Academic Advisor

Fayetteville State University

Commensurate with Education & Experience

United States, North Carolina, Fayetteville

1200 Murchison Road (Show on map)

May 07, 2025

Position Information

Position Title:	Academic Advisor
Working Title:	Academic Advisor
Position Number:	008021
Full-Time Or Part-Time:	Full Time
Time Limited Position:	No
Number of Vacancies:	1
Department:	Bronco One Stop
Posting Number:	0401768
SHRA/EHRA:	Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Job Category:	Professional
Hiring Range:	Commensurate with Education & Experience
Overall Position Competency:	Flat Rate
Primary Purpose of the Organization:	The Broadwell College of Business and Economics is dedicated to providing a quality business education to a diverse student population. The College prepares students to meet the challenges of a changing environment and to compete in a global market. This is accomplished by supplementing the University's strong teaching emphasis with research and a curriculum that reflects changing market conditions. The College also assists in regional economic transformation by promoting entrepreneurial and economic education.
Primary Purpose of the Position:	This academic advisor position will provide full time advising support for undergraduate students in the Broadwell College of Business and Economics. This will increase student access to academic advising and increase faculty time available to provide student mentoring and to pursue research interests. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Serve as initial point of contact for any student who declares their major within the advisor's department. Respond to inquiries from prospective students and majors via email, phone, in-person, or campus visitations. Assist students with the declaration of major process, including providing advice to those who are unable to declare their major due to their GPA or other issues. Process declarations of major, enter the appropriate information into Banner, including the assignment of a faculty mentor and notifying the appropriate faculty mentor and department chair of any new majors. Review transcripts, certifications, or other official forms identifying approved academic credit and evaluate the course equivalencies for the university core curriculum and the degree program. Develop an academic degree plan for each student which provides a clear path to earning a degree in their chosen major. Provide guidance to any online majors to assist them in understanding online degree completion programs and with the process of completing necessary lower-level courses at other institutions. Create and maintain a student folder for each student which contains all appropriate documents and advising records. Provide on-going academic advising for each student in the major, which includes: Assisting the student with the selection of their courses each semester and providing them with their Alternative PINS once they have been properly advised. Completing appropriate student paperwork, such as requests for course waivers/substitutions, course overloads, permission to take courses at other institutions, course repeats, etc. Monitoring the progress of majors toward graduation and intervening with majors to encourage registration, appropriate course selection, use of available academic support and other resources, timely application for graduation, etc. Complete the process of clearing students for graduation. Provide guidance to students experiencing academic difficulty or other problems: Create a success plan for each student in academic difficulty. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:	A Bachelor's degree required. Prefer a degree in social sciences, counseling or related fields. A minimum of two years of advising, recruitment, counseling, coaching or tutoring experience. Two years of proven experience working with adult learners preferred.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:	Must be able to relate to low-income/potential first generation students. Ability to follow directions to implement evidence-based program. Excellent organizational skills to document services accurately and meet deadlines. Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills. Interest in working with adult learners.
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Notice to Applicants:	Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase "see resume." Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled:	Yes
Additional Information for Applicants:	All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.
EEO Statement:	This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable). Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Veteran's Statement:	Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Quick Link:	https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/27253