Academic Advisor, Communication: Shape Student Success

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, invites applications for an Academic Advisor in the Department of Communication. The role supports approximately 800 undergraduate majors and 100 minors, guiding students through major requirements and academic planning.

The ideal candidate will advise on degree progress, help set goals, and ensure awareness of policies and resources. This is a student-facing, collaborative position within the Wolfpack community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus relevant experience; post-baccalaureate credentials preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Knowledge of University policies and degree requirements.
• Proficiency with social media, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Moodle/Blackboard, Zoom.

Responsibilities

• Advise students about completion of communication major curriculum requirements.
• Help students define academic goals and understand how to achieve them.
• Explain degree plans and progress to students and plan their academic focus.
• Assist in planning program events (spring/fall commencement).
• Maintain connections with student service staff and campus course offerings.
• Interpret and enforce University, College, and Departmental policies while guiding options.
• Help students access university resources and make transitions.

Skills

Judgment

Decision-making

Problem solving

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Moodle

Blackboard

Zoom

Job description

NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, invites applications for an Academic Advisor in the Department of Communication. The role supports approximately 800 undergraduate majors and 100 minors, guiding students through major requirements and academic planning.

The ideal candidate will advise on degree progress, help set goals, and ensure awareness of policies and resources. This is a student-facing, collaborative position within the Wolfpack community.