Part-time Academic Gap Advisor

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Vision plan

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plan

Educational benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana seeks a Part-Time Academic Gap Advisor to provide short-term, developmental academic advising for new and continuing students during peak periods. The role uses a caseload approach to help students plan programs, interpret placement scores, and navigate prerequisites.

The position is temporary, part-time, and designed to support students during enrollment spikes. Responsibilities include guiding registration and referrals to campus and community resources

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in student services, advising, or related roles.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising during high-demand periods, including semester start and registration windows.
• Guide students in understanding placement scores, program curriculum, prerequisites, and transfer opportunities.
• Assist with registration for developmental, general education, and prerequisite courses.
• Refer students to college services such as tutoring, counseling, financial aid, and career planning.
• Maintain FERPA confidentiality and participate in training or meetings as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Caseload management

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

• The Part-Time Academic Gap Advisor provides short-term, developmental academic advising to new and continuing students during peak enrollment periods and semester gaps. Using a case management approach, the advisor supports students in understanding academic programs, navigating course prerequisites, interpreting placement scores, and planning educational pathways. This position plays a key role in assisting students with course registration and connecting them to relevant campus and community resources.
• This is a part-time, temporary position employed only during times of high advising demand.
• This position and the posting will stay open continuously in order to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings. Applicants may not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position or if the candidate does not meet minimum requirements.

Job Description

• Provide academic advising support during high-demand periods, including semester start and registration windows.
• Guide students in understanding placement scores, program curriculum, prerequisites, and transfer opportunities.
• Assist students with registration for developmental education, general education, and prerequisite courses.
• Assist students with appeals/requests such as requests to repeat courses for a third time.
• Collaborate with academic departments to ensure continuity and consistency in advising practices.
• Use student data and reports to assist in implementing proactive advising strategies.
• Refer students to appropriate college services such as tutoring, counseling, financial aid, and career planning.
• Maintain compliance with FERPA and uphold ethical standards of student confidentiality. Participate in training or team meetings as needed during the appointment period. This position is designed to provide flexible support during peak advising times and is not continuously active throughout the academic year. Other duties may be assigned as needed to support departmental goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in student services, advising, or related roles.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Financial & Retirement Benefits All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Equal Opportunity

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status.

As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions.

Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

About Ivy Tech

At Ivy Tech, you'll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life-changing achievements.

As Indiana's only full-fledged community college, we're deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way.

No matter your role, you'll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first.

Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together.

Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact.

Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures.

To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations.

Competitive benefits and professional development programs The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace