Graduate Academic Advisor

Old Dominion University; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University is seeking a Graduate Academic Advisor to provide comprehensive academic advising to graduate students, guiding course selection, resolving academic issues, monitoring progress, and implementing retention initiatives in collaboration with faculty and student success programs.

The role emphasizes serving a diverse graduate student population, maintaining FERPA-compliant records, and participating in campus events and professional development while supporting student

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Counseling, or related field.
• Experience with advising theories and working with diverse student populations.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills; basic technology proficiency.
• Criminal background check required; multiple openings.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to graduate students in assigned colleges to support timely degree completion.
• Guide course selection, registration, and resolve academic or administrative issues for a diverse student population.
• Monitor progress and conduct outreach to students facing academic difficulty using data-driven initiatives.
• Maintain advising records adhering to policies including FERPA.
• Participate in campus events, orientations, professional development, and collaborate with faculty and campus partners.
• Contribute to professional organizations such as NACADA.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Technology proficiency

Data-driven advising

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Overview

Old Dominion University is hiring a Graduate Academic Advisor. The advisor provides comprehensive academic advising to graduate students, guiding them on course selection, resolving academic issues, monitoring progress, and implementing retention initiatives while collaborating with faculty and supporting student success programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to graduate students in assigned colleges to support timely degree completion.
• Guide course selection, registration, and resolve academic or administrative issues for a diverse student population.
• Monitor academic progress and conduct outreach to students facing academic difficulty using data-driven initiatives.
• Maintain advising records adhering to Graduate School and university policies including FERPA.
• Participate in campus events, orientations, professional development, and collaborate with faculty and campus partners.
• Contribute to professional organizations such as NACADA.

Qualifications

• Masters degree required, preferably in Higher Education, Counseling, or a related field.
• Experience with advising theories, working with diverse populations, and student services preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, and basic technology proficiency required.
• The position requires completion of a criminal background check and involves multiple openings.