Senior Academic Advisor & Student Success Lead

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave Time

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) and Pension plans

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Georgia State University’s University Advisement Center seeks an Academic Advisor III to provide advanced advising, interpret university policies, and support program development. The role emphasizes student success, retention, and degree completion across campus locations.

The incumbent will mentor advising staff, monitor student progress with data tools, and collaborate with academic units to improve outcomes. A strong emphasis on equity and continuous improvement is stated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 6 months as Academic Advisor II at GSU or 5 years of related experience.
• Ability to interpret and communicate university policies, procedures, and requirements to students, faculty, staff, and families.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced academic advising on degree requirements, course selection, standing, progression, and graduation planning.
• Interpret and communicate policies and requirements to students, faculty, staff, and families.
• Monitor student progress, registrations, and degree milestones using advising tools and data.
• Evaluate and process transfer credits, readmission, graduation certifications, and financial aid reinstatement.
• Review records for accuracy and compliance of curriculum requirements and advising documentation.
• Collaborate with faculty and departments on curriculum changes, policy updates, and program development to improve retention.
• Lead and mentor advising staff and student assistants in operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Banner

Degree Works

EAB Navigate

Job description

Georgia State University’s University Advisement Center seeks an Academic Advisor III to provide advanced advising, interpret university policies, and support program development. The role emphasizes student success, retention, and degree completion across campus locations.

The incumbent will mentor advising staff, monitor student progress with data tools, and collaborate with academic units to improve outcomes. A strong emphasis on equity and continuous improvement is stated.