Academic Advisor, College of Computing & Software Engineering

Academic Advisor, College of Computing & Software Engineering

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Assesses and advises students on the information, procedures, and academic requirements of a specific program or major. Provides academic guidance and program information to students in the assigned college or program. Assists students in exploring careers, evaluating academic abilities, and setting goals.

• Provide high‑quality academic advising services to current and prospective KSU students.
• Develop multi‑semester degree plans following major curriculum guidelines and align students’ academic interests with appropriate professional goals.
• Connect students with appropriate academic and non‑academic student services that promote their success, and maintain thorough and accurate documentation of individual advising sessions.
• Meet formally with students to develop meaningful connections.
• Attend and participate in advising sessions for new and incoming students, both at orientation and in pre‑orientation advising sessions with students and families.
• Participate in college or institutional student‑success initiatives.
• Utilize and incorporate best practices identified through the analysis of reports/analytics related to advising activity, student‑success metrics, etc.
• Contribute to the coordination of unit‑level communication plans regarding key milestones, registration deadlines, academic resources, etc.
• Monitor and document the retention, progression, and graduation of students within the assigned population, and offer proactive outreach to the assigned populations within the appropriate system.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• One (1) year of experience in a student‑success or support‑related role.

• Experience in a higher‑education setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic advising, evidenced by prior experiences such as peer leadership, student‑affairs leadership, peer advising, or curriculum design.
• Advanced degree in a related field.

Primary location:
Kennesaw campus, 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Alternate location:
Marietta campus, 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Proposed salary range: $44,000 – $50,000 annually. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more.

• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Interact effectively with students.
• Work evenings and weekends to support college initiatives, events, or activities.
• Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with assigned deadlines.

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working and studying. The University prohibits harassment and discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, veteran or military status. For more information or to file a complaint, contact the Office of Institutional Equity at eeo.

Final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Additional screenings may include motor vehicle report, credit check, pre‑employment drug screening, or verification of academic credentials.

• This is not a supervisory position.
• The position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• The position requires occasional travel (1% – 24% of the time).
• Position is considered a position of trust.