Academic Counselor 2

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge invites applications for Academic Counselor 2 in the Ogden Honors College. The role provides academic advising, helps students navigate admissions, degree requirements, and scholastic planning, and supports retention initiatives.

The counselor will develop and deliver workshops, coordinate orientation and other programs, maintain advising records, assist with recruitment, and represent the college at various events, while upholding FERPA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience
• Master's degree preferred
• Experience in Higher Education or counseling preferred
• LSU values relevant experience; a degree is not required if the candidate meets the required years of experience

Responsibilities

• Provide individual academic counseling concerning admissions, course requirements, graduation requirements, scholastic requirements, and academic issues; Advises on the undergraduate curriculum appropriate to an Honors collegiate education.
• Provide general career counseling for individual students, including discussion of values, philosophy, life goals and career information.
• Provide routine interpretation of placement, occupational, vocational, and interest tests.
• Develop and deliver workshops, information sessions, and other events to support advising goals.

Skills

Academic Advising

Communication

Conflict Management

Critical Thinking

Data Tracking

Relationship Building

Student Advocacy

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

## Academic Counselor 2Applylocations: 0315 French Housetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: December 1, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R00118085## ****All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).****## **If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.**## Job Posting Title:Academic Counselor 2## Position Type:Professional / Unclassified## Department:LSUAM AA - HC - SS - Honors Advising (Melissa Bailey Crawford (00007830))## Work Location:0315 French House## Pay Grade:Professional Hourly## Job Description:This position provides academic advising for students in the Ogden Honors College and coordinates events and programmatic support for their continued retention in the College. The Academic Counselor 2 assists the Director for Advising and Enrollment Management in activities related to academic counseling and collaborates with other campus constituents to resolve student issues and concerns. **Job Responsibilities**Provides individual academic counseling concerning admissions, course requirements, graduation requirements, scholastic requirements, and academic issues; Advises on the undergraduate curriculum appropriate to an Honors collegiate education. Provides general career counseling for individual students, which includes discussion of students' values, philosophy, and life goals and career information and testing. Provides routine interpretation of various placement, occupational, vocational, and interest tests. (50%) Develops and delivers workshops, information sessions, and other events according to advising goals in coordination with student services personnel and student support organizations. Plans and participates in registration, pre-registration, and other special programs including orientation for students. Coordinates special events such as orientation and the certification of degree candidates for the college. Produces digital and print resources for the academic and developmental support of Ogden Honors College students. (30%) Represents the college/department at university functions at high schools, community events, college/university committees, joint programs, and professional meetings and activities. (10%) Utilizes and maintains identification and tracking resources to support student development. Maintains individual student advising records. (5%) Assists with recruiting efforts. Other duties as assigned. (5%) **Additional Requirements****FERPA** - As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health-related matter, they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students, or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality. **Additional Information**This position may have to work nights and/or weekends. **Minimum Qualifications**Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience ***LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.*** **Preferred Qualifications**Master's degree **Specific Experience:** A Master’s Degree, preferably within Higher Education, Counseling, Social Work, Liberal Arts, or Social Sciences disciplines, and two years of full-time experience in a collegiate student support position are preferred.## Additional Job Description:## Special Instructions:Please provide a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and transcripts. Official transcripts are required prior to hire, if applicable. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Ogden Honors College at [phone].**Skills Needed:**Academic Advising, Communication, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Data Tracking, Relationship Building, Student Advocacy, Time Management**Preferred Skills:**## Posting Date:August 3, 2026## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):December 1, 2026