Academic Advisor

Purdue University; West Lafayette, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Purdue University is seeking an Academic Advisor who supports student learning and development by guiding course selection, degree progress audits, and referrals to campus resources. The role emphasizes student-centered practice, confidentiality, and collaboration with faculty and staff to empower students to achieve educational and career goals.

You will foster an inclusive, respectful environment, use data to Outreach, and maintain regular contact with assigned students while teaching them

Qualifications

• Must have an earned graduate or professional degree in a field relevant to the position.
• Equivalencies not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on academic planning and progression.
• Guide students in course selection and registration processes.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and data.
• Monitor degree progress and perform audits.
• Refer students to campus resources as needed.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student success.

Skills

Diversity & inclusion

Collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate or professional degree in field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a prestigious institution known for innovation and research excellence. You'll collaborate with top talent across departments while helping protect Purdue's research integrity. Join our community of lifelong learners and contribute your skills to this critical program.

At Purdue, you'll find unrivaled pride and unlimited potential as we persistently pursue the next giant leap together.

About Us:

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.

What We Are Looking For:

Education and Experience

Qualified candidates will need:

• Must have an earned graduate or professional degree in a field relevant to the position.
• Equivalencies are not accepted.

Skills required:

• 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.

What is Helpful:

• Knowledge of undergraduate student development and recruitment.
• Knowledge of programs and majors at Purdue University.
• Knowledge of field related to majors advised.

What We Would Like You to Know :

• Purdue University 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
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

The anticipated annual salary for this position is $46,000 commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including equity, available budget, educational background, and relevant experience.

For internal candidates that will be transferring between pay schedules biweekly <-> monthly; monthly<-> biweekly, please coordinate your transfer date with your new manager to ensure a smooth transition of pay, benefits, and retirement.

EEO
Purdue University is an Equal Employment Opportunity university.