Academic Advisor I

Academic Advisor I

Company:
North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category:
Academic Advising

Type:
Full-Time

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Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
The Academic Advisor position is part of a professional advising team of five, under the guidance of the Director of Biological Sciences Advising and Evaluation. Along with faculty advisors, this team provides academic advising to undergraduates (sophomores-seniors) with majors in the department. The Academic Advisor will provide appropriate advising support (developmental, prescriptive, and/or proactive) for each student with whom they work.

The Academic Advisor will develop a comprehensive understanding of policies and procedures relevant to students, life science majors offered by the department, resources and opportunities for undergraduates at NC State, and career pathways appropriate for students majoring in the life sciences. The successful candidate will manage a large caseload of advisees (up to 275 students). In addition to one-on-one advising, they will perform program-level duties to support the continued excellence and improvement of our undergraduate programs.

As a member of the advising team, the successful candidate will take regular shifts of departmental walk-in advising and respond to emails sent to the generic advising account. Based on their interests, experiences, and strengths, the candidate will also participate in other tasks related to advising and student success in the Department of Biological Sciences.

Other Work/Responsibilities:
Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Minimum Experience/Education:

• Requires post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor's degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated willingness to take initiative; attention to detail; cultural competency
• Commitment to work both independently and with a team of advisors, staff, faculty, and administrators to improve student success, and well-being
• Commitment to developing a comprehensive understanding of degree programs, policies, procedures, resources, opportunities, and career pathways relevant to undergraduates studying the life sciences at NC State University
• Proven ability to work and communicate effectively with students, staff, faculty, and administration both in person and via email
• Experience advising and supporting college students as they develop and work toward their academic and professional goals

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 2 least years of experience specifically advising undergraduate students in Biology or related areas
• Undergraduate or advanced degree in the biological sciences
• Experience managing an advising caseload of 200+ undergraduates
• Demonstrated leadership potential
• Experience with student information systems and administrative processes
• Demonstrated commitment to student success, accessibility, and well-being
• Experience advising students interested in healthcare careers
• Experience developing and implementing programming that supports student success and well-being

Required License or Certification:

• N/A