Please see Special Instructions for more details.
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Number
[contact details available in the full listing]
Classification Title
Academic Advisor
Working Title
Academic Advisor
Division
Academic Affairs
Department/Unit
Office of Student Success
Section
Office of Student Success (section)
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Division of Academic Affairs provides leadership in developing and maintaining quality academic programs and support services that contribute to the achievement of the university’s mission. The division strives to be recognized as a student-centered university with emphasis on excellence in teaching, learning, and scholarly activities; commitment to total student development; and outstanding service and engagement with local, regional, national and global communities.
Description of Work
This position will provide academic advisement to ECSU’s Office of Student Success and Retention constituents (freshmen, sophomores, undecided majors, and transfer students) through one-on-one meetings, workshops, or presentations regarding majors. Academic advisors will assist students in establishing degree requirements, academic progress, and selection of courses for future semesters. The academic advisor will assist students in educational planning and problem-solving and will provide appropriate resources and referrals to any other campus support services for information and aid in making academic and personal decisions. They will additionally advise students about academic standards, policies, programs, and student information systems available to facilitate their success. Occasional work may be required beyond normal working hours.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
Position requires strong interpersonal skills which would allow effective communication with students using blended advising techniques, administrators and faculty; ability to write reports; strong computer skills; and effective organizational skills and customer services skills. Possess knowledge in developing intervention workshops, events, and activities. Possess an interest in working with a diverse population of students.
Minimum Training and Experience
A master’s degree with a minimum of two years of experience (3+ years preferred) working in academic advising, retention or other student success initiatives. Experience teaching in a setting of higher education preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook) is required for the position.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Management Preferences
Position Recruitment Range
Position Category
Staff
Position Status
Permanent Full Time
FLSA
Exempt
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EHRA00552P
Job Open Date
06/05/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
EHRA OSHR Statement
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City 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. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/7248
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Number
[contact details available in the full listing]
Classification Title
Academic Advisor
Working Title
Academic Advisor
Division
Academic Affairs
Department/Unit
Office of Student Success
Section
Office of Student Success (section)
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Division of Academic Affairs provides leadership in developing and maintaining quality academic programs and support services that contribute to the achievement of the university’s mission. The division strives to be recognized as a student-centered university with emphasis on excellence in teaching, learning, and scholarly activities; commitment to total student development; and outstanding service and engagement with local, regional, national and global communities.
Description of Work
This position will provide academic advisement to ECSU’s Office of Student Success and Retention constituents (freshmen, sophomores, undecided majors, and transfer students) through one-on-one meetings, workshops, or presentations regarding majors. Academic advisors will assist students in establishing degree requirements, academic progress, and selection of courses for future semesters. The academic advisor will assist students in educational planning and problem-solving and will provide appropriate resources and referrals to any other campus support services for information and aid in making academic and personal decisions. They will additionally advise students about academic standards, policies, programs, and student information systems available to facilitate their success. Occasional work may be required beyond normal working hours.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
Position requires strong interpersonal skills which would allow effective communication with students using blended advising techniques, administrators and faculty; ability to write reports; strong computer skills; and effective organizational skills and customer services skills. Possess knowledge in developing intervention workshops, events, and activities. Possess an interest in working with a diverse population of students.
Minimum Training and Experience
A master’s degree with a minimum of two years of experience (3+ years preferred) working in academic advising, retention or other student success initiatives. Experience teaching in a setting of higher education preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook) is required for the position.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Management Preferences
Position Recruitment Range
Position Category
Staff
Position Status
Permanent Full Time
FLSA
Exempt
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EHRA00552P
Job Open Date
06/05/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
EHRA OSHR Statement
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City 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. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/7248
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
- Are you a current employee of the university?
- Yes
- No
- Do you have a masters degree?
- Yes
- No
- Do you have a minimum of two years of experience working in
academic advising, teaching, retention and/or other student success
initiatives?
- yes