Academic Advisor

Northern Kentucky University; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Kentucky University is seeking an Academic Advisor in the College of Health and Human Services to provide holistic advising for undergraduate and graduate students in online and on-campus formats.

The role emphasizes proactive student retention, persistence, and success, with collaboration across the CHHS Advising Center, Dean’s Office, and other departments. Evening/weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• > Master’s degree required or preferred in Education, CPS, or Counseling.
• > Previous advising experience preferred.
• > Experience with diverse and underrepresented student populations.
• > Experience with online students or health-related professions is preferred.
• > Strong communication and interpersonal skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• > Conduct individual advising appointments for undergraduate and graduate CHHS students in online and face-to-face programs.
• > Provide personal and professional communication via meetings, email, phone, Skype, etc.
• > Collaborate with CHHS Advising Center, Dean’s Office, and other departments.
• > Engage in placement, transfer, graduation and degree-path issues to support student success.
• > Generate and disseminate data reports from SAP and other university sources as needed.
• > Collaborate on admissions, orientation, recruitment and retention events sponsored by Academic Affairs/Student Affairs.
• > Attend Admissions’ events, student-focused outreach events, and relevant college/career fairs in the region.
• > Serve CHHS and NKU committees as appropriate to duties/responsibilities.
• > Participate in university-sponsored professional development programs (NACADA, Kentucky Academic Advising Association) is encouraged.

Skills

Strong communication

Student development theory

Diversity & inclusion

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree (Education, College Student Personnel, or Counseling)

Job description

Position Title and Type

Academic Advisor Position Type: Regular

About the Role

The College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) is accepting applications for an Academic Advisor. The Academic Advisor will provide academic advising, guidance and support to undergraduate and graduate students. The Advisor will utilize holistic and proactive academic advising strategies towards goals of student retention, persistence, accomplishment, and success.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual advising appointments with undergraduate and graduate CHHS students in online and face-to-face programs.
• Provide personal and professional communication (face-to-face meetings, email, phone calls, Skype, etc.) to undergraduate and graduate students on advising issues and questions.
• Collaborate with other Advisors and staff in the CHHS Advising Center, Dean’s Office, and other departments within the college and across NKU.
• Engage in placement, transfer, graduation, and other degree-path issues of students to ensure student success.
• Generate and disseminate data reports from SAP and other university sources of information as needed.
• Collaborate on admissions, orientation, recruitment and retention events sponsored by Academic Affairs/Student Affairs, and the college.
• Attend Admissions’ events, student-focused outreach events, and relevant college/career fairs in the region.
• Serve CHHS and NKU committees as appropriate to the duties/responsibilities of the position.
• Participation in university-sponsored professional development programs, the National Academic Advising Association and the Kentucky Academic Advising Association is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Master's degree; preferred degree in Education, College Student Personnel, or Counseling.
• Previous advising experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to articulate an understanding of student development theory.
• Experience working with diverse and underrepresented student populations.
• Experience working with online students or students in health related professions is preferred.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and exceptional communication skills are required.
• Ability to work with diverse populations, strong teamwork skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks are also required.

Application Process

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Valid driver’s license required and dependable vehicle. Some evening and weekend work is required.

Why Work at Northern Kentucky University

At NKU, our work revolves around three things: opening doors, helping people finish what they start, and connecting learning to real life. Those pillars—Access, Completion, and Career & Community Engagement—aren’t just strategic-plan wallpaper. They shape how we hire, how we serve students, and how we show up for the region. If you want your work to matter—NKU is a place where you can see your impact every day. Introduce yourself and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.

About NKU

Northern Kentucky University is a public, student-centered institution located just minutes from downtown Cincinnati. Our vision is clear: to be nationally recognized as a student-ready, regionally-engaged university that empowers diverse learners for economic and social mobility. We focus on opening doors, supporting students through graduation, and connecting learning to real opportunity in our region. NKU offers the reach of a comprehensive university with the feel of a close, collaborative campus.