Academic Advisor

Broward College; United States; On-site; USD 52,900 - 62,158; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement options: Florida Retirement System Pension Plan or Investment Plan

Wellness program

Vacation/Paid Time Off, Winter and Spring Break

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement for employees and family members

Job summary

Broward College is seeking an Academic Advisor to provide academic and career advising using a case management approach. You will collaborate with faculty and staff to support student success and retention.

Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience in advising processes. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement options, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Six years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s; four years of relevant experience with a Master’s.
• In-depth functional knowledge of the college’s advising processes and related areas.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic and career advising to students using a case management approach.
• Conducts in-depth intake interviews and develops short- and long-term goals.
• Collaborates with administrators, faculty, and staff to support student success.
• Monitors and communicates with students on academic progress and retention.
• Assists in training new advisors regarding college policies and program requirements.

Skills

Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent coordination and communication skills at all levels of the college

Ability to manage own workflow, prioritize tasks, and achieve results

Ability to present and disseminate data to multiple audiences

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and specialized college systems

Effective interpersonal skills with employees and students

Education

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (Counseling, Social Work, Education)

Job description

Academic Advisor

Position Number: P0005670 | Department: Central Student Services Advising | Location: Central Campus | Salary: $52,900 - $62,158 | Pay Grade: 715

Responsibilities

• Provides academic and career advising to students using a case management approach.
• Conducts in‑depth intake interviews, short‑ and long‑term goal development, follow‑up and outreach for students seeking additional support with clarifying educational and career goals.
• Collaborates with administrators, faculty, staff, and stakeholders to support student success.
• Resolves student advising issues related to curriculum, course prerequisites, and academic progress.
• Reviews transcripts to determine eligibility for specific colleges or programs, including unofficial evaluation of transfer credits.
• Monitors and communicates with students in caseload for academic progress, retention, early alert referrals, and completion of graduation requirements.
• Assists in training or supervising new advisors regarding college policies, regulations, and program requirements.
• Conducts or facilitates career and group advising sessions for assigned caseload.
• Develops strategies to enhance student experience, retention, and graduation rates.
• Reviews and resolves registration barriers before each term.
• Facilitates career exploration and development of academic plans using assessment tools.
• Serves on college committees, task forces, working groups, and may advise student organizations.
• Responds to student, staff, faculty, and administrator inquiries on advising, registration, graduation, transfer, and policies.
• Processes electronic transient forms via FACTS.org system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (Counseling, Social Work, Education).
• Six years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s; four years of relevant experience with a Master’s.
• In‑depth functional knowledge of the college’s advising processes and related areas.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills at all levels of the college.
• Ability to manage own workflow, prioritize tasks, and achieve results.
• Ability to present and disseminate data to multiple audiences.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and specialized college systems.
• Effective interpersonal skills with employees and students.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Retirement options: Florida Retirement System Pension Plan or Investment Plan.
• Wellness program.
• Vacation/Paid Time Off, Winter and Spring Break.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement for employees and family members.

EEO Statement

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.