Undergraduate Academic Advisor

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays (including anextended

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina seeks an Undergraduate Academic Advisor to provide individualized advising to about 300 students, guiding college transition, academic planning and campus involvement. Advisors understand curricula, policies, and campus resources, meeting regularly with students and assigned colleges.

The role requires maintaining a 30-hour advising week, managing caseloads, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• The position requires knowledge of undergraduate advising practices and student service, plus experience with technology.
• Ability to possess thorough knowledge of University Policy and Procedures and functions.
• Excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills, with ability to adapt under deadlines and changing schedules.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise independent initiative and judgement.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual advising to approximately 300 assigned students (first-year, transfer, continuing caseload) to aid in transitioning to college, academic planning and campus engagement.
• Maintain an average advising schedule of 30 hours per week, manage student caseloads, and participate in training and certification.
• Host outreach events, intervene with students and utilize technologies to ensure accurate and effective advising.

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Undergraduate Academic AdvisorDepartment: PROV University Advising CenterAdvertised Salary Range:Part/Full Time: Full TimeAbout UofSCFrom the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.Inclusive Excellence StatementAdvertised Job SummaryThe Undergraduate Academic Advisor provides individual advising to approximately 300 assigned students(first-year students, transfer students, continuing caseload of students or a combination) to assist in transitioning to college, academic planning and progression, and engagement on campus. Advisors possess a working knowledge of college curriculums, university policy, and campus resources. Advisors communicate and meet regularly with students, their assigned College, and the University Advising Center. In addition, this position must maintain an average advising schedule of 30 hours per week, manage student caseloads, participate in on-going training and certification, host various outreach events, intervene with students, and regularly use available technologies to ensure accurate and effective advising.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• The position requires knowledge of undergraduate advising practices and student service as well as experience with technology.
• Ability to possess thorough knowledge of University Policy and Procedures and functions.
• Excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills.
• Able to possess high level of organizational and coordination skills, maintain flexibility and professional image while providing leadership under stressful conditions, deadlines, and constant changing schedules.
• Ability to exercise high level of confidentiality and independent initiative and judgement.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree and one year advising experience.

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

Job Close Date

10/03/2026

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.je-edd2d97093d246a380f0587a879bd932