Academic Advisor — Student Success & Planning

Ivy Tech Community College; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking an Academic Advisor to provide developmental academic advising for new and continuing students in Valparaiso, IN. You will support goal setting, interpretation of placement scores, and course registration using a case management approach.

The role requires collaborating with campus colleagues, maintaining FERPA-compliant records, and contributing to student retention and success. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, counseling, social work, or related fields; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum of three years in academic advising, admissions, career counseling, or related higher education area.
• Experience with diverse communities and inclusive practices.
• Excellent communication and time management; ability to work in a team.
• Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, email, and database applications including student records systems.
• Administrative and organizational skills and strong customer service attributes.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmental academic advising for new and continuing students using a case management approach.
• Help students define personal and academic goals and interpret placement scores and program requirements.
• Refer students to internal and external resources to support success.
• Maintain FERPA-compliant advising records and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Academic advising

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Student information systems

Job description

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking an Academic Advisor to provide developmental academic advising for new and continuing students in Valparaiso, IN. You will support goal setting, interpretation of placement scores, and course registration using a case management approach.

The role requires collaborating with campus colleagues, maintaining FERPA-compliant records, and contributing to student retention and success. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.