Professional Advisor

Louisiana State University; Alabama; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition exemption for qualified staff

Wellness benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Louisiana State University Alexandria is seeking a Professional Advisor to guide students in developing a plan of study that meets degree requirements. The role includes assisting with course selection, scheduling, and related advising duties, while monitoring progress and implementing corrective actions as needed in collaboration with Student Engagement.

The position reports to the Assistant Director of Advising and requires strong communication, organizational, and advising skills with a

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree is required.
• Minimum one year of job-related experience.
• Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills and effective presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advising services to prospective and currently enrolled students via in-person, email, phone, Zoom, group advising, and walk-ins.
• Assist students with degree program options, extracurricular activities, exchanges, research and internships aligned with goals.
• Monitor advisees’ progress and address questions and concerns.
• Provide reports on advising trends and progress.
• Coordinate meetings and improve communication with academic departments.
• Collaborate with academic units and student services to support students.
• Follow office communication plans including emails, calls, and meetings with student groups.
• Work with Deans and Chairs to ensure proper advising.
• Assist Deans and Chairs with recruiting and retention efforts.
• Maintain communication with Dean and program faculty.
• Be proficient with general education curriculum, office policies, and Degree Navigator.

Skills

Academic Advising

Active Listening

Communication

Critical Thinking

Curriculum Coordination

Data Entry

Detail-Oriented

Time Management

Education

Baccalaureate degree

Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or related field

Tools

Job description

About Us

Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.

Job Posting Title

Professional Advisor

Position Type

Professional / Unclassified

Department

LSUA SE - Office of Advising - Assistant Director (Jennifer Lynn Parish (00073027))

Work Location

LSU - Alexandria

Pay Grade

Professional

Job Description

Professional Advisor

Mission

LSUA Department of Student Success fosters an environment that retains and advances students. We provide learning opportunities based on student experiences and interests. We work closely with all academic and support departments to provide continuous quality support for students from matriculation through graduation. We focus on academic and personal achievement throughout early interventions and systematic tracking of students.

Summary

The advisor will work with students and guide them in developing a plan of study that meets degree requirements. This position assists with course selection, class scheduling, co-curricular opportunities and related advising duties. The specialist monitors student progress and suggests and implements corrective actions when students encounter academic or personal difficulties. This position works closely with university departments and Student Engagement regarding challenges that students face.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide advising services to prospective and currently enrolled students. This includes one-on-one in person appointments, email correspondence, phone calls, zoom sessions, group advising sessions, and walk-ins. Topics discussed include coursework, credits, grades, GPA, student life, Career development and college success strategies
• Works closely with students to provide support and counsel in order to identify academic options such as degree programs, extracurricular activities, exchange programs, research and internships that align with academic and career goals
• Monitor progress of advisees and respond to their questions and concerns
• Provide reports on and monitor trends for advisees
• Coordinate meetings and enhance communication with academic departments regularly
• Collaborate with academic units and student services departments throughout the University to facilitate comprehensive student support
• Follow office communication plan which includes emails, calls, and meetings with a variety of student groups throughout the year
• Work effectively with the appropriate academic Dean and Chairs to ensure students are properly advised
• Assist the appropriate Dean and Chairs with recruiting and retention efforts
• Maintain consistent communication with the appropriate academic Dean and program faculty
• Proficient with general education curriculum, office policies and procedures, and Degree Navigator

Reports To: AssistantDirector of Advising

Required Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree
• Minimum one year of job-related experience
• Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative
• Effective verbal and written communications skills and effective presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or related field
• One year experience in higher education, preferably in student support or retention

Hours: Eight (8) hours per day, Monday –Friday 40 hours a week. Must be able to work outside of typical work hours for student events/programs.

Skills Needed

• Academic Advising
• Active Listening
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Curriculum Coordination
• Data Entry
• Detail-Oriented
• Time Management

Posting Date

September 16, 2026

Additional Position Information

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HCM Contact Information

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed [e-mail]