Academic Advisor III

Georgia State University; Atlanta (LA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a dedicated Academic Advisor III to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing comprehensive academic advisement, supporting students in their educational journey, and collaborating with faculty and staff to enhance academic programs. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with experience in student information systems. Join a vibrant community that values excellence and innovation, and contribute to shaping the future of students in a supportive and enriching environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with relevant experience in academic advising.
• Experience with student information systems and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and maintain student records for degree requirements.
• Monitor student registration and academic performance.
• Provide administrative support for course substitutions and petitions.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Banner

Navigate

Job description

Job Description - Academic Advisor III (25000637)

Job Description

Academic Advisor III - 25000637

Description

Description :

Academic Advisor III

College of Arts & Sciences

Academic Assistance

The College of Arts & Sciences at Georgia State University is transforming lives through our research advances, career-empowering teaching, and work with community partners in Atlanta and around the globe. As the largest college on the Atlanta Campus, the College of Arts and Sciences is home to more than 15,000 students, 550 faculty, and 300 staff members. Our faculty teach the core curriculum courses that serve as the foundation of nearly every student’s university education.

These are exciting times at TheCollege of Arts and Sciencesat Georgia State University. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking to hire an experienced Academic Advisor III.

WHAT MAKESCollege of Arts & ScienceA GREAT PLACE?

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The ideal candidate for this position will complete all duties of a full-service professional academic advisor and will be tasked with performing advanced-level academic advisement functions such as facilitating academic program development, advising, interpretation, and implementation of university policies and procedures. The Academic Advisor Ill will provide administrative support to department undergraduate directors regarding course substitutions, petitions, and permissions. They will also support undergraduate directors with advisement-related events and advisement data needs from Navigate. Academic Advisor Ill will be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Banner, and have experience with programs similar to Argos, Degree Works, Navigate, etc.

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Academic Advisor III are the following:

• Evaluates and maintains student records for degree requirements.
• Monitors student registration, academic performance, and progress.
• Communicate with students about course scheduling, requirements, and resources.
• Tracks retention, progression, and graduation of students.
• Provides administrative support for course substitutions, petitions, and permissions.
• Processes registration permissions in Banner.
• Supports advisement events and data needs.
• Mentors and trains staff; coordinates advisement training and special programs.
• Serves as a lead worker for specified programs.
• Coordinates regular advisement training, development, and planning meetings and activities for
  designated programs.
• Mentors Academic Advisor I and IIs; trains and supervises staff and/or student assistants.
• Coordinates special programs or functions such as dual degree, BIS, petitions, appeals, grade
  appeals, etc.
• Other duties assigned.

Disclaimer : This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.

Qualifications

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

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

Preferred Hiring Requirements:

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with student information systems and data analysis tools (e.g., Banner, Navigate, Reporting Systems).

College/Business Unit

College/Business Unit

: College of Arts & Sciences

Department : Academic Assistance

Location

Location

: Atlanta Campus

Shift : 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM

Salary : $57,000 - $59,000

Pay Grade : 14

FLSA Status : Exempt

Job Type : Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting

Job Posting

: 04/29/25, 7:46:16 PM

Closing Date

Closing Date : 05/14/25, 3:59:00 AM

Special Instructions :

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Cover Letter

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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 INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value Statement : The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

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