Academic Advisor, Business College

USI Department of History; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern Indiana (USI) invites applications for Academic Advisor in the Romain College of Business. Located in Evansville, IN, the role serves as an assigned academic advisor, monitors progress, and assists students with registration and graduation requirements.

Responsibilities include advising during orientation, maintaining student records, coordinating with faculty and staff, and supporting diversity initiatives within the college. A Bachelor’s degree is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interact with students and faculty from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficient use of computers and common software (word processing, spreadsheets, email).
• Creativity and resourcefulness in outreach to current and prospective students.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between the Romain College of Business, students, other departments, and the Registrar’s Office.
• Be the initial contact for students seeking program information.
• Advise based on placement scores and academic records; enter overrides and substitutions as needed.
• Decide on class schedules and placements; inform students of prerequisites and graduation requirements.
• Advise students, maintain records, monitor progress, and refer as appropriate.
• Provide advising during major advising periods, orientation, and throughout the semester.

Skills

Detail orientation

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Proficient computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

The University of Southern Indiana (USI) invites applications for Academic Advisor in the Romain College of Business. Located in Evansville, IN, the role serves as an assigned academic advisor, monitors progress, and assists students with registration and graduation requirements.

Responsibilities include advising during orientation, maintaining student records, coordinating with faculty and staff, and supporting diversity initiatives within the college. A Bachelor’s degree is required.