Undergraduate Academic Advisor

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking an Undergraduate Academic Advisor to provide individual advising to approximately 300 students, assisting in transitioning to college, academic planning and engagement on campus. Advisors communicate and meet regularly with students, their assigned College, and the University Advising Center.

In addition, this position must maintain a 30-hour weekly advising schedule, manage student caseloads, participate in ongoing training and certification, host

Qualifications

• Knowledge of undergraduate advising practices and student service.
• Thorough knowledge of University Policy and Procedures.
• Excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills.
• High level of organizational and coordination skills.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual advising to approximately 300 assigned students to assist in transitioning to college, academic planning and engagement on campus.
• Maintain an average advising schedule of 30 hours per week, manage student caseloads, participate in ongoing training and certification.
• Host various outreach events and intervene with students.
• Regularly use available technologies to ensure accurate and effective advising.

Skills

Undergraduate advising

Policy knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Office procedures

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Undergraduate Academic Advisor

Department: PROV University Advising Center

Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From 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.

Advertised Job Summary

The 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 ongoing training and certification, host various outreach events, intervene with students, and regularly use available technologies to ensure accurate and effective advising.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Tbe 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.

Job Close Date10/03/2026

Benefits

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• 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

EEO StatementThe 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