Senior Academic Advisor

The department of Academic Advising contributes to the University College mission of ensuring the successful transition of first- and second-year students into the University to put them on track toward graduation in four years.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Senior Academic Advisor (Sr. AA) will provide leadership for coordinating occasional advising activities or practices, including: (1) Advising programs (group sessions, orientation preparation, open House and other events), (2) Advising communication (website, advising syllabus, advising emails to new students, brochure edits, academic counseling and liaison partnerships), or (3) Advising procedures (handbook, contact sheets and other documents, advising policies, student file guidelines).

The Sr. AA will also continue to provide academic advisement to NCCU's University College constituents (first year students, sophomores and transfer students) through one-on-one meetings, workshops, or presentations regarding majors, degree requirements, academic progress, and selection of courses for future semesters.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent organizational and communication skills. Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission and structure of NCCU programs and curricula. Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with students, supervisors, and colleagues.

Minimum Education /Experience

* Requires a Bachelor's degree in counseling or related field or equivalent plus 2-3 years' related experience.

Preferred requirements:

* Master's degree in education, counseling, or similar related field required. Three (3) to five (5) years' experience in higher education advising or student services, and involvement with relevant professional associations, are preferred.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

None

Pre-Employment Requirement

Pre-Employment Requirements:

* You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.

* Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.

* Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.

* North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Work Location Fully On-site (dedicated office at Duty Station)