Academic Advisor

Overview

This is a professional position responsible for the academic advisement and student success strategies for all students.

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Note:

The following examples of work as listed in this job descriptions are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the classification. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)

• Assist students with the selection of a major.
• Assist students in career development.
• Track students’ progression toward a degree.
• Develop and implement retention strategies for high risk students.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)

• Knowledge of human growth and development theory; career counseling and advising theory; multicultural differences and needs; differences in personalities and learning styles and interpretation of achievement tests.
• Skill in communication, written and verbal; able to use computer for work – Microsoft Word, Excel, and programs necessary for advising and tracking students.
• Ability to work well with others in a team approach; to work with a diverse population of students; to work with faculty and outside community leaders; and to plan, organize, and attend to details on all paperwork.

• Bachelor's Degree in Student Development, Counseling, Psychology, Education, or related fields, plus two years of experience in advising, counseling, teaching, or related area.

• Experience with community college or non-traditional students, academic advisement, and career counseling.
• Experience with Florida's state rules and regulations, such as Gordon Rule and Bright Futures.
• Masters degree is desirable.

• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
• Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

• Works inside in an office/classroom environment.
• Travel to local area for recruitment and information sharing required.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

Florida Gateway College affirms its Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Policy in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and rules. The College reaffirms its commitment to provide equal access and equal opportunity for all programs, services, and activities offered by the College, without discrimination. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, religion, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status against a student, employee, or applicant is prohibited.