Academic Advisor

Jackson State University, United States

Updated: 7 days ago
Location: Jackson, MISSISSIPPI
Deadline: 15 May 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Posting Number
Position Title Academic Advisor
Department Student Success - University Academic Advisement Center
FLSA
Salary Not listed.
Grant Funded Yes
Location Main Campus
Faculty, Staff, Admin or Student Staff
Number of Vacancies 2
Position Summary
The Department of Student Success – University Academic Advisement Center at Jackson State University is accepting applications for its Academic Advisor’s position.

Qualifications


Minimum Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree Preferred).
Minimum Required Experience
Experience in working in higher education and specifically in an academic advising environment.
Minimum Required Licenses and/or Certifications
None.
Qualifications
See knowledge, skills, and abilities along with the job duties.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of excellent orientation programs, University regulations, polices, transfer articulation agreements, and retention models.
  • Knowledge of the Banner System, Degree Works, and the advising module.
  • Knowledge of academic support strategies and methods.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and computer applications.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Advise Freshmen to Senior level students to include transfer students (this includes nights
    and weekends during high peak enrollment seasons).
  • Complete pre-registration/registration schedules, add(s)/drops(s), withdrawals, and change of major forms.
  • Monitor student progress on a systematic basis throughout the year.
  • Assist with the identification, selection, admittance, and registration of students.
  • Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing orientation, assessment, and placement of students in appropriate curricula and/or courses.
  • Teach University Success Courses.
  • Evaluate transcripts for incoming and continuing transfer students.
  • Articulate transfer and AP courses to reflect JSU course equivalences.
  • Create individualized action plans to help each student achieve academic goals.
  • Devise and implement programs and strategies that will increase the retention rate of students.
  • Update university programs and curriculums.
  • Perform degree audits.
  • Complete all requested reports.
  • Attend all meetings and programs in the unit.
  • Serve on unit and university committees.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information


EEO Statement
Jackson State University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Background Check Statement
Jackson State University is committed to providing a safe campus. JSU conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include reference checks, criminal history/record check and when appropriate a credit report or driving history report.
Open Date 05/01/2024
Close Date 05/15/2024
Open Until Filled (overrides close field) No
Special Instructions to Applicants

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