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Inside Higher Ed · 1 day ago

Academic Advisor, College of Computing & Software Engineering

Kennesaw, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$44K/yr - $50K/yr

1+ years exp

Kennesaw State University is one of the largest public institutions in the country, aiming to transform lives through academic excellence and innovative research. The Academic Advisor will assess and advise students on academic requirements, provide guidance on career exploration, and connect students with necessary resources to promote their success.

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Responsibilities

Provide high-quality academic advising services to current and prospective KSU students

Develops multi-semester degree planning following major curriculum guidelines, aligns students¿ academic interests and aptitudes with appropriate professional goals

Connects students with appropriate academic and non-academic student services that promote their success, and maintaining thorough and accurate documentation of individual advising sessions

Meets formally with students to develop meaningful connections

Attends and participates in advising sessions for new and incoming students, both at orientation and in pre-orientation advising sessions with students and families

Participates in college or institutional student success initiatives

Utilizes and incorporates best practices identified through the analysis of reports/analytics related to advising activity, student success metrics, etc

Contributes to the coordination of unit-level communication plans regarding key milestones, registration deadlines, academic resources, etc

Monitors and documents the retention, progression, and graduation of students within the assigned population, and offer proactive outreach to the assigned populations within the appropriate system

Qualification

Academic advisingStudent success initiativesHigher education experienceProject managementCommunication skillsCustomer serviceIndependent judgmentOrganizationInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsTime managementTeamworkAttention to detailPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education

One (1) year of experience in a student success or support related role

Able to access and maintain confidential student information

Able to interact effectively with students

Able to work evenings and weekends to support College initiatives, events and/or activities

Able to deal with multiple tasks or projects at one-time meeting assigned deadlines

Participates in ongoing professional development activities that enhance academic advising outcomes

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Banner, Electronic Records Management systems, EAB, Microsoft Office Suite, and other systems related to student support)

Strong attention to detail and follow up skills

Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Preferred

Experience in a higher education setting

Demonstrated commitment to academic advising as a key component of student success, as evidenced by prior experiences, such as peer leadership, student affairs leadership, peer advising, or curriculum design, letters of recommendation, and interview(s)

An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field