Undergraduate Academic Advisor - Student Success

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks an Academic Advisor to provide academic guidance to students in the assigned college at Norfolk, VA. You will help students set educational goals and map the path to degree completion, ensuring alignment with degree requirements at Old Dominion University.

The role requires knowledge of advising best practices, FERPA compliance, and strong communication skills to support diverse student populations and collaborate with faculty and staff.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of advising theories and best practices.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of students, faculty, and administrators.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Comfort with using technology.
• Empathy, flexibility, and a growth mindset.
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively.
• Knowledge of higher education policies and FERPA.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with undergraduate students.
• Previous experience in academic advising or related student services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to undergraduates in the assigned college.
• Assist students in developing educational goals and planning steps.
• Explain degree requirements to graduate from Old Dominion University.
• Guide students to available resources and support services.

Skills

Advising theories

Diversity & inclusion

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Technology comfort

Empathy & growth mindset

Independent & cooperative work

FERPA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Experience in higher education

Academic advising experience

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks an Academic Advisor to provide academic guidance to students in the assigned college at Norfolk, VA. You will help students set educational goals and map the path to degree completion, ensuring alignment with degree requirements at Old Dominion University.

The role requires knowledge of advising best practices, FERPA compliance, and strong communication skills to support diverse student populations and collaborate with faculty and staff.