Academic Advisor in Communication

largest employers in North Carolina, offering a large range of career opportunities. Visit us at https://jobs.hr.ncsu.edu/ . Location: Raleigh, NC Essential Job Duties: The Department of Communication at North Carolina State University invites applications for an undergraduate academic advising position. This position is a full-time, 12-month appointment. The successful candidate will provide academic advice to undergraduate Communication majors and will facilitate coherence, stability, and consistency to the academic program. Responsibilities include: Advise students about completion of communication major curriculum requirements. Help students define academic goals and gain an understanding of how to achieve them. Understand and communicate to students the implications of the various program plans and degree progress. Help students develop their academic focus within the major. Assist in planning of program events, including spring and fall commencement ceremonies. Keep abreast of relevant course offerings across the College and campus and maintain connections with student service staff across campus. Understand, interpret, and enforce University, College, and Departmental policies while exploring academic and professional options. Help students make transitions and access the full range of university resources. Other Work/Responsibilities: Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities. Minimum Experience/Education: Post-baccalaureate credentials preferred. A bachelor's degree plus equivalent professional training and experience may be considered. Required Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal skills including strong communication skills. Demonstrated skills in the areas of judgment, decision-making, problem solving, organization, and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment. Knowledge of University, College and Departmental policies, procedures, and requirements. Understanding of communication as an academic discipline. Proficient in social media, excel, word, power point, instructional software (Moodle, Blackboard, Zoom, etc.). Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated interest and foundation in Communication (e.g., multiple undergraduate courses, major, or minor in the discipline). An understanding of university structure and administration, including the relationship between student affairs units and academic units. Experience working with academic programs, preferably in college student affairs, counseling or a related field. Professional advising experience in a university setting or experience as a graduate assistant in an academic advising role. A record of success in working with undergraduates. Required License or Certification: N/A AA/EEO Statement: NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu . Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.