Academic Advisor — Student Success Coach (Campus)

State of Georgia; East Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia, through West Georgia Technical College, is seeking an Academic Advisor to provide high-quality academic advisement to technical college students. The Advising Coach will help students develop education plans, understand policies, and navigate degree requirements.

Responsibilities include interpreting FERPA guidelines, performing degree audits, coordinating communications, and referring students to support services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of related work experience.
• Experience with a student information system such as Banner, Degree Works, or other advisement systems.
• Strong communication and advisory skills, with a student-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on academic requirements and course selection.
• Review placement scores and course prerequisites to guide planning.
• Maintain accurate electronic records of student interactions and progress in systems.
• Coordinate communications to students via email, text, or phone for advisement and enrollment.
• Refer students to financial aid, career advisement, admissions, and tutoring services as needed.
• Support recruitment and enrollment growth initiatives and advising materials.

Skills

Academic advising

FERPA knowledge

Student advocacy

Communication skills

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Tools

Banner

Degree Works

TargetX

Job description

State of Georgia, through West Georgia Technical College, is seeking an Academic Advisor to provide high-quality academic advisement to technical college students. The Advising Coach will help students develop education plans, understand policies, and navigate degree requirements.

Responsibilities include interpreting FERPA guidelines, performing degree audits, coordinating communications, and referring students to support services.