"Academic Advisor"

Position Information

Position Title: Academic Advisor

Working Title: Academic Advisor

Position Number: 006348

Full-Time Or Part-Time: Full Time

Time Limited Position: No

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: College Access Programs

Posting Number: 0401803

SHRA/EHRA: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Job Category: Professional

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Overall Position Competency: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Primary Purpose of the Organization:

Fayetteville State University’s Office of College Access Programs is designed to provide low-income/potential first-generation college students with support services that will enhance their academic skills, thereby ensuring that these students will complete high school and enroll in and complete programs of postsecondary education.

The Educational Opportunity Centers program provides counseling and information on college admissions to qualified high school seniors and adults who want to enter or continue a program of postsecondary education. The program also provides services to improve the financial and economic literacy of participants. An important objective of the program is to counsel participants on financial aid options, including basic financial planning skills, and to assist in the application process. The goal of the EOC program is to increase the number of high school seniors and adult participants who enroll in postsecondary education institutions.

Primary Purpose of the Position:

Primary purpose of position is to aid under-represented populations in postsecondary education with college entry and matriculation through assistance with financial aid and college admission applications.

This position work location will be located at NC Works and other locations throughout Robeson County, NC, four days a week and report to Fayetteville State University Campus once a week. Selected candidate should have the ability to commute to and from both locations on a weekly basis.

This position is funded by a state grant and has been designated Time – Limited. Continuation of this position is contingent upon the continuing availability of those non-state funds.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree required. Prefer a degree in social sciences, counseling or related fields. A minimum of two years of advising, recruitment, counseling, coaching or tutoring experience. Two years of proven experience working with adult learners preferred.
• Experience working with low-income/potential first generation students.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Communicate with the population being served by the program, as well as with college personnel and community agencies.
• Must be strongly committed to working with low-income individuals and should be familiar with the needs of the target population.
• Ability to follow directions to implement evidence-based program
• Excellent organizational skills to document services accurately and meet deadlines
• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills,
• Interest in working with adult learners.

Preferred Qualifications:

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Special Instructions To Applicants:

Notice to Applicants:

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.” Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Additional Information for Applicants:

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement:

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement:

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Quick Link: https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/27412

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years of work experience do you possess in advising university or community college students?
   • No experience
   • 1-2 years
   • 2-3 years
   • 3 years or more
2. * Please describe your work experience in a higher education setting, preferably in academic advising, counseling or student affairs?
   (Open Ended Question)

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Other Documents Continued