Academic Advisor I

Fayetteville Technical Community College is recruiting for a new member to join our Advising Team and now accepting applications for a full-time Academic Advisor I!

The Academic Advisor I is a member of the Academic Advising Team and is responsible for providing appropriate academic and transitional support to students in a holistic manner. The primary focus of this role is to develop relationships with students and guide them through course selection, academic planning, and personal development.

• NC State Health Plan
• NC State Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Educational Benefits
• Longevity

• Advise first year students on course selection and academic planning, aligning with their educational goals and degree requirements.
• Assist first year students in understanding academic policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and promoting student success.
• Monitor student progress and identify at-risk students, providing timely intervention strategies and resources.
• Collaborate with faculty and other support staff to coordinate student support services, including tutoring, mentoring, and career services.
• Develop and maintain accurate student records in accordance with institutional policies and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

• Achieve a high student retention rate for first-year students by providing comprehensive onboarding, continuous support, and early intervention strategies.
• Efficiently advise an assigned number of students per semester, fostering meaningful connections and guiding them through academic and personal development.
• Consistently maintain a high percentage of students reporting satisfaction with their advising experience through personalized attention, clear communication, and goal-oriented guidance.
• Effectively coordinate and promote mandatory advising sessions, ensuring strong attendance rates and active engagement from students.
• Contribute to a high conversion rate of admitted students to enrollment through tailored outreach, efficient onboarding, and the establishment of clear academic pathways.
• Encourage and facilitate early course registration among advisees.