Academic Advisor I - VState Online

University System of Georgia; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Valdosta State University is seeking an academic advisor to assist students with course selection, degree requirements, and post-college planning. The role focuses on guiding undergraduate students and supporting their scholastic goals through individual advising sessions and virtual engagements where appropriate.

Responsibilities include interpreting policies, maintaining FERPA-compliant records, monitoring progress, and participating in university-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and one year of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on courses, requirements, and post-college plans.
• Clarify and interpret academic policies and degree requirements.
• Maintain and update student files; ensure FERPA compliance.
• Support student transition and retention initiatives.
• Monitor student progress and provide developmental programming.
• Participate in committees and events; uphold team culture.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values.

Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practicecivility, integrity,andcitizenship.As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.

Civility- A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being.

Integrity- Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty.

Citizenship- Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.

As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles ofCivility, Integrity,andCitizenship.

Job Summary

Advise students on course selection, requirements for selected areas of concentration, and post-college plans to help meet their educational needs and realize student scholastic goals.

Responsibilities

Typical Allocation of Duties:

Advising - 45%
Advise students with regards to their educational, career, personal and social development needs. Refer students to academic and personal resources as appropriate. Assist students in selecting courses.
Interpret polices - 15%
Clarify and interpret academic policies and degree requirements.
Student files - 15%
Maintain and update student files and records. Ensure compliance with FERPA regulations.
Student transition services - 15%
Facilitate programs that help students explore career and post-bachelor's degree options. Assist students in the transition from high school to college and provide appropriate referral to University offices and resources as needed.
Monitor student progress - 10%
Monitor student academic progress and provide developmental programming focused on student academic needs. Advise, monitor, and work closely with students on academic probation and those returning from academic suspension.

• Reports in an on-campus capacity (or in-person) in Valdosta, GA.
• Serves as the advisor of record for undergraduate students in the VState Online College with advising delivered virtually via phone or Microsoft Teams meeting.
• Participates in an Intentional Advising model, exemplified by ongoing student interactions designed to support retention, a philosophy of the adult learner, etc.
• Develops expertise in interpreting university, college, and program policies, procedures, and curricular requirements.
• Audits student records for curriculum, major, and graduation requirements.
• Refers students with academic discrepancies to proper officials for further action.
• Evaluates and maintains student records for degree requirements using DegreeWorks, Slate CRM, and other technologies.
• Monitors student registration activities and academic performance/progress.
• Sends communications to students regarding course scheduling, core and major requirements, academic resources, etc.
• Participates in unit, division, and university-wide committees, projects, trainings or initiatives.
• Contributes to a positive team culture.
• Participates in events that occur outside of standard business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including some weekends.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required Experience
Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of related work experience.

Proposed Salary

$40,737

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

professional references with current contact information

documentation of academic credentials

employment history

Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the right to:

• ask c andidates who will serve in Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment,
• view social media outlets, and
• remove job postings without additional notification.

Employment is contingent upon:

• successful completion of a background check investigation, including a criminal background check
• reference checks

Employment may also be contingent upon the job-based requirements if applicable for your position:

• satisfactory credit check
• successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• pre-employment drug testing
• confirmation of credentials

After initial hiring, employees will be required to successfully complete all of the following training:

• New employee orientation
• VSU's Annual Compliance Training:
  • USGEthics Policy
  • Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy
  • Drug Free Workplace
  • Sexual Misconduct and Title IX
  • Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
  • Motor Vehicle Policy
  • Workers Compensation (new hires)
  • Georgia Open Records Act (new hires)
• USG Cybersecurity Training (required twice yearly)
  • Job-specific training such as: FMLAand Worker's Compensation, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training (ePro & PCard), and Defensive Driving

Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminate against any applicant for admission or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual.

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Valdosta State University may provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for select positions when consistent with institutional needs, University policy, and applicable law. Sponsorship is considered on a case-by-case basis and is not available for all positions. Applicants who anticipate requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future are encouraged to contact Human Resources early in the recruitment process with questions regarding sponsorship eligibility.

Clery Disclosure

The JeanneClery Campus Safety Act requires institutions of higher education to publish an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR). The ASFSR includes crime statistics for the three previous calendar years of reported crimes that occurred on campus; in or on certain non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by our institution; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and fire safety policies and statistics. The ASFSR is published annually by October 1 and is available online at: https://www.valdosta.edu/administration/finance-admin/police/asfr-2026-ybl.pdf . You may request a paper copy of the report by emailing [e-mail] .