Academic Advisor, Arts and Sciences

Position: Academic Advisor, Arts and Sciences - 122900
Job Summary

The College of Arts & Sciences Advisement Office seeks a dedicated Academic Advisor to support our student population. As an Academic Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in guiding students along their academic journey and helping them achieve their goals.

You will be responsible for providing comprehensive academic advisement and developing graduation plans with students. You will monitor student progress, identify at-risk students, and proactively support them through their degree pursuit. You will also serve as a mentor, providing interpersonal counseling on academic and career matters.

In addition to advising, you will develop services and programs to foster student success. You will look for opportunities to empower students and help them elevate their abilities. You will work to resolve any administrative issues students face and refer them to additional campus support services as needed.

This is an excellent chance to directly impact the lives of our students. As an Academic Advisor, you will engage with students, understand their needs, and help them develop their full potential. If you have a passion for student support, advising, and making a difference in students' educational experiences, we want to hear from you.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Knowledge of basic academic advisement process in higher education.

* Knowledge of computers and various software packages.

* Ability to become proficient in the most commonly used ETSU advising tools, including but not limited to Banner, Gold Link, Degree Works, and EAB Navigate.

* Knowledge of university policies and procedures.

* Knowledge of course catalog, general education/Compass Core, and specific program requirements.

* Ability to work with students with a wide variety of abilities and backgrounds.

* Ability to communicate effectively.

* Ability to speak publicly.

* Ability to think objectively and solve problems.

* Ability to work independently.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree

* One (1) year of experience working with students in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

* Master's degree and two (2) years of experience working with students in a higher education setting as a full-time employee or graduate assistant experience.

* Experience in mentorship, career, and academic counseling.

Compensation & Benefits

* Job Family - Student Services Professional 1E

* Salary - Market Range 6 (Salary Schedules)

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Application instructions

* Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

* Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check.

* Documents needed to apply:
Cover Letter and Resume, 3 references available on request

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students and highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond.

Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community engagement.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Disclaimer: The

Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.