Academic Advisor

Time Limited Position:
No

Number of
Vacancies:
1

Department: Special Programs

Posting Number: 0401607

Description of primary duties and responsibilities:

Primary Purpose of the Organizational
Unit:  

Fayetteville State University’s Office of Access & Student Success encourages and assists families in the Sandhills
Region of North Carolina, who are traditionally under-represented in post-secondary education with preparation for, entry into and
completion of a post-secondary degree.  

The TRIO Student Support Services Program is funded by the U.S.
Department of Education for the purpose of providing structured academic support activities to low-income and first-generation college
students. The goal of SSS is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants. The
services provided create opportunities for academic development, assist students with basic college requirements, and motivate students
toward the successful completion of their postsecondary education.

Description of Work
Continued:

Primary Purpose of the Position:  

The primary purpose of the Academic Advisor
position is to support low-income and first-generation students at Fayetteville State University with structured academic support such as
coaching, advisement and instruction to improve successful course completion, retention and graduation.

Minimum
Education And Experience Requirements:

An earned master’s degree from an accredited institution preferably in the
degree program to which they are assigned.  

Some work experience in higher education, preferably in academic advising, counseling
admissions, enrollment management or student affairs.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Ability to
  follow directions to implement evidence-based program; excellent organizational skills meet deadlines; effective interpersonal and oral
  communication skills; and an interest in working with high school students. 
• Applicants must have the temperament for engage with
  college level students with a focus on the student experience. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Prefer
  candidate to have experience in overcoming barriers similar to SSS participants.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prefer one year of paid or volunteer experience working with
low-income/first generation college students.  

Some work experience in higher education, preferably in academic advising, counseling
admissions, enrollment management or student affairs.

Notice to Applicants:

Please make sure
that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out
completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor.
References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Additional Information
for Applicants:

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment.
Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification
requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement:

This
position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal
background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history
check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not
discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual
orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively
seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran’s Statement:

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected
veterans for our openings.

Quick Link:
https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/24217