Academic Advisor

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for professional development

Job summary

Purdue University is seeking Academic Advisors to foster student learning and guide them in achieving their educational goals. Advisors will help students select courses, maintain academic progress, and connect them with campus resources, ensuring a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a graduate degree and demonstrate strong communication abilities. Additional skills in collaboration and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. This position is based in West Lafayette, Indiana, at a top engineering school.

Qualifications

• Graduate or professional degree relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated commitment to effectively work with a variety of backgrounds.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to assigned students and interpret university policies.
• Communicate regularly and document contact notes on advising interactions.
• Participate in college-level events and assist with recruitment.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Graduate or professional degree

Job description

Job Summary

Academic Advisors promote an environment that challenges and supports students by providing meaningful opportunities for student learning, development, and integration of curricular and co‑curricular experiences. Advisors are dedicated to empowering students to be active responsible learners while guiding students to make well‑informed decisions that lead to the achievement of students’ educational, career and life goals.

Create an open and respectful environment by utilizing a student‑centered practice that emphasizes mutual respect, dignity, self‑awareness, and authenticity. Center the student in an asset‑framed approach where advising differentiates educational guidance to meet students where they are and acknowledges the critical value of each student’s unique social capital. Empower students to be active responsible learners and assist them in making well‑informed decisions. Guide students in course selection and the process for registering for courses. Identify campus activities, programs and opportunities related to students' major. Maintain a consistent pattern of contact and communications with assigned students. Use data to provide timely outreach to students on their academic progress and conduct audits on student’s degree progress. Assess when a student’s situation requires referral to campus resources. Maintain and ensure confidentiality of student records. Teach students about the university’s structure, systems, policies, and practices.

What You’ll Be Doing

• STUDENT ADVISING AND EDUCATING – Provide academic advising to assigned students; assess other needs and make professional referrals; maintain and ensure confidentiality of student records. Interpret University policies, procedures, and curriculum to students, faculty, staff and administration. Guide students in course selection and scheduling; assist in resolving academic problems; identify and monitor academic progress.
• COMMUNICATIONS – Communicate regularly to encourage a trusting relationship with students via e‑mail, text, appointment campaigns and other electronic platforms. Document contact notes on advising appointments and correspondence. Assess when a situation calls for more probing questions. Make explicit students’ responsibility for their own academic and professional success. Build and maintain contacts with other advising units. Communicate with students regarding curricular and co‑curricular opportunities. May participate in orientation activities for college/department. Teach students about professional communication standards.
• DEPARTMENT SUPPORT – May participate in college level events and programs. Participate in events that serve advising in the university community. Assist with the recruitment and retention of undergraduate students for the academic unit/campus.
• ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION DUTIES – Submit necessary data and documentation for proper maintenance of student records. Participate in staff meetings. Participate in systems training and updates. Assist in the preparation of reports and serving on advising related committees. Act as liaison between students, faculty, staff, campus and University constituents.

About Us

The College of Engineering at Purdue University is among the best and largest Engineering schools in the world. With nearly 16,000 engineering students and more than 500 tenure track faculty in the college, this position has ample opportunity to have an impact at one of the world’s most influential universities.

What We’re Looking For

• Education and Experience: Must have an earned graduate or professional degree in a field relevant to the position.
• Skills needed: Demonstrated commitment to work effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds; Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, current and prospective students, parents, and families; Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to problem solve and utilize campus resources for individuals and groups; Ability and willingness to work in a changing environment; Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Nice to have: Knowledge of undergraduate student development and recruitment; Knowledge of programs and majors at Purdue University; Knowledge of field related to majors advised.

Additional Information

• Purdue’s benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period

Career Stream

Compensation Information:

• Professional 2
• Pay Band S055
• Job Code#2000

Link to Purdue University’s Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

EOE

Purdue University is an EO/EA University.