Academic Advisor

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This position is at the forefront of retention and graduation efforts by providing information to freshman and sophomore students transitioning into the university on majors, degree requirements, academic progress, academic standards, policies, programs, and student information systems through educational planning, problem-solving, and resource/referral information. The position assists with proactive retention strategies for at-risk students including reaching out to at-risk students at early warning and midterm reporting periods.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide academic advisement to NCCU's first year, sophomore, transfer students, and students returning to complete their degrees in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences and University College through one-on-one meetings, workshops, or presentations regarding majors, degree requirements, academic progress, and selection of courses for future semesters.

Excellent organizational and communication skills. Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission and structure of NCCU programs and curricula.

Master's degree preferred in counseling or related field. Preferred requirements include Master's degree in education, counseling, criminal justice, social work, psychology, family and consumer sciences, public administration, kinesiology or recreation administration. Required minimum bachelors degree.

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Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University ( NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

This position will provide academic advisement to NCCU's University College constituents (first year students, sophomores, transfer students, and students returning for the EndZone Initiative to complete the BSS degree) through one-on-one meetings, workshops, or presentations regarding majors, degree requirements, academic progress and selection of course for future semesters.

Assist students in educational planning and problem solving, and give appropriate resources and referrals to campus support services for information and aid in making academic and personal decisions. Develop a course schedule for and with each student.

Advise students about academic standards, policies, programs, and student information systems available to facilitate their success. Meet with advisees several times each semester and, in particular, after identification on early warning and mid semester grade report lists. Maintain and track general and confidential student records. Collaborate with academic departments and student services

Assist the Associate Dean in developing and implementing proactive retention strategies for at-risk students and implementing general advising best practices. Attend departmental meetings and perform other related duties as assigned. Occasional work may be require beyond normal working hours. Participate in information sessions and recruiting activities for prospective students and parents and assist with tasks related to planning and implementing the advising program.