Professional Advisor

About Us

Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.

Professional Advisor

Professional / Unclassified

LSUA SE
- Office of Advising
- Assistant Director (Jennifer Lynn Parish ))

LSU
- Alexandria

Professional

Professional Advisor Mission: LSUA Department of Student Success fosters an environment that retains and advances students. We provide learning opportunities based on student experiences and interests. We work closely with all academic and support departments to provide continuous quality support for students from matriculation through graduation. We focus on academic and personal achievement throughout early interventions and systematic tracking of students.

Summary:

The advisor will work with students and guide them in developing a plan of study that meets degree requirements. This position assists with course selection, class scheduling, co-curricular opportunities and related advising duties. The specialist monitors student progress and suggests and implements corrective actions when students encounter academic or personal difficulties. This position works closely with university departments and Student Engagement regarding challenges that students face.

• Provide advising services to prospective and currently enrolled students. This includes one-on-one in person appointments, email correspondence, phone calls, zoom sessions, group advising sessions, and walk-ins.
• Topics discussed include coursework, credits, grades, GPA, student life, Career development and college success strategies.
• Works closely with students to provide support and counsel in order to identify academic options such as degree programs, extracurricular activities, exchange programs, research and internships that align with academic and career goals.
• Monitor progress of advisees and respond to their questions and concerns.
• Provide reports on and monitor trends for advisees.
• Coordinate meetings and enhance communication with academic departments regularly.
• Collaborate with academic units and student services departments throughout the University to facilitate comprehensive student support.
• Follow office communication plan which includes emails, calls, and meetings with a variety of student groups throughout the year.
• Work effectively with the appropriate academic Dean and Chairs to ensure students are properly advised.
• Assist the appropriate Dean and Chairs with recruiting and retention efforts.
• Maintain consistent communication with the appropriate academic Dean and program faculty.
• Proficient with general education curriculum, office policies and procedures, and Degree Navigator Reports.

• Baccalaureate degree
• Minimum one year of job-related experience
• Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative
• Effective verbal and written communications skills and effective presentation skills.

• Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or related field
• One year experience in higher education, preferably in student support or retention.

Eight (8) hours per day, Monday –Friday 40 hours a week. Must be able to work outside of typical work hours for student events/programs.

Competencies:

None

Background check is required for hire.

Questions or concerns about your application should be directed to LSUA Human Resources at  or hr.