Academic Advisor - College of Business

Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking an Academic Advisor in the College of Business. The role focuses on supporting student success for business students, with emphasis on accounting/financial management double majors, degree requirements, and advising at orientations.

The position involves meeting students each term, guiding course choices, and coordinating with advising centers and college events. Responsibilities also include representing the College at recruiting events, facilitating advising

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and experience in student services programs.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Alumni Relations: assist with liaison between recruiters, alumni and the department to foster student job placements and represent the college at recruiting events.
• Academic Advising: counsel and support College of Business students, monitor progress, provide referrals and guidance on degree requirements, study abroad, transfer courses and graduation.
• Additional Duties: assist with social media or alumni panels as assigned by leadership.
• Collaboration: work with administration and faculty across departments to support student and program success.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Academic Advisor - College of Business# Clemson Careers## Academic Advisor - College of BusinessApply: CLEMSON, SC: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 23, 2026 (15 days left to apply): JR-11009**JOB SUMMARY:**Performs professional duties in one or more student services program areas at an institution of higher education.**JOB DUTIES:**25% - Recruitment and Alumni Relations: Assist in aid the Accounting and Financial Management Department advisors in acting as a liaison between recruiters, alumni, and the department to help foster student job placements. Participate in representing the School of Accountancy and the Department of Financial Management at all College recruiting events. Meet with prospective students and parents. Assist with planning and coordinating student/firm recruiting events. Work with faculty on undergraduate recruiting initiatives to attract Accounting and Financial Management majors.50% - Academic Advising: Counsel and facilitate student success for College of Business students with an initial emphasis on students double majoring in Accounting and Financial Management. Ensure that students follow established degree requirements. Independently meet with each student in person at least once per term. Monitor student progress and aid in getting students back on track, if needed. Provide referrals to other university resources to aid in student support and success. Provide guidance on course requirements, study abroad courses, transfer courses, and graduation requirements. Assist the Powers College of Business Academic Advising Center at orientations with advising and registration of new students. Represent the College at recruiting and other undergraduate events. Facilitate group advising sessions, as needed.10% - Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Accountancy, the Chair of the Financial Management Department, and the Powers College of Business Director of the Academic Advising Center, such as assisting with social media or alumni panels, as needed.15% - Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the administration, faculty, and staff of both the Accounting and Financial Management Departments, as well as the Powers College of Business Academic Advising Center, to support student and departmental success. This includes activities such as attending monthly COB Advising Team meetings and representing the College of Business at university-wide events, such as the Major/Minor Fair each semester.**JOB CODE:**CB70**EMPLOYEE TYPE:**Regular FTE Staff**Minimum Requirements:** -A bachelor's degree and experience in student services programs.-Applications must include a cover letter and resume **RESPONSIBILITIES:**JOB KNOWLEDGEFirm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESNot responsible for supervising employees.BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIESNo fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 75%**WORKING CONDITIONS:**None: %**WORK SCHEDULE:**Standard Hours:37.5**COMPENSATION INFORMATION:**Expected Salary Range46000 - 49000Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.**ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:**Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.**JOB LOCATION:**Clemson, SC**APPLICATION DEADLINE:**November 23, 2026**MILITARY AND VETERAN:****Military Equivalency**: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. **Veteran Preference:** South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions or issues.**CLOSING STATEMENT:**Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.