Senior Academic Advisor [POOL]

NC Central University; Durham (NC); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

NC State - Health Benefits

11-12 Paid Holidays

TSERS Retirement System

Résumé du poste

North Carolina Central University (NCCU) seeks a Senior Academic Advisor to lead and coordinate advising activities for University College students. The role includes organizing group sessions, orientation events, and open houses, as well as shaping advising communications and policy documents.

You will continue to provide individual academic advisement through meetings, workshops, and presentations covering majors, degree requirements, progression, and course selection.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree in counseling or related field plus 2-3 years of related experience.
• Master’s degree in education, counseling, or similar field preferred; 3-5 years in higher education advising or student services.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate advising programs (group sessions, orientation, open House events).
• Oversee advising communication (website, syllabus, emails, brochures).
• Manage advising procedures (handbooks, contact sheets, policies, student files).
• Provide one-on-one advising to NCCU University College students (freshmen, sophomores, transfers).

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Formation

Bachelor's degree in counseling or related field

Master's degree in education or counseling

Description du poste

Position Information

Working Title: Senior Academic Advisor [POOL]

FLSA: Exempt

Appointment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Tenure Track: No

FTE: 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months

Department Hiring Range: The salary is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's educational background, relevant experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.

EEO-1 Category: Professionals

Soc Code: 21-1012 - Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors

Position Overview

Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight!

Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,' NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.

Visit NCCU.edu.

Employee Benefits

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NC State - Health Benefits
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11-12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount and more.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The department of Academic Advising contributes to the University College mission of ensuring the successful transition of first- and second-year students into the University to put them on track toward graduation in four years.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Senior Academic Advisor (Sr. AA) will provide leadership for coordinating occasional advising activities or practices, including: (1) Advising programs (group sessions, orientation preparation, open House and other events), (2) Advising communication (website, advising syllabus, advising emails to new students, brochure edits, academic counseling and liaison partnerships), or (3) Advising procedures (handbook, contact sheets and other documents, advising policies, student file guidelines).

The Sr. AA will also continue to provide academic advisement to NCCU's University College constituents (first year students, sophomores and transfer students) through one-on-one meetings, workshops, or presentations regarding majors, degree requirements, academic progress, and selection of courses for future semesters.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent organizational and communication skills. Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission and structure of NCCU programs and curricula. Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with students, supervisors, and colleagues.

Minimum Education/Experience

Requires a bachelor's degree in counseling or related field or equivalent plus 2-3 years' related experience.

Preferred requirements: Master's degree in education, counseling, or similar related field required. Three (3) to five (5) years' experience in higher education advising or student services, and involv

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

N/A

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Work Location

Fully On-site (dedicated office at Duty Station)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: EPA03597P

Open Date: 10/20/2026

Priority Applicant Consideration Date: 11/15/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes