CASAS Professional Advisor

Liberty University • Lynchburg, VA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion, the Professional Advisor provides academic advising and resourcing services to an assigned cohort of Liberty University resident students. The advisor assists with developing and implementing comprehensive academic plans that align with students’ personal, educational, and vocational objectives. This position is a full-time staff position in the College of Applied Studies & Academic Success (CASAS) and reports to the Assistant Director of Professional Advising. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides academic advising and resources to students through one-on-one appointments, group advising sessions, walk-in office hours, email correspondence, and phone calls. Trains and equips students in using the Course Registration Tool (CRT), the Degree Completion Plan Audit (DCPA), and other academic tools available to support student success. Communicates knowledge and understanding of policies, procedures, and services provided on campus, (i.e., Registrar forms and processes, official complaint options, withdrawal policies, external scholarship opportunities, etc.) Contributes to increased student retention by participating in various proactive and outreach initiatives, such as new student and non-registered contact campaigns. Maintains communication with department liaisons about changes and policies within assigned Schools and departments. Supports cooperative initiatives provided by other University departments (i.e., recruiting events, career fairs, etc.) Performs any other academic advising or student support-related duties deemed necessary by CASAS leadership. Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1-2 years of professional experience in higher education or related field required.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer skills.
• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
• Required to travel to local and campus locations.
• Required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
• Required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in higher education or related field required.
• Master's degree required.
• 5+ years of professional experience, with a minimum of 2 years as a Professional Advisor at Liberty University required.
• Required to help support the team by filling temporary gaps in advising service as needed and must have the ability to mentor, support, and train other advising staff.
• To obtain LU-approved driver certification, individuals must be 21 years of age or older, possess a valid driver’s license with a minimum of five (5) years of documented driving history, and maintain a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic advising and resources to students through one-on-one appointments, group advising sessions, walk-in office hours, email correspondence, and phone calls.
• Trains and equips students in using the Course Registration Tool (CRT), the Degree Completion Plan Audit (DCPA), and other academic tools available to support student success.
• Communicates knowledge and understanding of policies, procedures, and services provided on campus, (i.e., Registrar forms and processes, official complaint options, withdrawal policies, external scholarship opportunities, etc.)
• Contributes to increased student retention by participating in various proactive and outreach initiatives, such as new student and non-registered contact campaigns.
• Maintains communication with department liaisons about changes and policies within assigned Schools and departments.
• Supports cooperative initiatives provided by other University departments (i.e., recruiting events, career fairs, etc.)
• Performs any other academic advising or student support-related duties deemed necessary by CASAS leadership.
• Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.

What This Job Offers

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