Academic Advisor in Communication

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, invites applications for an Academic Advisor in the Department of Communication. The role supports approximately 800 undergraduate majors and 100 minors, guiding students through major requirements and academic planning.

The ideal candidate will advise on degree progress, help set goals, and ensure awareness of policies and resources. This is a student-facing, collaborative position within the Wolfpack community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus relevant experience; post-baccalaureate credentials preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Knowledge of University policies and degree requirements.
• Proficiency with social media, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Moodle/Blackboard, Zoom.

Responsibilities

• Advise students about completion of communication major curriculum requirements.
• Help students define academic goals and understand how to achieve them.
• Explain degree plans and progress to students and plan their academic focus.
• Assist in planning program events (spring/fall commencement).
• Maintain connections with student service staff and campus course offerings.
• Interpret and enforce University, College, and Departmental policies while guiding options.
• Help students access university resources and make transitions.

Skills

Judgment

Decision-making

Problem solving

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Moodle

Blackboard

Zoom

Job description

Anticipated Hiring Range $50,000 - $58,000

Working Title: Academic Advisor in Communication

Department: Department of Communication

The Department of Communication serves approximately 800 undergraduate majors and 100 minors in Science Communication. We also serve nearly 100 graduate students in our Master of Science and interdisciplinary doctoral program in Communication, Rhetoric and Digital Media (in collaboration with the Department of English). We are part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences and located in the Research Triangle Area, in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

• Childcare benefits
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness Programs

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Responsibilities

• Advise students about completion of communication major curriculum requirements.
• Help students define academic goals and gain an understanding of how to achieve them.
• Understand and communicate to students the implications of the various program plans and degree progress.
• Help students develop their academic focus within the major.
• Assist in planning of program events, including spring and fall commencement ceremonies.
• Keep abreast of relevant course offerings across the College and campus and maintain connections with student service staff across campus.
• Understand, interpret, and enforce University, College, and Departmental policies while exploring academic and professional options.
• Help students make transitions and access the full range of university resources.

Other Responsibilities

• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Post-baccalaureate credentials preferred. A bachelor’s degree plus equivalent professional training and experience may be considered.

Other Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in the areas of judgment, decision-making, problem solving, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge of University, College and Departmental policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Understanding of communication as an academic discipline. Proficient in social media, excel, word, power point, instructional software (Moodle, Blackboard, Zoom, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest and foundation in Communication (e.g., multiple undergraduate courses, major, or minor in the discipline).
• An understanding of university structure and administration, including the relationship between student affairs units and academic units.
• Experience working with academic programs, preferably in college student affairs, counseling or a related field.
• Professional advising experience in a university setting or experience as a graduate assistant in an academic advising role.
• A record of success in working with undergraduates.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

Commercial Driver's License required No

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status.

The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.

Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
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