Academic Advisor

Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 39,300 - 53,100; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University in Clemson, SC seeks an Academic Advisor to guide psychology students through advising, registration and career planning. You will assist with admissions steps, course selection, and progress tracking within the Department of Psychology.

The role emphasizes recruiting, orientation, outreach, and collaboration with campus resources to promote student retention and success, with a 37.5-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and experience in student services programs.
• Firm working knowledge of advising, counseling and course planning.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising: plan, implement and evaluate activities related to advising, counseling and registration.
• Recruiting: participate in orientation, provide admissions information and coordinate sessions.
• Liaison/outreach: support retention and connect students with campus resources.
• Departmental support: assign advisors, complete advising forms and maintain curriculum knowledge.

Skills

Advising

Student services

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Academic Advisor

Full Time

JR-10085

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs professional duties in one or more student services program areas at an institution of higher education.

JOB DUTIES:

65% - Advising: Plans, implements and evaluates activities related to the advising, counseling and registration of student in Psychology in a variety of areas, including admissions procedures, registration and course selection, academic progress, policy interpretation, career overviews, transfer credit, course substitutions, change of major and personal development.

15% - Recruiting/New Student orientation Recruits prospective students to the Department of Psychology by providing accurate information concerning the admissions process, degree requirements, career outlook and facts about the Department of Psychology. Offer admitted and prospective student meetings as requested and participate in Admissions events as requested. Coordinates and participates in orientation sessions.

10% - Liaison and outreach: Plans, implements and evaluates activities designed to retain students within Psychology. Success matters, early alert, Bridge to Clemson, and change of major. Aid in getting students back on track, if needed, and provide other university resources to aid in student support and success. Participate in the communication, PR, and student support as it pertains to curriculum, course suggestions, course availability, course restrictions and Creative Inquiry opportunities.

10% - Departmental support and Administrative tasks: Assign advisors for all students, complete/process relevant advising forms, and remain familiar with departmental curriculum requirements.

JOB CODE:

CB70

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Time-Limited (TLP) Staff

Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor's degree and experience in student services programs.

Preferred Requirements:

XX

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Fiscal Responsibilities for the department's budget, including but not limited to, financial planning and managing fund allocation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Recognize or inspect visually: 70% Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 90% Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 80%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

None: %

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range $39,300.00 - $53,100.00

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:

Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Open until filled.

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions or issues.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.

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