Academic Advisor Academic Advising Center

East Carolina University, United States

Updated: 6 days ago
Location: Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Deadline: 14 Jun 2024

Posting Details
Position Information


Job Title Academic Advisor Academic Advising Center
Position Number 930565
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Department AAH Academic Advising Center
Department Homepage https://advising.ecu.edu/
Advertising Department ACADEMIC ADVISING & SUPPORT CENTER
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title Academic Advisor
Working Title Academic Advisor
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $41,513 - $53,000
Position Location (City) Greenville
Position Type Non-Faculty
Job Category Non-Faculty Instructional & Research
Organizational Unit Overview
This position reports to the Associate Director of the Academic Advising and Support Center (AASC). The AASC houses advising for: Undecided students, College of Fine Arts and Communication, College of Allied Health Sciences, and Pre-professional.
Job Duties
The Academic Advisor’s primary role is to provide individual advising to undergraduate students. The Advisor works with students to enhance engagement in their major, college, university, and community at large. The position makes personal contact with students; provides guidance about proper procedures regarding all necessary academic forms and use of electronic advising resources; refers students to appropriate university units, learning resources, and personnel; obtains and supplies students with supportive technical information; and meets with students who are in academic difficulty. In addition, the Advisor will help students with course selection, entry into a concentration, registration, and review of records.
The Academic Advisor will serve as a member of the academic advising team. The Academic Advisor works in partnership with undergraduate degree program directors and faculty to ensure that students stay on course with professional requirements throughout their program of study. The Advisor participates in professional development opportunities, teaches freshman seminars, and serves on university committees. The Advisor participates in university events and recruitment activities such as Open House and new student orientations. The Advisor is also responsible for recommending and implementing new and improved programs and systems to improve student retention and persistence to graduation.
Key Responsibilities
Advisors in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (CFAC) provide one-on-one advising for students from freshman year through graduation. This requires intentional contact with students at-risk. The Advisors for CFAC also work directly with their schools on recruitment and retention efforts. Advisors assist with enrollment management and constantly review the course schedules and wait list to determine which classes are under-enrolled and which classes need additional seats or sections. Advisors also work closely with Directors and Associate Directors on curriculum revisions and ensuring curriculum is accurate in Acalog and pulling correctly into Banner and Degree Works. Advisors work closely with the various Living and Learning communities within the college and assist with recruiting and enrolling students into the appropriate LLC classes as well as programing
Academic Advising – 70
-Manage an active student advising caseload up to 300 students in the College of Fine Arts and Communication.
-Maintain and uphold university policies and expectation of professional advising.
-Utilize precise record keeping regarding student advising caseload.
Project Management/Leadership- 15
-Manage special projects and advising initiatives independently as assigned by immediate supervisor.
-Monitor and report activities related to position regarding student course plans, course needs and projections.
-Actively participate on committees including advisory and departmental/programs.
Recruitment/Retention – 15
-Assist Academic Advising with recruitment and outreach projects related to enrollment initiatives.
-Assist with recruitment efforts such as Pirates Aboard, Open House, Pirates in Your Town, Pirate Promise, freshman orientation and transfer orientation.
-Provide information regarding program specific outreach and needs.
This position is contingent upon available funding.
Minimum Education/Experience
This position requires a master’s degree received from an appropriately accredited institution and conferred by the time of hire.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
N/A
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
The following criteria are preferred for this position: Teaching, advising, and/or counseling experience in higher education; knowledge of college student development; and strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and customer service skills. Strong computer skills and should enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Special Instructions to Applicant
East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.
Two to three original letters of reference are required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date 02/22/2024
Open Until Filled No
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. 06/14/2024
Initial Screening Begins 03/08/2024
Rank Level
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/68994
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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