Academic Counselor

The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss — stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, and staff — can achieve their fullest potential.

Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!

Department:

Job Summary:

Advises students on academic matters, such as course selection and degree requirements, while maintaining appropriate confidentiality to ensure students reach academic, personal, and professional success.

Job Description:

• Receives, processes and responds to academic inquiries according to established policies and procedures.
• Serves as a main point of contact for students providing basic organizational information about educational options, academic requirements and institutional resources and addressing their needs.
• Counsels students in identifying and assessing their interests, skills and values to match appropriate fields of study and career options and refers students to appropriate institutional resources.
• Maintains confidentiality and accurate student records according to program policies.

Substitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Bachelor's degree required; no experience; request resume/cover letter to be submitted

Job Responsibilities:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Advises students and potential students concerning admission requirements, degree requirements, course selection, and related functions.
• Communicates with various offices to ensure compliance with current academic requirements and procedures.
• Participates in activities associated with the monitoring academic progress, registration of students, and maintenance of student record files.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Relevant experience | No Experience Required | Not Required

Compensation:

$42,640.00 - $63,980.80