Academic Advisor for Student Success & Career Planning

University of North Calorina Pembroke; Pembroke (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Pembroke is seeking an Academic Advisor to guide students in selecting majors, understanding curricula, and aligning academic plans with career goals. You will interpret degree requirements, monitor progress, advise on course selection, and support students' personal and academic development through a developmental advising approach.

This exempt professional staff position requires a Master's or Bachelor's with experience, and occasional travel or evening/weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree and two years experience working with college students in a community college or university setting.
• Ability to travel and work some evening and weekend hours required.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on major choice and curricular content.
• Help students assess interests, values, and academic skills for major and career planning.
• Explain institutional, general education, and major requirements and monitor progress.
• Assist students in navigating UNCP systems, policies, and processes.
• Foster student development and belonging through developmental advising approaches.

Skills

Experience with college students

Travel willingness

Evening/weekend availability

Education

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

UNC Pembroke is seeking an Academic Advisor to guide students in selecting majors, understanding curricula, and aligning academic plans with career goals. You will interpret degree requirements, monitor progress, advise on course selection, and support students' personal and academic development through a developmental advising approach.

This exempt professional staff position requires a Master's or Bachelor's with experience, and occasional travel or evening/weekend hours.