Academic Advisor for Student Success (Evenings/Weekends)

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Spartanburg Community College seeks an Academic Advisor to guide students on academic plans, progress, and class schedules, supporting retention and graduation.

The role collaborates with faculty advisors and departments, informs students about deadlines, offers orientation, maintains FERPA-compliant records, and participates in professional development to stay current with best practices in advising.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and experience in student services programs.
• Master's degree; at least 3 years' experience in academic advising or related student support services.
• Experience with Colleague Self Service or other higher education database systems.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic advising to support student retention and graduation initiatives.
• Collaborates with faculty advisors and department chairs regarding a student's academic program and progression.
• Participates in New Student Orientation as it relates to Academic Advising and informs advisees of significant deadlines for course changes and registrations.
• Meets with students regularly to discuss academic plans and progress, addressing obstacles impeding success.
• Maintains advising records and confidential student information in FERPA-compliant manner.
• Stays current in best practices of academic advising through professional development activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Spartanburg Community College seeks an Academic Advisor to guide students on academic plans, progress, and class schedules, supporting retention and graduation.

The role collaborates with faculty advisors and departments, informs students about deadlines, offers orientation, maintains FERPA-compliant records, and participates in professional development to stay current with best practices in advising.