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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an Academic Advisor to join our institution and support students in achieving their educational goals. The ideal candidate will be passionate about student success, possess excellent communication skills, and have a strong understanding of academic programs, policies, and procedures. As an Academic Advisor, you will work closely with students to develop academic plans, monitor progress, and provide guidance on course selection, degree requirements, and career pathways.
The Academic Advisor will serve as a key resource for students navigating their academic journey. You will help students understand institutional policies, identify academic strengths and weaknesses, and connect them with campus resources such as tutoring, counseling, and career services. You will also collaborate with faculty and administrative staff to ensure students receive the support they need to succeed.
In this role, you will maintain accurate and confidential student records, track academic performance, and intervene when students are at risk of falling behind. You will also participate in orientation programs, workshops, and other student development initiatives. Your ability to build rapport with diverse student populations and provide empathetic, student-centered advising will be essential to your success.
To be successful in this role, you should have a background in education, counseling, or a related field, and experience working in a higher education setting. Familiarity with student information systems, degree audit tools, and academic advising best practices is highly desirable. You should be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to helping students thrive academically and personally. If you are enthusiastic about education and enjoy working in a collaborative, student-focused environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Monitor student progress and academic performance
- Assist students in understanding degree requirements
- Provide guidance on institutional policies and procedures
- Refer students to appropriate campus resources
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records
- Participate in student orientation and advising events
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student success
- Identify at-risk students and implement intervention strategies
- Support students in career and transfer planning
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, or related field
- Experience in academic advising or student services
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of academic programs and degree requirements
- Familiarity with student information systems
- Ability to work with diverse student populations
- Organizational and time management skills
- Empathy and a student-centered approach
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Master’s degree preferred
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in academic advising?
- How do you support students who are struggling academically?
- Describe a time you helped a student achieve their goals.
- How do you stay informed about academic policies and programs?
- What tools or systems have you used for advising?
- How do you handle confidential student information?
- What strategies do you use to build rapport with students?
- How do you manage a large caseload of students?
- Describe your experience working with diverse populations.
- Why are you interested in this Academic Advisor position?
