Academic Advisor II

Georgia State University; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave Time

Health, dental, vision insurance

403(b) and Pension plans

Job summary

Georgia State University’s University Advisement Center is seeking multiple Academic Advisor II roles to assist in advisement interpretation and policy implementation. You will guide students through degree requirements, course selection, and enrollment processes to promote retention and graduation across Atlanta-area campuses.

The team emphasizes collaboration, professional development, and a supportive environment with a strong benefits program and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 6 months as Academic Advisor I at GSU or 3 years related experience or a combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support students on academic planning, degree requirements, course selection, and university policies.
• Promote student retention, progression, and graduation through proactive outreach, monitoring, and referrals.
• Maintain, audit, and evaluate student records, transcripts, degree audits, and transfer credit applications.
• Monitor academic performance and determine eligibility for graduation, certifications, and academic recognition.
• Process petitions, readmissions, financial aid reinstatements, and other student academic requests.
• Coordinate student communications, orientations, workshops, and student success initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to enhance student success and enrollment.

Skills

Student advising

Communication skills

Group facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Banner

Grades First

EAB

Degree Works

Job description

Student Advising Services: University Advisement Center: The University Advisement Center is seeking to recruit multiple Academic Advisor II positions to assist academic departments/units with verbal or written academic plans, advisement interpretation and implementation of university policies and procedures in the areas of student enrollment and evaluation. This position provides information to and advises both enrolled and prospective students regarding the academic programs offered by the University or a specific department, including requirements for admission and retention through graduation; may coordinate the work of entry level academic advisors.

WHAT MAKES THE UNIVERSITY ADVISEMENT CENTER A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits including:
  • Paid Leave Time
  • Comprehensive Health, dental, and vision insurance Coverage
  • 403(b) and Pension plans
  • And that's not all; visit our benefits page at http://www.gsu.edu/hr/benefits/index.html
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with a variety of partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
• Would you be interested in attending an award-winning research university for free? Our Tuition Assistance Program lets employees take classes for free. At Georgia State University we emphasize work-life balance. With excellent benefits, competitive pay and an exciting location, Georgia State University could be the place for you.

Here Is What You Will Do

• Advise and support students on academic planning, degree requirements, course selection, and university policies.
• Promote student retention, progression, and graduation through proactive outreach, monitoring, and referrals.
• Maintain, audit, and evaluate student records, transcripts, degree audits, and transfer credit applications.
• Monitor academic performance and determine eligibility for graduation, certifications, and academic recognition.
• Process academic petitions, readmissions, financial aid reinstatements, and other student academic requests.
• Coordinate student communications, orientations, workshops, and student success initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to enhance student success, enrollment, retention, and academic outcomes.

We will hire multiple advisors from this announcement for the Atlanta Downtown, Dunwoody, Newton, Alpharetta, Decatur, and Online campus (which is housed on the Clarkston campus).

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and either 1) 6 months experience as “Academic Advisor I” at GSU (University Advisement Center or other GSU advising department) or 2) three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Requirements

• Preference may be given to those who possess a Master's degree and three years' experience working with student retention or student affairs programs
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience presenting to groups or with group facilitation
• Experience following up on problems until resolution
• Proficiency with Excel, Banner and student tracking applications such asGrades First, EABor Degree Works or similar product
• Experience with transfer articulation

College/Business Unit

Provost & VP Academic Affairs

Location

Atlanta Campus

Shift

M-F, 8:30AM-5:15PM

Salary

$50,100

Pay Grade

18

FLSA Status

Exempt

Job Type

Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Georgia State University Values

COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status.