Academic Advisor

Old Dominion University; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Academic Advisor to provide guidance to students within the ADVISING ADMINISTRATION AND ACADEMIC PARTNERSHIP department. You will help students set educational goals and navigate graduation requirements for an undergraduate degree.

The role requires knowledge of advising theory, strong interpersonal and written communication skills, and a commitment to FERPA and higher education policies.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of advising theories and best practices.
• Basic ability to work with a diverse population of students, faculty, and administrators.
• Considerable interpersonal skills.
• Considerable written communication skills.
• Basic comfortability utilizing technology.
• Comprehensive empathy, flexibility, and a growth mindset.
• Basic ability to work independently and cooperatively.
• Basic knowledge of and commitment to higher education policies and procedures, including FERPA.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience
• Experience working with undergraduate students.
• Previous experience preferred in academic advising, coaching, or related higher education student services.

Skills

Advising theories

Diversity awareness

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Tech proficiency

Independent & cooperative work

FERPA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Experience working with undergraduates

Academic advising/related experience

Job description

Job Title

Academic Advisor

Department

ADVISING ADMINISTRATION AND ACADEMIC PARTNERSHIP

Position Number

FP583A

Location

Norfolk, VA

Job Summary

This position provides academic advising for students enrolled inthe college assigned to the advising center. They will be expectedto support students in developing educational goals and taking theappropriate steps forward. This position will serve as an expertfor students on the requirements to graduate with an undergraduatedegree from Old Dominion University and is expected to supportstudents in utilizing the resources and support systems they havein place to complete their graduation requirements.

Salary

The salary for the position is $52,000,non-negotiable.

Position Type

FullTime

Type of Recruitment

General Public

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of advising theories and best practices.
• Basic ability to work with a diverse population of students,faculty, and administrators.
• Considerable interpersonal skills.
• Considerable written communication skills.
• Basic comfortability utilizing technology.
• Comprehensive empathy, flexibility, and a growth mindset.
• Basic ability to work independently and cooperatively.
• Basic knowledge of and commitment to higher education policiesand procedures, including FERPA .
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalentcombination of education, training, and relevant experience
• Experience working with undergraduate students.
• Previous experience preferred in academic advising, coaching,or related higher education student services.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree preferably in Higher Education, Counseling or a field of study related to the specific college advisingcenter.

Job Open Date

10/12/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Application Review Date

10/16/2026

Job Close Date

10/23/2026

Criminal Background Check

The final candidate is required to complete a criminal historycheck.

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equalemployment, educational and social opportunities for all persons,without regard to race (or traits historically associated with raceincluding hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles suchas braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender(including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions),national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteranstatus, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation orgenetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities,women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged toapply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonableaccommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management andCulture at [phone].

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other mannerdiscriminate against employees or applicants because they haveinquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay ofanother employee or applicant. However, employees who have accessto the compensation information of other employees or applicants asa part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay ofother employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwisehave access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is(a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtheranceof an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including aninvestigation conducted by the employer, or consistent withcontractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’sforward-focused public doctoral research university with more than23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, anenergetic residential community and initiatives that contribute$2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.