Academic Advisor III Jobs at Fort Valley State University
Sample Academic Advisor III Job Description
Academic Advisor III
JOB SUMMARY
These positions report to the Director of Academic Advising & Retention. The incumbent functions as an Academic Advisor in the Student Engagement & Achievement (SEA) Center. The Academic Advisor advises students to assist them in making appropriate educational decisions specific to their education plan at Fort Valley State University. Also, the Advisor recommends courses for students to take, stays updated on course requirements, and counsels students on academic policies and issues.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supports the mission of the SEA Center by helping students explore academic opportunities, identify goals, and assists in implementing plans to reach those goals.
- Assists with engaging a community of advising including faculty advisors, collaborative offices, and all Freshmen and Sophomore undergraduate students through trainings, seminars, programs, events, and related initiatives.
- Advises Freshmen and Sophomore undergraduate students across all disciplines in assigned caseloads and academic interests including, but not limited to, students listed as undecided students, transfer students, and readmitted students.
- Will have considerable responsibilities for advising and will take a leadership role in other advising programming at the discretion of the Director of Academic Advising & Retention and/or the Executive Director of the SEA Center.
- Performs other related duties as assigned as directed by the Director of Academic Advising & Retention, Assistant Director of Academic Advising & Retention, and Executive Director of the SEA Center.
- Provides academic advising to support student retention and other retention initiatives
- Identifies and helps resolve obstacles impeding the academic success of students
- Analyzes students' academic and personal issues/concerns and provides referral/intervention services
- Supports students in developing a required academic plan to meet progression requirements
- Explains academic policies, procedures, and guidelines to students to meet their educational goals
- Educates students about the value of academic advising and the importance of the registration process
- Guides students through college and university level administrative processes
- Maintains appropriate student records and documents student interactions
- May be assigned to support specific academic departments, programs, or student populations
- Utilizes advising technology systems to manage student data
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
- Knowledge of academic culture, policies, and procedures
- Ability to exhibit a positive attitude and to collaborate with coworkers, students, faculty, and staff tactfully and courteously in order maintain effective service-oriented relationships
- Knowledge of university personnel and budget management policies.
- Knowledge of higher education practices and standards.
- Knowledge of current and developing trends in student retention and success.
- Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
- Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
- Skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
- Skills in oral and written communication.
QUALIFICATIONS
Level III
- Master's degree and 3+ years of relevant work experience
- Demonstrates all required knowledge, skills, and abilities of an Academic Advisor Level I and II
- Increased scope of responsibility, which may include complex programs, faculty support, technology systems, or other duties
- May train or mentor student assistants, peer advisors, and/or Academic Advisors Level I, II, or III
- Assists in developing and implementing advising unit goals and strategies
- Assists with engaging a community of advising including faculty advisors, collaborative offices, and all undergraduate students through trainings, seminars, programs, events, and related initiatives.
- Assists the Director of Academic Advising and Assistant Director of Academic Advising in the administrative duties of the SEA Center including, but not limited to, strategic planning, representing the department on various committees and work groups.
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