Freshman Retention Academic Advisor

Fayetteville State University; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fayetteville State University seeks an Academic Advisor to support incoming first-time freshmen throughout their first academic year, using proactive monitoring and a data-informed advising model to identify and intervene with at-risk students.

The role includes crafting individualized success plans, guiding students to university resources, and aiming to improve fall-to-fall retention and academic progression. Some teaching may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of best practices in higher education advising and registration systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with students and staff.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and student information systems; familiarity with Banner/Canvas.

Responsibilities

• Support academic success and retention of incoming first-time freshmen.
• Monitor academic progress and provide proactive advising and intervention.
• Develop individualized academic success plans and connect students to resources.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Zoom/TEAMS

MS Office

Job description

Fayetteville State University

Academic Advisor

Position Information

Position Title: | Academic Advisor

Working Title: | Freshman Academic Interventionist

Position Number: | 000594

Full-Time Or Part-Time: | Full Time

Time Limited Position: | Yes

Number of Vacancies: | 1

Department: | Strategic Enrollment Management

Posting Number: | 0401893

SHRA/EHRA: | Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Job Category: | Professional

Hiring Range: | Commensurate with Education and Experience

Overall Position Competency: | Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Primary Purpose of the Organization: The Bronco One Stop is a centralized space for students to access standard student services to strengthen their ability to navigate Fayetteville State University. Bronco One Stop aims to enhance the student experience with the application process, academic records, financial aid, making payments, speaking with an advisor to register for classes, gaining assistance with degree planning, receiving academic support, and navigating university resources. Fayetteville State University Advising Center’s mission is to promote student success by empowering students to achieve their academic and career aspirations. The Advising Center delivers high-quality services by providing support with educational planning, course selection, resource awareness, and success strategies.

Primary Purpose of the Position: The primary purpose of this position is to support the academic success and retention of each incoming first-time freshman cohort throughout their first academic year through proactive monitoring, early intervention, and targeted academic advising. Using a developmental and data-informed advising model, the Freshman Retention Advisor monitors the academic progress of first-time freshmen, identifies and intervenes with students demonstrating academic risk, and provides intensive advising and academic recovery support to students who earn below a 2.0 GPA after their first semester. The position assists students with developing individualized academic success plans, connecting with appropriate university resources, improving academic performance, and maintaining progress toward continued enrollment. Through consistent monitoring, intervention, and follow-up, the position is designed to improve freshman academic performance, persistence, and Fayetteville State University’s fall-to-fall freshman retention rate.

This position is funded by non-state funds and has been designated time limited. Continuation of this position is contingent upon the continuing availability of those funds.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience in academic advising, tutoring, student support services, social science-related support services, or a closely related area.

Additional Information Regarding Teaching: Some advisors may be assigned teaching responsibilities based on departmental needs and the employee’s education and qualifications, subject to university instructional credential requirements. Eligibility to teach is not a condition of appointment to an advising position.

Knowledge: Knowledge of best practices in higher education for enhancing student academic skills; knowledge of current advising and registration technology; and the ability to help students navigate the various platforms available to them (i.e., Banner, Microsoft Outlook, and Canvas).

Skills: Communication skills to explain, write, advocate for, and report on the needs of the program and academic outcomes; interpersonal skills to interact effectively with students, staff, and faculty; proficient use of computers, student success technology, Microsoft Office, and Zoom/TEAMS; must be attentive to detail, possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize while multi-tasking and manage tasks in an efficient and timely manner.

Abilities: The ability to respond effectively to unexpected events and make adjustments in plans as needed; listen and analyze academic needs; generate reports on academic progression; navigate student records; answer basic questions about processes and direct students to appropriate resources as necessary; ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships; ability to manage time, work calmly under pressure, and deliver on tight deadlines; ability to work independently and collaboratively with other offices; and a viable candidate must comprehend and abide by federal and university student confidentiality requirements. Ability to work occasionally after 5:00pm and on weekends (especially during peak times).

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree. Three to five years’ experience advising community college and/or university students, particularly exploratory/undecided students.

Special Instructions To Applicants:

Notice to Applicants: Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.” Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Additional Information for Applicants: All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement: This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement: Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Quick Link: https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/29407

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Other Documents Continued
3. Other Documents Continued.

• Fayetteville State University
• 1200 Murchison Road
• Fayetteville, NC 28301