special projects as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees