Peak Enrollment 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

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