Academic Advisor II

Academic Advisor II

The College of Arts & Sciences at Georgia State University is transforming lives through our research advances, career-empowering teaching, and work with community partners in Atlanta and around the globe. As the largest college on the Atlanta Campus, the College of Arts and Sciences is home to more than 15,000 students, 550 faculty, and 300 staff members. Our faculty teach the core curriculum courses that serve as the foundation of nearly every student's university education.

These are exciting times at The College of Arts and Sciences at Georgia State University. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence. The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking to hire an experienced Academic Advisor II.

What Makes College of Arts & Science A Great Place?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

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What You Will Do:

• Perform all duties of a full-service professional academic advisor, including facilitating academic program development, advising students, and interpreting and implementing university policies and procedures.
• Provide administrative support to department undergraduate directors for course substitutions, petitions, and permissions, and support advisement-related events and data needs from Navigate.
• Additionally, the Academic Advisor II will be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Banner, and have experience with programs such as Argos, Degree Works, and Navigate.
• The essential duties and responsibilities of the Academic Advisor II are the following:
• Evaluates and maintains student records for degree requirements.
• Monitors student registration, academic performance, and progress.
• Communicates with students about course scheduling, requirements, and resources.
• Tracks retention, progression, and graduation of students.
• Provides administrative support for course substitutions, petitions, and permissions.
• Processes registration permissions in Banner.
• Supports advisement events and data needs.
• Mentors and trains staff; coordinates advisement training and special programs.
• Other duties assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Requirements:
  
  Bachelor's degree and either
  1) 6 months experience as "Academic Advisor I" at GSU (University Advisement Center or other GSU advising department) or
  2) three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Georgia State University Values:

• COMMUNITY:
  Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university
• IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING:
  Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility
• TRANSFORMATION:
  Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place
• INTEGRITY:
  Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources
• EXCELLENCE:
  Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service
• STRATEGIC INNOVATION:
  Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents

USG Core Value Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.

Background Check:

Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime:

Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.