Undergraduate Academic Advisor 2 (Mansfield Campus)

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University invites applications for the position of Academic Advisor 2 at the Mansfield campus. This role focuses on promoting student success by implementing proactive strategies to help students stay on track to achieve their educational goals.

The advisor helps students from diverse backgrounds in selecting courses aligned with evolving academic and career interests. Additionally, the role includes educating students on university policies and program requirements across

Qualifications

• Able to clearly explain complex program requirements to various audiences, including students, parents, faculty, and community members
• Effective communication (oral and written) and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail with ability to balance multiple priorities and maintain confidential information

Responsibilities

• Assist students in selecting courses aligning with academic and career goals
• Educate students on university policies and program/degree requirements
• Support students navigating the university and refer to academic, career, financial, and psychological resources
• Participate in student orientation and recruitment to support engagement and enrollment
• Work independently with a collaborative approach to student support services

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Title:Undergraduate Academic Advisor 2 (Mansfield Campus)Department:Mansfield | Academic Advising

The Ohio State University invites applications for the position of Academic Advisor 2 at the Mansfield campus. This role is focused on promoting student success by implementing proactive strategies that help students stay on track to achieve their educational goals. The position involves assisting students from a variety of backgrounds in selecting courses that align with their evolving academic and career interests. Additionally, the role includes educating students on university policies and procedures, as well as program and degree requirements across multiple schools/colleges, with special focus on business-related majors.

Furthermore, the role supports students in navigating the university environment and making referrals to various university offices that enhance the student experience, including academic, career, financial, and psychological resources.

Additional responsibilities include participating in student orientation programs and recruitment activities to support undergraduate program engagement and enrollment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently while possessing a collaborative approach to student support services.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or equivalent (2 years) combination of education and experience


• No relevant experience required


• Able to clearly explain complex program requirements to various audiences, including students, parents, faculty, and community members


• Effective communication (oral and written) and problem-solving skills


• Strong attention to detail with ability to balance multiple priorities and maintain confidential information

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2+ years of relevant experience


• Understands and follows FERPA guidelines


• Familiarity with Ohio State systems and processes


• Knowledge of Student Information System (SIS), Microsoft Office, and OnCourse

The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, the unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications.

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.

Additional Information:

The Ohio State University at Mansfield offered its first classes in 1958. The Mansfield campus sits on 640 acres and shares the campus with North Central State College. The campus is a thriving model for sustainability and environmental/natural resources experiential education and hands‑on research. The campus has a 20‑acre sugar bush used for maple syrup production; vernal pools, pine plantations, wetlands, and stream heads; and an ecolab collaboration with the School of Environment and Natural Resources. The two institutions have their own administrative leadership and governance structure, but partner through several shared services, including security, campus recreation, facilities, and several student events and programs.

Ohio State Mansfield currently enrolls 828 students who are taught and supported by 28 tenure track or tenured professors. The campus focuses on the success of a student academically (small class size; innovative instruction methods; undergraduate research opportunities; easy access to faculty and staff; new programs and facilities), but also the success of students as a person.

Location: Riedl Hall (0675) Position Type: Term (Fixed Term) Scheduled Hours: 40Shift: First ShiftFinal candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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