Job Description Summary

The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by July 15, 2026. Applications received after July 15, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.

Provide academic advising for undergraduate students. Assigned to designated academic major(s). Provide individual and group advising sessions and workshops to facilitate the transition to college and progression to graduation in a timely manner. Collaborate with staff, faculty, and administration to assist with students' progress to degree, curriculum materials, and all advising issues to best meet student needs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor student academic record progression and enrollment status. Update student records in student information system.
• Initiate student contact, providing proactive advising outreach. Advise students on course, minor, and major curriculum options and readmission throughout the calendar year.
• Ensure progress toward timely degree completion and communicate with students regarding progress.
• Collaborate with other advisors, campus departments, and support offices to promote student success and retention efforts.
• Participate in academic reviews that may include scholastic standing.
• Attend and assist with planning and executing programs and events as required.
• Plan and execute events with the living learning community associated with assigned majors.
• Present, prepare for, and advise during orientation and transfer sessions.
• Assist students exploring majors.
• Utilize the student success software to maintain up to date records and notes on students. Create advising materials for students.
• Routinely review, interpret, and post credit from external sources and escalate as appropriate.
• Work with experiential/internship and career advisors to provide up-to-date information related to internship, major, and career choices.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Support students from the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI).
• When appropriate, teach First-Year seminar as assigned.
• Participate on university committee(s), training(s), conference(s), etc. representing your academic unit as assigned.
• Advising may include student support, especially in 4+1 and ABM programs when appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned.