Academic Advisor

State of Georgia; Grovetown (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta Technical College seeks an Academic Advisor to deliver high-quality academic advisement and enrollment support. You will assist incoming and first-semester students, conduct virtual advising sessions, and coordinate with the Financial Aid Office to ensure enrollment requirements are met.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s preferred and experience in student affairs. Strong communication, organizational, and confidential handling of student records are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, educational administration, vocational leadership, or closely related field.
• Master's degree preferred with 3 years of related experience in student affairs.
• Experience in advising or student services is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising and registration assistance to incoming and first-semester students.
• Offer virtual advising appointments and respond to inquiries via Advising Center inbox.
• Guide students on degree requirements, transcripts, and institutional policies.
• Refer students to Financial Aid and support enrollment completion.
• Assist with planning Advising Center programs and events and collaborate with campus partners.
• Maintain accurate student records per institutional policies and stay current on programs and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Enrollment Services.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Academic AdvisorAgency:Augusta Technical CollegeJob Requisition ID:JR0000004481Shift:Not Applicable (United States of America)Compensation Details:$52,000 - $55,000; COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE.Job Description:JOB SUMMARYThe Academic Advisor is responsible for delivering excellent and relevant academic advisement, information, and other duties as assigned by the Director of Enrollment Services.MAJOR DUTIESProvide academic advising and registration assistance to incoming and first-semester students.Conduct virtual advising appointments through the Virtual Advising Calendar.Monitor and respond to inquiries received through the Advising Center's general email inbox.Guide students on academic requirements, including transcript submission, degree planning, and institutional policies.Refer students to appropriate campus resources, including the Financial Aid Office, to ensure completion of financial aid and enrollment requirements.Assist the Coordinator of Academic Advising with planning and implementing Advising Center programs and events.Collaborate with the Office of Admissions, Student Support Services, academic deans, faculty, and other campus partners to develop and implement programs that support new student registration, advising, student retention, and student success.Maintain accurate student records and documentation related to advising activities in accordance with institutional policies.Stay current on institutional policies, academic programs, curriculum changes, and advising best practices to provide accurate information to students.Perform other related duties as assigned.COMPETENCIESAbility to prioritize multiple projects and work in an environment with regular interruption.Ability to explain policies and procedures/rules and regulations.Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.Considerable knowledge of Augusta Technical College academic programs and requirements, student services policies and procedures, and campus resources.Considerable knowledge of techniques for compiling and reporting outcomes information.Knowledge of transfer requirements to four-year institutions and articulation agreements.Skill in delivering public presentations and designing training sessions.Skill in effective advising techniques.Ability to work with at-risk and culturally diverse populations.Oral and written communication skillsSkill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the publicDecision making and problem-solving skills.Ability to pay close attention to details, coordination, and prioritization.Ability to maintain confidentialityMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSA Bachelor’s degree from a nationally accredited college or university in counseling, educational administration, vocational leadership, or a closely related fieldPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster’s degree in a related field *and* Three (3) years of experience in student affairs.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a related field and Two (2) years of related work experience.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.